First Year Projects
(Note: images below are concepts, subject to revision before publishing)
Nantucket in 100 Objects
Inspired by the magazine article by William Ferrall in Nantucket Home,
Early Summer 2014, titled “The History of Nantucket in 10 Objects.”
Similar books, including the top-selling “History of America in 101
Objects” highlight features of a place or organization. Our book will
include images and brief articles about objects associated with and
illustrating the culture and history of Nantucket. (Culture, History,
Travel & Tourism)
Modern Arts & Crafts of Nantucket
Our own new and retitled book in the style of the 1987 book “The
Decorative Arts & Crafts of Nantucket,” which has not been reissued or
revised since its publication 30 years ago. Highlighting Nantucket’s recent
arts and crafts artists including modern basket makers, jewelry makers,
weavers, furniture makers, home decor designers, and fine artists. (Culture,
Art, Crafts, Décor)
Unreal Estate: Final Sale of Multiple Properties, Historic Artifacts,
Memorabilia, and Personal Belongings from Six Generations of a
Nantucket Founding Family
A Books Nearby tongue-in-cheek parody inspired by auction house
publications, real estate sales brochures, and the Workman Publishing
book titled “Important Objects and Personal Property from the
Collection of Lenore Doolan and Harold Morris, including Books, Street
Fashion, and Jewelry.” Done in the style of an auction catalog, our book
will include humorous Nantucket related photos of clothing, event
tickets, household items, and more, all from a fictional, prominent
Nantucket family. (Culture, Business, Real Estate)
All working titles only, subject to change. Hard-cover or soft-cover print format to be determined.