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Parallax Press
Founded1986
FoundersThich Nhat Hanh and Arnie Kotler
Country of originUnited States
Headquarters locationBerkeley, California
Nonfiction topicsBuddhism, contemplative practice, education, meditation, mindfulness in daily life, peace, social justice, sustainability
ImprintsPalm Leaves Press, Parallax Press, Plum Blossom Press
Official websitewww.parallax.org

Parallax Press is a nonprofit book publisher founded and inspired by Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh. It is part of the Plum Village Community of Engaged Buddhism. Parallax's mission is to publish books on mindfulness in daily life with the commitment to making these teachings accessible to everyone and preserving them for future generations; the company does this work to alleviate suffering and contribute to a more just and joyful world.[1] Since April 2016 Parallax Press books have been distributed by Penguin Random House Publisher Services.[2]

Imprints

Parallax Press's publishing program includes the following three imprints.

  • Palm Leaves Press: Sutra commentaries and scholarly books on aspects of Buddhist history
  • Parallax Press: Books on mindfulness in daily life, from taking care of emotions to peace activism
  • Plum Blossom Books: Books for children of all ages

References

  1. ^ "About – Parallax Press". www.parallax.org. Retrieved 2017-12-16.
  2. ^ "Distribution: PRH Signs Parallax". PublishersWeekly.com. Retrieved 2017-12-16.
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