A Gentleman’s Guide to Graceful Living by Michael Dahlie
In A Gentleman’s Guide to Graceful Living, Michael Dahlie introduces us to Arthur Camden, a fumbling protagonist in his sixties in this debut novel that is both measured and humorous, with dark undertones,...
Inheriting the War by
In a collection of writings by descendants of Vietnam War veterans and refugees, Viet Thanh Nguyen, known for his Pulitzer Prize-winning novel The Sympathizer, shares his experience as a young refugee arriving in...
Such a Fun Age by Kiley Reid
Kiley Reid's first novel gained significant attention even before its publication, with endorsements from various sources ranging from Jojo Moyes and Lena Waithe to Entertainment Weekly and The New York Times. In January,...
God’s Wife by Amanda Michalopoulou, translated by Patricia Felisa Barbeito
When people pray, who do they talk to? At first glance, it may seem like they are speaking to themselves. The question of God's identity is intricate, and Greek novelist Amanda Michalopoulou adds...
Garden by the Sea by Mercè Rodoreda, translated by Martha Tennent and Maruxa Relaño
Twentieth-century Catalan literature presents an intriguing paradox as many significant works were created outside of Catalonia. Mercè Rodoreda, considered one of the most prominent Catalan writers of the last century, penned her renowned...
The New Adventures of Helen by Ludmilla Petrushevskaya, translated by Jane Bugaeva
The concept of "once upon a time" has a timeless appeal that draws people of all ages into captivating narratives. Ludmilla Petrushevskaya's collection, The New Adventures of Helen, consists of seven short stories...
Seeking Fortune Elsewhere by Sindya Bhanoo
The epigraph of Sindya Bhanoo’s debut collection Seeking Fortune Elsewhere raises the poignant question, "Do you understand the sadness of geography?" These stories delve into the experiences of South Indian immigrants and their...
You Think It, I’ll Say It by Curtis Sittenfeld
In the story "The Prairie Wife" from Curtis Sittenfeld’s latest collection, the character Kirsten feels envious of her friend Casey, wishing she could let go of grudges and live more freely. This theme...
Shadowless by Hasan Alí Toptaş, translated by Maureen Freely and John Angliss
Hasan Ali Toptaş is often referred to as the modern Turkish equivalent of Kafka, and his work "Shadowless" solidifies this comparison. Despite his recognition in Turkey, where he is esteemed similarly to Orhan...
We Want What We Want by Alix Ohlin
The latest collection of stories by Alix Ohlin portrays bold and defiant characters, mainly women, who defy societal norms. These individuals prefer spontaneity over conformity. They might drop out of college, return home...
