Welcome to Second Story Press
Second Story Press was co-founded in 1988 by Margie Wolfe and three other women dedicated to publishing feminist-inspired books for adults and young readers. We are proud to be marking our 20th year of publishing award-winning books that entertain, educate, and empower.
Featured books
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Latest Books
Lacey and the African Grandmothers
Can a sewing project make a difference half-way across the world? Lacey Little Bird loves spending time with Kahasi, an elder on her reserve who is like a grandmother to her. From her Lacey is l...
The Contest
A GUTSY GIRL BOOK My name is Rosy, and I’m going to be the first half-Mohawk to win an Anne of Green Gables look-alike contest When Helen, my favorite librarian, told me about the contest, I ...
The Last River Child
A young woman struggles against a small town’s superstitious fears at the turn of the last century In the summer of 1900 a meteorite lands on the day of Peg Staynor’s baptismal, barely ...
Series
First Nations Series for Young Readers
Each book features biographies of ten leaders from the First Nations and Native Indian communities of Canada and the United States.
Gutsy Girl Series
The Gutsy Girl books, for readers aged 9-12, feature our favorite kind of girl - smart, brave, funny and inspiring.
Holocaust Remembrance Series for Young Readers
This award-winning series proves that you can talk to young people about serious issues. It resonates with children from all cultures and all walks of life.
Kids' Power Series
Based on true stories of young people trying to make their lives, and their world, better.
Women's Hall of Fame Series
Each book in this inspirational series features biographies of women from around the world who are leaders in their chosen fields.
News
October 21, 2009
Inside Hana's Suitcase documentary coming to a screen near you
October 14, 2009
October 13, 2009
New Edition of Hana's Suitcase with foreword by Desmond Tutu
October 13, 2009
Upcoming Festival Screenings of "Inside Hana's Suitcase" Documentary