East Hall Press at Augustana College was established in 1969 as a teaching press. Students are involved with every step of the publication process, from manuscript selection to design to marketing and distribution.
East Hall generally publishes up to three volumes a year, and currently is focused on expanding its catalog and infrastructure.
East Hall Press offers the chance to take on an active role in the book publishing process. Whether your interests lie in editorial, graphic design, or business, your involvement with the press will provide you with an opportunity to gain valuable experience and insight into 21st-century publishing.
One of only a handful of teaching presses run almost entirely on undergraduate input, East Hall offers a unique opportunity to Augustana students.
Contact Brett Biebel, East Hall director, about how to get involved or about ENGL 300: Book Publishing, offered every spring semester.
For its Fall 2026 publication, East Hall Press is running a special submission call! We are seeking flash fiction, or complete short stories under 750 words. The theme is open. Five chosen pieces will be awarded monetary prizes. Submissions are due by October 18th, 2026. Must be enrolled as an Augustana student to submit.
Write to easthallpress@augustana.edu with questions or submissions.
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