Thiessen Press
Thiessen is an independent publisher specializing in contemporary fiction, poetry, and memoir. We celebrate imaginative, daring, humorous writing that romps over expectations like a winedrunk falabella wearing neon rainboots.
Authors
Will Pass's debut novel, The Second-Smartest Dog That Ever Lived, was published by Thiessen Press in 2024 and named one of the 2025 Southwest Books of the Year. His work blends humor, philosophy, and the uncanny, often examining human absurdity through unexpected perspectives. His second novel, The Whirlpool of Lebanon, is forthcoming in 2026.Will also runs The Book Jacket Bracket, the world's first book cover tournament.
Joe Deany-Braun is the principal buyer at Perelandra Bookshop in Fort Collins. His work has been featured in The Denver Post, The Colorado Sun, LitHub, the Biennial of the Americas, and the Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art.Joe is the author of two chapbooks and a Substack called Cairns. His first full-length collection, Young Santa, is forthcoming from Thiessen Press in 2025.
Jason Hardung’s work has appeared in many journals, including Hobart, Grist, Juked, X-Ray, Cimarron Review, 3AM, Evergreen Review, The Common and Word Riot. He has published two books of poetry. In 2013 he was named Poet Laureate of Fort Collins. He teaches the therapeutic value of writing in juvenile detention facilities, jails and rehabs in Colorado and southern Wyoming.His memoir, Mammal, is forthcoming from Thiessen Press in 2025.
Masthead
Todd Simmons, Editor-in-ChiefTodd joined Thiessen Press to provide a platform for contemporary fiction, poetry, and memoir that challenges conventions and explores fresh perspectives. With over two decades of experience in publishing, Todd brings a thoughtful, discerning approach to his work, focusing on cultivating writing that is imaginative, sharp, and engaging. His vision for Thiessen Press is rooted in a commitment to fostering bold, distinctive voices and creating a space for stories that resonate deeply with readers.
Izzy Martens, Managing EditorIzzy is an experienced editor and writer with a strong background in publishing and literary arts. Currently the Managing Editor of Colorado Review and an MFA candidate in nonfiction, she co-authored Holding Space: A Guide to Mindful Facilitation and has published essays in The Tiger Moth Review and PastTen. Her editorial expertise includes serving as Managing Editor of The Greyrock Review during her time at Colorado State University. At Thiessen Press, Izzy brings her sharp editorial vision and passion for bold, engaging storytelling to every project.
Sam Durrell, Project ManagerSam's approach to publishing is informed by a life of exploration and curiosity. Time spent trekking the Te Araroa Trail in New Zealand and navigating Iceland’s dramatic landscapes has fostered a deep appreciation for storytelling and creativity. Known for a sharp organizational instinct and a calm presence under pressure, Sam brings a thoughtful and adventurous spirit to every endeavor.
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Privacy
It is Freeford LLC policy to respect your privacy regarding any information we may collect from you or which you may provide to us, in the circumstances set out below. Accordingly, we have developed this privacy policy in order for you to understand how we collect, use, communicate, disclose, safeguard and otherwise make use of your personally identifiable information (“Personal Data”).We will only collect and use your Personal Data where:
– we have lawful grounds to do so, including to comply with our legal obligations;
– we are performing a contract with you for our services; and
– we have legitimate interests in using your Personal Data and your interests and fundamental rights do not override those interests.For the purposes of the EU General Data Protection Regulation ((EU) 2016/679) (“GDPR”), we, Freeford LLC, are the “data controller”. If you have any questions about this policy or about how we use your Personal Data, please contact us via our contact details at the end of this policy.
This policy is effective as of 1 January 2023. We review our privacy practices on an ongoing basis, and as such we may change this privacy policy from time to time. Please check this page frequently to ensure you are familiar with its current content.1. Personal Data we collect via our website thiessenpress.com (the “Website”)Personal Data that you provide to usWe only collect Personal Data where you choose to interact with us on the Website in the following ways:ACTIVITY
TYPES OF PERSONAL DATA COLLECTED
When you sign-up to receive free content, including eBooks, news and offers:
· Email address
· First name
· Last nameData that we collect automaticallyWe automatically collect certain information when you visit our Website – such as the type of browser and operating system you are using, and the domain name of your Internet service provider. We do not link this information with any Personal Data.We may also collect data automatically through our use of cookies on the Website. Please see our cookie policy to find out about the types of cookies we set and why, and how you can adjust your settings to disable cookies.2. Use of your Personal DataWe will only use your Personal Data when the law allows us to. Most commonly, we use your Personal Data to:
– process and manage your use of our website;
– respond to your questions, comments and requests;
– where you have opted-in to receive marketing from us, deliver communications that are relevant to your preferences / may be of interest to you;
– improve our services and Website through analysis of information.3. Sharing of your Personal DataWe take your privacy seriously and will not share your Personal Data with others, except as permitted by applicable law or as set out below:We share Personal Data as necessary with third parties who provide services or functions on our behalf and who require the information to provide those specific services to us. These third parties may include social media advertising platforms such as Facebook and Google Adwords for the purpose of custom audience generation and the development of targeting criteria for other audiences. Please note that we have appropriate data privacy safeguards in place with third parties with whom we share Personal Data as described above and who are providing services or functions on our behalf.4. Keeping your Personal Data secureWe have implemented security policies and technical measures to safeguard the Personal Data we collect. We maintain physical, electronic and procedural safeguards that comply with applicable law, including the GDPR, to safeguard Personal Data from accidental loss, destruction or damage and unauthorised access, use and disclosure.5. Retention periods for use of your Personal DataWe will use and store your Personal Data only for as long as necessary, bearing in mind the uses of your Personal Data as described in this privacy policy and otherwise as communicated to you. We review the Personal Data we hold at regular intervals and delete permanently or anonymise any Personal Data which is no longer necessary.6. ChildrenThis Website and our services are aimed at adults, and we do not knowingly collect any Personal Data relating to children aged under 18 years old. If you are under the age of 18, please do not provide us with any of your Personal Data, including your email address.7. Access to and control over your Personal DataYou have legal rights under applicable law in relation to your Personal Data. You can ask the following questions, or take the following actions, at any time by contacting us via email [[email protected]]:
– see what Personal Data we hold about you (if any), including why we are holding it and who it could be disclosed to;
– ask us to change/correct your Personal Data;
– ask us to delete your Personal Data;
– object to the processing of your Personal Data;
– ask us to restrict the processing of your Personal Data;
– withdraw any consents you have given us to the processing of your Personal Data; and
– express any concerns you have about third parties’ use of your Personal Data.8. Change of purposeWe will only use your Personal Data for the purposes for which we collected it, unless we reasonably consider that we need to use it for another reason and that reason is compatible with the original purpose. If you wish to have an explanation as to how the processing for the new purpose is compatible with the original purpose, please contact us.If we need to use your Personal Data for an unrelated purpose, we will notify you and we will explain the legal basis which allows us to do so.9. Contact UsFreeford LLC
Email for Privacy Questions: [email protected]