How we choose our books
Here at Salem Ridge Press we know how challenging it can sometimes be to find wholesome books for your family. Well-written books that teach godly character and high moral values are hard to come by. Many books written during the late 1800's and early 1900's fit this criteria, but it still takes time to search them out and preview their contents. We purchase many old books, often using leads from old catalogs, and carefully evaluate each one, republishing only the best of the best.
Our Standards
I feel very responsible for the content of books that we republish and if I am going to bring a book back into print, I want to be able to stand behind it with no reservations. Very early on we realized that we were going to have to decide carefully what was appropriate in our books and what was not. I sometimes joke that our number one rule is, "No Kissing!" While many books from the 1800's and early 1900's are no problem at all this way, in several cases we have slightly edited passages which included a brief kiss or embrace. We want to be an encouragement to young people to maintain the highest standards of purity in their relationships. We have also edited out some derogatory comments that we felt were unnecessary or offensive. On several occasions the illustrations have presented a challenge and so we edited them to keep things modest and appropriate. Most of the changes that we make are very minor but I think they go a long way towards upholding our standard which is found in the Bible: "Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things (Philippians 4:8)."
Our Quality
Once a book makes it through our review process, it is completely re-typeset for maximum readability. Many of our titles also feature added content not found in the original book such as word definitions, historical notes, maps and timelines. Our books are printed on acid free, archival quality paper, in a high quality softcover or hardcover binding. I believe that when we start with wholesome, exciting, well-written books, carefully prepare and review the contents, and ensure high quality construction, we are able to offer some of the absolutely best books that are available today.
"I can’t recommend Salem Ridge Press enough. If you care about the morals of the books your family reads, if you enjoy good literature, if you like old-fashioned values and learning about life in other times, you will love the books from Salem Ridge Press." – Cindy H., mom to three boys
"What we read DOES matter and these books are topnotch."
– Kimberly K., homeschool mother in South Carolina
"I am excited to have been introduced to this publisher. Mr. Daniel Mills takes great care in choosing the books that he reprints and this care shows! I can't wait to read more of these long-lost gems." – Carie S., Illinois
"With Salem Ridge Press, you can judge a book by its cover! Not only are the covers wholesome, but the inside too! ... Under the watchful eye of Daniel Mills, I would not hesitate to hand over any book published by this company to my children." – Heidi P., homeschool mom
"Salem Ridge Press is a refreshing company that provides a wonderful service to those who are looking for some wholesome, historical, classical and quality literature for their children or even for themselves! " – Beth C., mom to 6
"[Daniel] 'strongly believes that what we read matters' ... As someone who took in WAY too many not-God-glorifying stories as a child and teen, I wholeheartedly concur, and that's another reason these books by Salem Ridge Press appeal to me so much." – Amy A., mom to four from Florida
"I'd love to read more books just like this and am thrilled to know Salem Press is
out there hunting them down." – Misty K., mother of seven
"With such a voracious 10-year-old reader, it is hard for the Daddy and me to preview every book that comes along, so we are in love with these books because we know we can trust them!" – Danielle H., homeschool mother of six
"If you're in the market for quality, wholesome, 'pure' literature without all the 'fluff', then I highly recommend you check out Salem Ridge Press. I give them 2 thumbs up!" - Denise
"I love, love, love this company!!" – Chris G. from Texas
What other homeschoolers are saying
about our books
"…my 15 year old began reading the book titled The White Seneca. I had trouble getting her to put the book down. I decided rather quickly that this company indeed knew how to pick quality books. It is a great story regarding the Seneca Indians and it now has become one of my daughter’s favorites." - Crystal W.
"My oldest [grade 1] absolutely loves the Mary Jane book. She begs me to read it and after I have finished a chapter, I'll set the book down, and she will bring it back to me and ask me to read more. That rarely happens, folks... You'll find cute stories and mishaps and simplicity that captures the attention of young children." - Kelly at Wisdom’s Begun blog
"I read The Sign Above the Door and really enjoyed it... Thanks for searching out such a great book!" – Anna, age 16
"My son, Josiah, is reading The American Twins of the Revolution. He is absolutely enthralled with it. It's a historical fiction and he loves history. What a better way to introduce him to history than a good engaging story?" - Zindra N.
"I cannot say enough good things about [Glaucia the Greek Slave], and hope little by little to add this entire series to our home library. – Christy L., mother of three
"My 13 year old daughter and I read [Marie's Home]... Both of us enjoyed this book and loved the story." - Michelle P., homeschool mom in the Philippines
"To be honest I wasn't prepared to like [The White Seneca] … I was pleasantly surprised! I became so interested in the characters and the story that I stayed up until 3 am to finish. It has been a LONG time since I stayed up to do any pleasure reading… I highly recommend this book!" - D. A.
"[The American Twins of the Revolution] was a joy to read . It had me on the edge
of my seat. It will make a wonderful read aloud for my children when we learn about the Revolution… I believe [it] will give my children a stronger understanding of the struggles that took place during that time." - Nikki H., mother of three
"I haven’t had an opportunity to do more than skim through the pages because [Glaucia the Greek Slave] keeps passing from hand to hand. It’s a very popular title at our house!" – Jean H. homeschool mom from Oregon
"Thank you so much for the book, Soldier Fritz. It was one of the best books I've read. I like how the author portrays Fritz as a young man battling his pride and his ignorance." – Jeremy, age 11
"[Mary Jane - Her Book] is a charming and simple tale all about the activities of five year old Mary Jane…My girls especially liked listening to her sweet stories
and laughing at her antics." - Jill C.
"[The White Seneca] is riveting and exciting. I didn’t want to put it down. Mr. Canfield’s dedication to accurately portraying the Indians and settlers is remarkable. He was fair and unbiased in his descriptions of both, which made this story unique. The reader is given the opportunity to see into the life of the Indians and learn to have an appreciation for them and their ways." - Mona Lisa, Happily Homeschooling blog
"Oh, what an example is set by this small girl for Believers to trust in God and His Word! Marie is the perfect 'modern day' model of faith for us. Marie's Home is a story of an 11-year-old girl's courage in times of hardship, faith in times of suffering, hope in times of despair, and love throughout it all." - Rachel, Age 15
"We really enjoyed reading of this slave girl's journey to spiritual freedom! My girls were captivated while listening to Glaucia the Greek Slave unfolding." – Hollie, mother of 9
"I'm very glad you now have Yussuf the Guide in PB...my boys really liked this one."
- Joelle Grubb, owner of Credo Trust in Victoria, Australia
"I am reading Mary Jane - Her Book by Clara Ingram Judson with my nine year old daughter. She loves the stories and always begs “for just one more”… it is wonderful to find books that affirm wholesome values and allow little girls to just be little girls." - Marya, mom of 4 from Florida
"The White Seneca by William W. Canfield is a must read for anyone studying the American Revolutionary time period of history… Themes of honor, courage, family devotion, loyalty, and patriotism are artfully woven throughout the story…I began reading the novel aloud during a car ride with my family. My husband enjoyed it so much that he requested I continue reading aloud the entire trip and the next day as well."
- Regina, mom of 6
"WOW... I could not put [Glaucia the Greek Slave] down for the life of me... MOM loved it... this is a fantastic book... excellent quality, and wonderful deep messages that would inspire hours of conversation on beliefs, faith, theology, etc... it was a true joy to read..."
- Shannon R., homeschooling mother from Canada
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