The Rarest Fruit by Gaëlle Bélem
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…
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There’s a Monster Behind the Door by Gaëlle Bélem
With There’s a Monster Behind the Door, Gaëlle Bélem (Bullaun Press) crafts a novel that is as ferocious as it is poetic, as unsettling as it is compelling. Set in…
On the Calculation of Volume I by Solvej Balle
In On the Calculation of Volume I, Danish author Solvej Balle offers readers a singular, immersive entry into what promises to be a landmark literary project. The first volume of…
The Book of Disappearance by Ibtisam Azem
What if an entire people vanished overnight, leaving behind their homes, memories, and stories? The Book of Disappearance by Ibtisam Azem, longlisted for the 2025 International Booker Prize and translated…
Perle Mesta: the legendary hostess who knew everyone
The New York Times recently featured an article shedding light on the fascinating story of Perle Mesta, one of the most prominent and influential social figures in 20th-century America. The…
Exploring John Grisham’s Camino Island
Today, we delve into John Grisham’s Camino Island, a literary thriller that marks a significant departure from the courtroom dramas the author is widely known for. Published in June 2017…