Copper Canyon Press is a nonprofit publisher that believes poetry is vital to language and living. Since 1972, the Press has published poetry exclusively and has established an international reputation for its commitment to authors, editorial acumen, and dedication to the poetry audience. The mission of Copper Canyon Press is to publish extraordinary poetry from around the world that engages the imaginations and intellects of readers. In support of this mission, Copper Canyon Press publishes new collections of poetry by both revered and emerging American poets, translations of classical and contemporary work from many of the world's cultures, re-issues of out-of-print poetry classics, anthologies, and prose books about poetry. The Press maintains active fundraising, community engagement, in-house sales operations, and internship programs to connect with readers and distribute poetry books around the world.