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Tin House Books

Publisher · Independent · Founded 2005
B+

Good (B+) — Imprimatur Grade

Tin House Books is a leading independent literary publisher. Portland, OR-based. Strong on contemporary literary fiction + poetry + memoir. Magazine (Tin House Magazine) ceased 2019 but book imprint continues.

83
Composite / 100
/ Subscore Breakdown · 5 Dimensions

Where this grade comes from.

Author Treatment
A-
Editorial Quality
A-
Sales / Distribution Reach
B
Adaptation Track Record
B
Rights Posture
A-
/ Key Events & Disclosures

Timeline & positioning.

  • Magazine founded 1999
  • Books founded 2005
  • Magazine ceased 2019
  • Tin House Books continues

/ Best for

Contemporary literary fiction + poetry + memoir authors seeking strong author-care independent publisher.

/ Watch out for

Verify the institution operational status and your specific agent or editor relationship continuity before signing.