About redrosethorns
BRINGING LITERATURE TO LIFE: OUR STORY
redrosethorns is a woman-owned feminist independent publisher dedicated to exploring mental health, self-care, gender, and sexuality through literature and community. We believe stories are not just to be read, they are to be felt, shared, and used as tools for personal and collective healing.
OUR HISTORY
Founded in 2020, redrosethorns began as a passion project. Through connections we made, we responded to a need for more open, nuanced conversations about our inner lives and identities. Our publications have served as a vital platform for diverse voices, growing a community that now spans the globe.
This journey led to a pivotal moment, where in 2025, we transitioned into a full-time venture. Stories have the unique power to connect us, empower us, and guide us toward a more authentic and fulfilling life. Through these shared narratives, we aim to contribute to the dismantling of systems of oppression, one empowered individual and community at a time
WHAT WE OFFER
Publishing Opportunities
We are committed to amplifying new and established voices. We publish a quarterly print magazine, a monthly online journal, and select books through our hybrid press. We also welcome submissions to both our online journal and our print magazine.
Our Publications
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redrosethorns magazine: Our original publications began as an annual print magazine, where we tackled yearly themes that are connected to our core subjects.
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redrosethorns journal: A monthly online publication delivered to your inbox in weekly instalments, featuring essays, poetry, and art that tackle the themes that matter most.
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Thorn & Bloom Magazine: A stunning quarterly print magazine that collects our most powerful work into a tangible object of insight.
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redrosethorns press: Our hybrid publishing arm, where we publish one book at a time through a selective, mission-driven model.
Our Community
Your support is what allows us to remain an independent, visionary voice. We’ve built a community with different levels of access to fit your journey.
Whether you're looking for deep dives into our content, a seat at our virtual events, or a tangible copy of our quarterly magazine delivered to you, there's a place for you here.
You are supporting an independent, woman-owned publisher. Your subscriptions/membership directly support our mission to create inclusive literature and foster a global community centred on mental health and empowerment.
Our Events
We host a variety of online and in-person events — from thematic workshops to open mics — designed to bring our content to life and foster real-time connection.
Find your place in our community and help us build a more empathetic world.
About the Founder
Kirsty Anne Richards, founder and editorial director of redrosethorns Ltd. Liability Co., is an intersectional feminist, writer, and educator dedicated to mental health and gender/sexuality advocacy. With a mission to empower and educate, she integrates her love for literature and education to support individuals in healing, self-discovery, and building an inclusive, inspiring community.
Before launching redrosethorns, Kirsty Anne worked as a sexual health educator, advisor, and crisis counsellor. She holds an M.A. in Gender, Sexuality, and Culture and a B.A. in Psychology, Sexuality Studies, and LGBTQ Studies, alongside a Sexual Health Educator Certificate, specialising in intersectional feminist analysis of institutional oppression.
When not buried in a book - or three - Kirsty Anne enjoys arts and crafts, travelling, or dancing ballet.
Our Commitment to Independence
redrosethorns is a proud independent publisher. We own our own ISBNs in both the US (Bowker) and the UK (Nielsen), ensuring we maintain full creative and editorial control over our work. This allows us to distribute globally while keeping our publishing independent and sustainable.
Thank you for being the reason we can undertake this vital work.
Publisher Identification:
redrosethorns Ltd (UK) is registered with the International Standard Name Identifier (ISNI): 0000 0005 2871 9081