Lord Nose Award

The Lord Nose Award is given annually to a publisher or editor in recognition of a lifetime of work in literary publishing. The award honors and celebrates the memory of Jonathan Williams, founder and publisher of The Jargon Society.

Purpose: Recognizes lifetime achievement in literary publishing, celebrating superlative work and dedication to discovering, nurturing, and bringing important literary work into the world.

Honoree Selection: There is no application process. Honorees are chosen based on their work and accomplishments.

Award History:

• Founded by David Wilk, with support from Jeffery Beam, Stanley Finch, and Tom Meyer
• Administered by CLMP

About Jonathan Williams (Namesake):

• Founder and publisher of The Jargon Society (1951 onwards)
• Accomplished poet, photographer, raconteur, and cultural observer
• Over 50+ years published 85 books and 30 broadsides/booklets
• Focused on poetry, prose, and photography that truly mattered
• Committed to making books as compellingly beautiful objects
• The Jargon Society stands as one of the most important literary presses of the 20th century
• Exemplified lifelong dedication to words and art, discovery and joy, and making public work he believed in

Recent Honoree (2024): Jim Perlman, founding editor and publisher of Holy Cow! Press