Wayne State University Press

06/02/2026

"In this splendidly compelling, moving, and paradigm-changing book, Yarden Azoulay Katz recovers and analyzes centuries of radical Jewish critiques of dominant capitalist ideas about medicine, science, sexuality, reproduction, resource extraction, and state-centered politics. In recovering the generative ideas and practices of this tradition, L'Shleimut is a book that is right on time with its inspiring and empowering provocations to counter death-dealing practices with life-affirming ideas, epistemologies, and actions."—George Lipsitz, author of The Danger Zone Is Everywhere

L'SHLEIMUT is now available at wsupress.wayne.edu and wherever books are sold.

05/31/2026

We are pleased to announce that LOUIS GRAVERAET KAUFMAN is a 2026 finalist for the Midwest Book Awards in the category of Biography & Autobiography. Winners will be announced at the annual gala in June. Congratulations to all of the finalists!

LOUIS GRAVERAET KAUFMAN is available at wsupress.wayne.edu and wherever books are sold.

05/29/2026

Heading downtown Detroit tomorrow? Head over to the beautiful Michigan Central Station and Neighbor Detroit to chat with author/ editor Desiree Cooper from 10 AM-12 PM!

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Join us on May 30th to dive into Desiree Coopers latest work - Black Summers: Growing up in the Urban Outdoors

05/29/2026

05/28/2026

We love seeing an idea come to life! We’re thrilled to unveil our new banner at the Detroit Public Library, highlighting our upcoming Detroit-centered book events. Editor Desiree Cooper and author Joe Robinson (We Run 313) saw it in person—and it looks incredible. Check it out for yourself outside the library’s main branch at the intersections of Cass & Putnam and Woodward & Kirby!

05/26/2026

We are pleased to announce that MIXED REALITIES by Sarah Atkinson and Vicki Callahan has been shortlisted for the Best Monograph Award presented by the Media, Communication and Cultural Studies Association!

The judges noted: "The book makes a timely contribution to current debates around the importance of digital technologies, not least by showing both the relentless inequality of media industries globally but also the resilience and creativity of the women, non-binary and q***r individuals who work within them."

05/24/2026

We’ve got FOUR incredible events this week lined up around BLACK SUMMERS— and each one brings together powerful stories and conversations rooted in memory, community, and Detroit summers.

This lineup is a chance to connect with the contributors and experience the spirit of the anthology in real time. Whether you join us for one event or all four, there’s something special waiting in every event.

For more information, visit: https://wsupress.wayne.edu/events/.

05/23/2026

"In Every Body Beloved: A Jewish Embrace of Fatness, Minna Bromberg tells of coming to appreciate her own body, a private evolution informed by Torah learning, that has public consequences: She invites us to overcome fat-phobia."—Detroit Jewish News

Read more about EVERY BODY BELOVED at the link below.

Rabbi Minna Bromberg’s new book explores Jewish teachings on body image, challenging stigma and offering a faith-based perspective on dignity and acceptance.

05/21/2026

We are ONE WEEK away from the launch of BLACK SUMMERS! Snag yourself a ticket (and book!) today. We can't wait to see you there!

Kick back with good vibes and great company as we celebrate Black Summers together!