History
Osiail Publishing, LLC was formed in 2007, with the goal of promoting
literary development in New Hampshire. While accepting submissions from
every possible source, Osiail Publishing gives preferential treatment
to submissions from New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Maine residents.
New England is a part of the country that is steeped in old colonial tales
and fishermen lore, and muddled with some of the most controversial issues
of present day. Osiail Publishing is dedicated to presenting to the world
those stories concocted on cold autumn nights beneath a canopy of rainbow
leaves; stories incubated before the crackle of an open-hearth fireplace
while the snow buries the world outside.
Osiail Publishing was conceived when co-founder Phil McGrail decided to write a bedtime story for his daughter. As the weeks and months passed, the bedtime story blossomed into a full-length novel. When the first draft was done, Phil contact high-school friend Josiah Eikelboom and asked him to do a cursory edit of the book. The idea was to get the book edited then simply print off a couple POD copies.
But Josiah had other ideas. He saw potential in the book. He suggested that Phil try to get the book published. However, during the process of putting the book together, Phil and Josiah realized they really enjoyed the book-making process. They decided to start Osiail Publishing, publish the book, then help others transform their stories into books.
Osial Publishing is now in its second year of business. More authors are signing on with Osiail. More people are attending the Primal Tongue reading nights, and experiencing the local literary flavor. Osiail now has national distribution through Atlasbooks.
There are a lot of publishers out there, all of different sizes and styles. Osiail Publishing is slowly, yet systematically, building up its foundations, treating artist, authors, customers, and vendors like actual human beings, and continuing to publish books to enthrall their readers.
Get enthralled!
Who We Are
Phil McGrail - Business Manager
Phil McGrail runs the day-to-day operations of the business. He has a
Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Northeastern
University, and a Master's degree in Business Administration with a focus
on Entrepreneurship from the University of New Hampshire. Phil is also
a writer and aspiring storyteller. He utilizes both creative and calculating
approaches in business operations and professional relationship development.
Any questions concerning marketing, sales, distribution, or general inquiries
should be sent to him.
Contact info:
E-mail: pmcgrail@osiail.com
Phone: (603) 512-3064
Josiah Eikelboom - Arts and Acquisitions Manager
With multiple higher education degrees / certificates in subjects ranging
from art history to Asian studies to English, Josiah Eikelboom is the
main editor for Osiail Publishing. He works with authors to develop their
story, edit for content and print preparation, and design an attractive
book and book cover. Any questions concerning submissions, book design,
or services offered should be sent to him.
Contact info:
E-mail: jeikelboom@osiail.com
Phone: (603) 205-6192