An independent publisher of commercial fiction with propulsive plots and complex characters.
Mount Rose Press is an independent publishing company focused on commercial novels that balance narrative momentum with psychological depth. We publish fiction across mystery, thriller, suspense, and speculative genres—stories driven by tension, moral complexity, and ideas that linger beyond the final page.
Our list is intentionally curated. Rather than volume, we prioritize work with a clear point of view, thematic ambition, and the ability to engage a wide readership without sacrificing substance.
Recent Awards
FUGUE was a category finalist for the BestThriller Awards and the Eric Hoffer Awards.
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“Fast paced, I didn’t put it down until I finished it …. The ending caught me by surprise!!!!”
Jill
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A Different Twist
THE SATIN STRANGLER BLOGS, by N. Michael Caputo, is a psychological thriller telling the story of accused serial killer, Destiny Blande, from multiple perspectives.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
“Caputo captures the essence of today’s impersonal information overload amidst the stark, street-level reality of evil to deliver a crime tale for our times.”
Jim
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Upcoming Release
One of our highlights of 2026 will be publishing the next psychological thriller from Michael J. McLaughlin. Watch here for updates as the April launch approaches.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
All McLaughlin’s books…are very different in setting and themes yet they are all page turners! I would recommend all this author’s books for book club selections as their subjects make for good discussions!
Jill
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Looking ahead
Mount Rose Press is building a selective list of commercial fiction for readers who value both pace and purpose. Future titles will continue to explore high-stakes narratives shaped by character, tension, and ideas.
