Donna Ray Norton—cousin and longtime collaborator of Sheila Kay Adams—takes us behind the scenes of archiving a legend. From Dolly Parton’s letters to shared family heritage, it’s a look at preserving the Madison County ballad tradition while it’s still being lived.
Meet Abigail, the first official release from Sound Archive Books. A collaboration with Sarah McCombie (of Chatham Rabbits) and artist Kelley Wills, this project reimagines the folk tradition for a new generation. Discover how this story of the Appalachian Pack Horse Librarians is being used to build new, sustainable connections between touring musicians and public libraries.
After decades of building global publishing infrastructure, Mitchell Davis is returning to his roots. Read why his latest venture, Sound Archive Books, focuses on the intersection of music, art, and community—and why starting over is sometimes the only way to build something that lasts.
