In this age of virtual relationships and intangible communication—when books can be turned on and off with a switch—we believe that the printed word, beautiful and well crafted, is more powerful than ever before. We are printers and publishers of handmade books, and for 40 years, we have been committed to advancing a modern day arts and crafts movement that celebrates the written word. Welcome to Thornwillow.
Grounded in the artisanal crafts of fine printing and leatherwork integral to bookmaking, Thornwillow specializes in letterpress printing, genuine engraving, and custom bookbinding. Through Thornwillow Makers, we offer a range of personalized goods, stationery, and gifts that exemplify our commitment to quality design and craftsmanship, knowing that in this age of disposable and intangible communications—of emails and tweets and ephemeral connections—beautiful objects, made to last by human hands, matter more than ever.
Since its founding, Thornwillow Press has published over 150 unique editions, ranging from classic texts like Dante’s Inferno and Pride and Prejudice to new works by some of the world’s greatest writers and thinkers, including Toni Morrison, John Updike, Haruki Murakami, Barack Obama, and many more. Collected by readers across the globe, our books reside not only in the homes of individual readers, but in the permanent collections of major institutions including The Metropolitan Museum, The Smithsonian Institution, and The White House.
