Deep Vellum
| Company type | Non-profit |
|---|---|
| Industry | Publishing |
| Founder | Will Evans |
| Headquarters | Dallas , United States |
Area served | United States |
Key people | Will Evans (founder) |
| Products | Translated literature |
Deep Vellum operates as a non-profit publishing entity focused on translated works, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, United States. It holds the distinction of being the largest publisher in the nation dedicated to literature in translation.
Among its roster of authors is Jon Fosse, who received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2023.
The organization has significantly contributed to the growth and vibrancy of Dallas's literary scene.
In recognition of his efforts to introduce French literature to English-speaking readers through Deep Vellum, founder Will Evans was honored in 2024 with the title of Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by the French Ministry of Culture.
History
The company expanded its reach in 2019 by acquiring two independent publishers: Phoneme Media from Los Angeles and A Strange Object based in Austin.
Further growth occurred in 2020 with the acquisition of Dalkey Archive Press, located in McLean, Illinois. This press was revitalized in April 2022, strengthening Deep Vellum's catalog and market influence.