04/11/2025
With just a few days to go here is the list of stalls for this year's Manchester & Salford Anarchist Bookfair.
As always there will be some last minute changes so keep an eye on the website at http://www.bookfair.org.uk/stalls.
Publishers and Distributors
AK Press Edinburgh
After a break of several years it is great to welcome AK Press back to Manchester & Salford Anarchist Bookfair.
“AK Press is a worker-run collective that publishes and distributes radical books, visual and audio media, and other mind-altering material. We’re small: a few people who work long hours for short money, because we believe in what we do. We’re anarchists, which is reflected both in the books we provide and in the way we organize our business. Decisions at AK Press are made collectively, from what we publish, to what we distribute and how we structure our labor. All the work, from sweeping floors to answering phones, is shared. When the telemarketers call and ask, “who’s in charge?” the answer is: everyone. Our goal isn’t profit (although we do have to pay the rent). Our goal is supplying radical words and images to as many people as possible. The books and other media we distribute are published by independent presses, not the corporate giants. We make them widely available to help you make positive (or, hell, revolutionary) changes in the world. As you probably know, the stuff we carry is less and less available from the corporate publishers and chain shops.”
https://www.akuk.com
PM Press
“PM Press was founded at the end of 2007 by a small collection of folks with decades of publishing, media, and organizing experience. PM Press co-conspirators have published and distributed hundreds of books, pamphlets, CDs, and DVDs. Members of PM have founded enduring book fairs, spearheaded victorious tenant organizing campaigns, and worked closely with bookstores, academic conferences, and even rock bands to deliver political and challenging ideas to all walks of life. We’re old enough to know what we’re doing and young enough to know what’s at stake.”
https://pmpress.org.uk/
Freedom Press
“Freedom Press is an anarchist publishing house and bookseller in Whitechapel, London, United Kingdom, founded in 1886.“
https://freedompress.org.uk
Active Distribution
“We love books, and firmly believe that reading helps foster revolution. So, here are lots of books, and also pamphlets, zines, stickers, and badges. Active is run out of love, not for profit, and in our free time – and your order might take a bit of time to get to you! We’re just some revolutionaries who are quite into books. Loads of stuff has been put ON SALE check the SPECIAL OFFERS for super bargains and help us make space for new stock please, thank you!“
https://www.activedistributionshop.org/
Dog Section Press
“Dog Section Press is an anti-profit publisher of seditious literature. We aim to keep our print publications as affordable as possible and all of them are also available to read online for free.“
https://www.dogsection.org/
Sparrow’s Nest
“Based in Nottingham (UK), we look after tens of thousands of books, journals, pamphlets, zines, leaflets, posters and other items documenting the anarchist movement in the UK and beyond, as well as local radical history. Browse our catalogue, access digitised records in our free Digital Library and get in touch to arrange a visit.“
https://www.thesparrowsnest.org.uk/
Stolen Skies – Calendars and Lino Prints
“Stolen Skies is a new calendar project for 2026 – fundraising for prisoner support and solidarity.The calendar features 12 lino prints; each month tells a different story of prison resistance or solidarity. Printed on a Riso printer, an a4 design, the cover is Black – with Gold text. Inner pages are Black and White.
Stolen Skies calendar is a fundraiser project for prisoners supported by Bristol Anarchist Black Cross (ABC). Bristol ABC predominantly supports those still imprisoned from the Kill the Bill Protests in 2021. Money will go to visits, materials needs, legal costs, post-release support, campaign materials and more. 100% of money goes to prisoner support.“
https://stolenskiescalendar2026.bigcartel.com
Northern Herald Books
Secondhand bookstall specialising in anarchism and libertarian socialism
Fly on the Wall Press
“Fly on the Wall Press is an award-winning independent publisher based in Manchester, committed to curating bold political fiction, powerful poetry, and innovative anthologies that engage with pressing global issues. Founded in 2018 with a mission to amplify underrepresented voices and challenge conventional narratives, we’ve built a reputation for publishing work that matters — books that spark conversation, inspire action, and push literary boundaries.“
https://www.flyonthewallpress.co.uk/
Pirate Press/ Radical Poster Collective
“In May 2022 three of us met at the With Banners Held High trade union event in Wakefield. After going on the march with the trade union banners and brass bands, and looking through the various stalls; we adjourned to The Old Print Works for a pint and a chat.
