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Pierce Alquist

Pierce Alquist is a transplanted New Yorker living and working in the publishing scene in Boston. Don’t worry if she fooled you, the red hair is misleading. She’s a literature in translation devotee and reviewer and lover of small, independent presses. A voracious traveler and foodie, you can find her in her kitchen making borscht or covered in red pepper paste as she perfects her kimchi recipe.

50 Must-Read Microhistory Books

There are many great microhistory books, ranging from subjects like butter and cotton to champagne and the color indigo. Check out this list of must-reads!

Reading Pathways: Clarice Lispector Books

Clarice Lispector is an internationally acclaimed author widely considered to be Brazil's greatest modern writer. Check out this reading pathway!

HER BODY AND OTHER PARTIES TV Adaptation in Development

Hold on to your decorative gourds—HER BODY AND OTHER PARTIES, an award-winning short story collection by Carmen Maria Machado, will be a TV show!

2018 National Book Award Finalists Announced

The 2018 National Book Award Finalists have been announced! The winner will be announced at the 69th National Book Awards Ceremony on November 14.

Circe by Madeline Miller optioned for TV Series

Circe is coming to the big screen.

Fall 2018 New Releases In Translation

New books from fan favorites Murakami, Rodoreda, and Knausgaard, thrilling English debuts, and more excellent new releases in translation.

Announcing the 2018 National Book Awards Translated Literature Longlist

This just in! Check out the works in translation selected for the 2018 National Book Awards Translated Literature Longlist.

Maggie Gyllenhaal to Write and Direct Adaptation of Elena Ferrante Novel

Maggie Gyllenhaal is writing and direction an adaptation of Elena Ferrante's The Lost Daughter.

50 Must-Read Books by Women in Translation

August is Women in Translation Month! To celebrate I've collected 50 must-read books by women in translation from all over the world.

Recommended Reads for Women in Translation Month

August is Women in Translation month, and we've got reading recommendations for you!