From the Publisher’s Desk

Thoughts, stories, and observations from behind the books.

Bill Schmalfeldt working at his desk with three cats gathered around his laptop.

Latest from the desk

Welcome to the publisher’s desk – a place for news, notes, stories, and the occasional peek behind the curtain at Crooked Smile Press.

August 10, 2026

A New Chapter Begins

Crooked Smile Press is officially taking shape. This space will be where I share publishing news, works in progress, new releases, and some of what happens behind the scenes as the press grows.

More from the Publisher’s Desk coming soon.