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 History lovers, today is a great day! As your go-to source for captivating local history, we're excited to announce we've just dropped several brand-new titles. 

Every community has stories worth preserving, and this season we're proud to add several new titles to our growing catalogue. From forgotten founding figures to the everyday lives of those who shaped our region, these books dig into the history that doesn't always make it into the textbooks. Whether you're a lifelong local or simply curious about the past, there's something in this collection for you.

We’re proud to introduce our newest collection of local history books, carefully researched and written with the depth and care our readers have come to expect. These new titles explore the heritage, landmarks, industries, and everyday lives that define our region. 

If you love discovering the stories that shaped your hometown and the people who lived them, these new local history books deserve a place on your shelf.

Black History Month invites us to honor well-known leaders and also the quiet heroes whose work transformed everyday life. Maude Callen belongs firmly in the second group. A nurse-midwife who served rural South Carolina for decades, Callen dedicated her life to caring for Black families who had been ignored by the medical system, and in doing so, she saved countless lives.

Black History Month is the perfect time to go beyond the same recycled reading lists and discover stories that deserve more attention. Reading is one of the most meaningful ways to honor Black history, not just this month, but all year long.

If you are searching for new local history books publishing today, this release highlights some of the most meaningful additions to the genre.

In this blog post we will introduce the most anticipated new local history books publishing today and explain why these releases matter. From thoroughly researched narratives to captivating personal stories, each book brings something unique to the table. These releases not only preserve valuable historical knowledge but also celebrate the diversity and resilience of the communities they portray. If you are searching for local history books that educate inspire and connect you to the people and places around you then this is your guide to the best new releases available now.

We are excited to introduce the first batch of new books publishing in 2026, marking the beginning of a year filled with fresh ideas, new voices, and compelling stories. This initial release reflects our continued commitment to quality, creativity, and meaningful reading experiences across a wide range of genres.

Today marks our final release day of the year, and we’re determined to end it with a bang! As your favorite local publisher, we’ve saved some of our most exciting titles for this very moment, bringing you fresh voices, bold stories, and inspiring ideas to carry you into the new year. There’s no better way to close out the season and set the tone for what’s ahead than by diving into a stack of brand-new books.

On December 1, 1913, Henry Ford installed the first moving assembly line for the mass production of an entire automobile at his Highland Park plant, slashing the time needed to build a car from more than 12 hours to just one hour and 33 minutes. It was a moment that would transform not just the automobile industry, but the very nature of work itself.

From global flavors that reimagine the harvest feast to creative approaches for small gatherings, minimalist kitchens, or plant-based tables, these books will help you create a Thanksgiving that's memorable for all the right reasons. So put down that can of cranberry sauce (or don't, we're not judging) and discover some fresh inspiration for the holiday table.

After 66 grueling days at sea, the passengers aboard the Mayflower must have felt overwhelming relief when, on November 19, 1620, they finally sighted the coastline of present-day Cape Cod

On November 13, 1933, workers at the Hormel meatpacking plant in Austin, Minnesota launched what may have been the first sit-down strike in American history, a bold action that would help set the stage for the explosive labor militancy of the New Deal era.

There's something special about holding a book that tells the story of where you live, the streets you walk, the buildings you pass, the people who came before. Today, we're thrilled to unveil our latest collection of local history titles, each one a carefully researched journey into the moments, movements, and memories that shaped our community.

As the leaves finish their annual transformation and we enter this reflective season between harvest and holidays, we're proud to release new titles that illuminate the hidden corners of our local past. November has always been a month for remembering, from historical commemorations to family gatherings, and these books offer fresh ways to understand the communities that shaped us.

Halloween as we know it today, with its trick-or-treating, jack-o'-lanterns, and elaborate costumes, is quintessentially American. Yet this beloved autumn holiday has a fascinating history that spans centuries and continents, transforming from ancient Celtic traditions into the multi-billion dollar celebration we enjoy every October 31st.