On April 11, PEN America revealed the finalists for the 2025 Literary Awards, recognizing a vibrant and diverse array of writers, translators, and editors across multiple genres. With nearly $350,000…
On 1 May 2025, Bullaun Press—the first Irish publisher dedicated to literature in translation—will release The Rarest Fruit, the much-anticipated second novel by Gaëlle Bélem, in a graceful English translation…
The 2025 Women’s Prize for Fiction shortlist has officially been announced. In this landmark 30th anniversary edition of the prize, the chosen titles present deeply personal yet universally resonant explorations…
For over two millennia, the scrolls of Herculaneum remained an enigma, their fragile, carbonized remnants offering only the faintest promise of the knowledge they might contain. Buried under volcanic ash…
The 2025 State of Reading Report by Everand, released on January 15, offers a compelling glimpse into how readers are engaging with literature in an increasingly digital age. Based on…
In a significant stride for the preservation of cultural heritage, the Untapped project has brought more than 160 notable Australian works back into circulation. Among these are six winners of…
George Orwell, the pen name of Eric Arthur Blair, remains a towering figure in 20th-century literature. His chilling depictions of totalitarianism in novels like Nineteen Eighty-Four and his allegorical critique…
Joël Dicker, the Swiss author best known for his intricately plotted thrillers and international bestsellers, has surprised readers around the globe by launching himself into the realm of children’s literature.…
On December 30, British writer Kazuo Ishiguro was awarded the prestigious title of Companion of Honour by King Charles III. This distinction, one of the most exclusive and esteemed in…
As 2024 comes to a close, the Amazon Editors have unveiled their list of the ten books that defined the year, showcasing the diverse tastes and profound narratives that captured…