Between us we had decades of experience of radical politics, campaigning, leafletting, demonstrating, confronting fascists, printing and fly-posting – and we were talking about our common interest in radical posters.
We decided that we should pull together a collection of radical posters; and we would try re-printing some and see if we could sell any.
We agreed that we wanted to be non-profit making; and that any surplus money we did make, we would donate to good causes. Our interest was in developing and curating a collection of good quality radical posters rather than starting a business. We agreed to call ourselves the Radical Poster Collective.”
MARC the Printers
“Environmentally-friendly community printer.
The printers with a story!“
https://www.marctheprinters.co.uk/
Seditionist Distribution
“Seditionist Distribution is the publishing branch of Venceremos a collective of working class grassroots activists and organisers who’ve come together to share our digital media, print, and IT skills with – and for the benefit of – our communities and fellow organisers. There is no point “seizing the means of production” if only a handful of people have access to them.”
https://seditionist.uk
Cubesville Zines and Books
“Cubesville zines and books take a fresh view on veganism and DIY culture. Veganzines take the conversation back to the kitchen, while uncovering veggie history and placing it firmly in contemporary culture. Musiczines cover anarchy, absurdity, punk. Look out for latest zine: The Vegan’s Guide to WWI.“
https://cubesville.bigcartel.com
Anarchist Studies
“Anarchist Studies is a biannual academic journal on anarchism. It takes an interdisciplinary approach, examining the history, culture, and theory of anarchism. The journal was established in 1993 and is edited by Ruth Kinna and published by Lawrence and Wishart.“
https://journals.lwbooks.co.uk/anarchiststudies
Sinoist Books
“Sinoist Books is a publisher of diverse narratives from Sinophone communities around the world, from mainland China to diaspora writers. We publish modern classics from some of the best known authors within China, as well as up-and-coming novelists emerging onto the global literary scene for the first time. We publish literary fiction, genre-bending historical and crime fiction, as well as a small range of children’s literature.
Our books confront the omissions of historical narratives, precarity in a rapidly changing world, and contradictions within questions of culture and identity. In doing so, we believe they provide a window onto global issues through the perspective of the other while revealing the vibrancy of contemporary Sinophone literature. They can be shocking, hilarious or tragic, but they always defy expectations.“
https://sinoistbooks.com
Anarchist Groups and Organisations
Earth First!
“The general principles behind Earth First! are non-hierarchical organisation and the use of direct action to confront, stop and eventually reverse the forces that are responsible for the destruction
of the Earth and its inhabitants. EF! is not a cohesive group or campaign, but a convenient banner for people who share similar philosophies to work under.”
