ECW Press
ECW Press is a Canadian publishing company that specializes in literature, non-fiction, poetry, and professional wrestling books. It was established in 1974 as Essays on Canadian Writing (ECW), a scholarly journal of criticism and review. Over the years, it has evolved into a general trade publisher with a particular focus on books about pop culture, sports, and entertainment.
History[edit | edit source]
ECW Press was founded by Robert Lecker, Jack David, and Ellen Seligman. Initially, it was a journal that published essays on Canadian writing. In 1984, the company expanded its scope to include books of literary criticism. By the 1990s, ECW Press had broadened its publishing program to include fiction, poetry, and non-fiction.
Publishing Program[edit | edit source]
ECW Press has a diverse publishing program. It publishes books in a wide range of genres, including literature, non-fiction, poetry, and professional wrestling. The company is known for its strong emphasis on books about pop culture, sports, and entertainment. Some of its most popular titles include books about professional wrestling, such as Pain and Passion: The History of Stampede Wrestling and The Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame series.
Recognition[edit | edit source]
ECW Press has received numerous awards and nominations for its books. It has been recognized by the Canadian Booksellers Association, the Writers' Trust of Canada, and the Governor General's Literary Awards, among others. The company's commitment to quality and innovation has earned it a reputation as one of Canada's leading independent publishers.
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