Introducing: The Deep List
Interviews and coverage of indie books, authors, publishers and booksellers
While running the literary part of the magazine, we identified the need to talk about beautifully poignant and significant works that are constantly being put out by talented authors through independent publishers, small presses and self-publishing routes. These include novels, novellas, poetry collections, graphic novels, and short story collections.
So now we have The Deep List!
A new interview and podcast section in addition to the usual journal. We are in the process of building the list and are aiming to put out the first interview in July 2026. Episode 01 featuring Lyvia Martinez and her debut novel OUR LAST FALL is out now on both Substack and Spotify.
From Screenplays to Novels
We’re starting off The Deep List by talking to Lyvia Martinez about her debut, OUR LAST FALL, which is out by Bywater Books on 8th September this year.
Listen on Spotify
We have an active list of authors, publishers and booksellers that we want to cover and we’re looking for more. Below is a list of prerequisites. Please feel free to get in touch if you are an author or a book PR professional looking to be featured.
Authors whose novel, novella, short story collection, graphic novel, or poetry collection is forthcoming from an indie publisher or small press. Debuts will get preference, but we are voracious readers so new releases from seasoned authors will always find a place on our list.
Self-published authors whose debut novel, novella, short story collection, graphic novel, or poetry collection is already released. This helps us check reviews and so on.
Indie publishers or small presses who are looking for more fresh talent and want to talk about their journey and ethos, and the business of publishing.
Indie booksellers who are established and want to talk about market trends and those that have just entered the market and are looking for authors and titles to list.
If any of the above sounds like you, please email us at oratoriamag@gmail.com.