Sumach Press, was founded by Beth McAuley, Lois Pike and Liz Martin in 2000. In 2009, Sumach became an imprint of Canadian Scholars' Press Inc., joining other imprints Women’s Press and Kellom Books. Sumach presents writing by and about women. Our aim is to promote collaborative relationships with authors, readers and all those we deal with in the world of books.

Building on the success of the Women's Issues Publishing Program, we will continue to publish dynamic feminist titles that explore the role of women and the social and political issues affecting them. Sumach Press titles document women's redefinitions of a more humane and equitable society on questions of race, gender and class. We aim to publish writing that shakes us out of our complacencies, writing that explores current scholarship as well as grassroots activism on subjects as diverse as health, history, politics and sexuality. We are eager to promote diversities of voice and opinion.

As publishers, we are committed to producing beautifully designed and well-written books. At a time when the publishing world and booksellers are facing unprecedented changes, we also intend to meet the challenge of reaching our audience through active and innovative marketing.