https://www.earthfirst.uk
Solidarity Federation
“Solidarity Federation (SolFed) was formed in March 1994. It is a federation of groups across England, Scotland and Wales. Everyone involved is helping to build a non-hierarchical, anti-authoritarian solidarity movement.“
http://solfed.org.uk
Anarchist Federation
“As anarchists we are members of the working class who are conscious of the class struggle and who strive for full freedom and equality. This form of society will only work through the voluntary practice of self-organisation and mutual aid which we try to undertake in the here and now. Being an anarchist means not only throwing off the chains of hierarchy and coercion and striving for personal freedom but also taking responsibility for our actions where they affect others, making ourselves accountable to those we chose to work with, and practising solidarity with other people in struggle.“
http://afed.org.uk/
Anarchist Communist Network
“The AnarCom Network is a group of like-minded individuals organising under a loose national network, mainly online. We are a revolutionary anarchist communist working-class organisation that advocates the abolition of the State and capitalism in favour of a horizontal network of voluntary associations through which everyone will be free to satisfy their needs. The liberation of our class, the working class, of itself, by itself, for itself! We aim for a classless society and the abolition of the class system.“
https://anarcomuk.uk
IWW (Industrial Workers of the World)
“The IWW is a revolutionary global union, fighting for better conditions today and economic democracy tomorrow. By training our members in powerful organising methods, direct-action and direct-democracy, we put power in the hands of workers.“
https://iww.org.uk
Bad Apple
“Bad Apple is an anarchist, feminist, anti-racist, q***r interfaith zine engaging in conversations about faith and radical social change.“
https://badapplemagazine.wordpress.com/
Other Groups and Campaigns
Seeds for Change
“We live in a world in which people and ecosystems are exploited for the sake of greed and power, and we believe that to create real change, we need to come together to fight injustice and win. Seeds for Change exists to support groups who are trying to do just that, and who share our core values of equality, freedom and solidarity. We are a workers’ co-op of experienced campaigners. We offer training, facilitation, online resources and other support for campaigns, community groups and co-operatives.“
https://seedsforchange.org.uk
North West Hunt Saboteurs Association
“North West Hunt Saboteurs Association are a group of like-minded people who regularly take direct action against all forms of bloodsports.“
https://nwhsa.org.uk
Tiny Paws MCR
“Tiny Paws MCR is a home-based, vegan-run small animal rescue in the Whitefield area of Bury, North Manchester. We are a registered charity, no. 1186507. Our foundation is built upon a strong commitment to animal rights and promoting the natural behaviors of rodents and rabbits in captivity. Since our establishment in early 2019, we have been dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming these animals and ensuring they receive the care they deserve.“
https://www.tinypawsmcr.org.uk
No Sweat
“No Sweat is a grassroots campaign group that builds solidarity with independent trade unions in the global south, amplifying their voices and supporting their struggles against worker exploitation and the sweatshop bosses.“
https://nosweat.org.uk
The Civil Fleet
“Saving lives is not a crime. But European governments are increasingly trying to criminalise those brave enough to help refugees at sea and the edges of the continent.
The Civil Fleet is a news blog and podcast (run by journalist Ben Cowles) focused on the activist-led refugee rescue and support missions across Fortress Europe.“
https://thecivilfleet.com
Under The Pavement Radio Show
“Under the Pavement is a long running anarchist radio show that has been broadcasting on ALL FM 96.9 (a community radio station in south Manchester, England) since July 2002.
Tune in every other Thursday from 9.00pm-11.00pm (GMT/ BST) on ALL FM 96.9 across south, central and east Manchester and online at http://www.allfm.org.“
https://underthepavement.org
Good Ancestor
“Using creative techniques, Good Ancestor reworks preloved garments and discarded textiles into items that can be reused. We also campaign for an eco-social transition to a low-impact fashion and textile system based on a grassroots economy, people power and co-owned technology.“
https://linktr.ee/goodancestor
Partisan Collective
“Partisan Collective is a space for independent, community-led DIY and cultural projects. We run inclusive social events, regular meet-ups, and the occasional club night.“
https://www.partisancollective.net
Migrant Justice Manchester
“Migrant Justice Manchester is a grassroots collective working with migrants for justice and liberation. Our current main project is called Resist Homelessness which is responding to the impact of the housing crisis on those in our city who have experienced forced migration.
Sign our petition demanding Manchester City Council take real action to provide housing solutions for our community.”
https://linktr.ee/MigrantJusticeManchester
A Commune in the North
“An anarchist housing co-op that helps run a community farm in Bentley, Doncaster.“
https://www.acommuneinthenorth.org.uk
Red Roots Collective
“We are an Iranian feminist, anti-capitalist, and anti-imperialist collective based in Manchester, working as a community group. Our work centres on migrant and international solidarity with oppressed groups, focusing primarily on the liberation of Palestine and other social movements led by marginalised communities (e.g. undocumented and migrant children, and autonomous spaces).“
https://www.instagram.com/red.roots.collective
Update:
Unfortunately Bread and Roses Press and Earth Island Books will not be able to make it this year.
