Co—Conspirator Press

Co—Conspirator Press is a publishing platform for artists, writers, designers, printers, social justice workers, and editors from historically marginalized communities who use their voice to address intersectional feminist issues and challenge cis-hetero-patriarchy; white-supremacy; and exclusionary, colonial, capitalist, and ableist systems. At the forefront of experimental and exploratory print and graphic design, we are a testing ground for new, critical thought, invested in creating democratic print projects including books, pamphlets and other documents. We value utilizing thoughtful means of production, with materials usually produced on the riso printer, which allows products to be more cost effective, with less impact on the environment, and ultimately more accessible. We are continuously working towards more equitable publishing models, allowing us the opportunity to abundantly support the writers, designers, printers, editors, and artists that we collaborate with. Through its publications, CO—CO Press invites its audiences to become well-informed, thoughtful collaborators in building a more just and equitable society that celebrates the voices of historically underrepresented artists, writers and thinkers.

Co—Conspirator Press operates out of the Women’s Center for Creative Work in Los Angeles. Co—Conspirator Press’s relationship with the author(s) begins at the time of selection of their work for publication, either through an Open Call process or a direct invitation. Over the course of roughly 20 weeks, Co—Conspirator Press works directly with the authors to develop and copy edit their their work, design, print and produce their book, and promote and distribute the final product. Authors receive an upfront $250 stipend for their work, as well as a 60/40 ongoing sales split between CO—CO Press and the author(s).