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Pushkin Press US @pushkinpress-us.bsky.social · 9d

Europe’s political class can’t stop reading Giuliano da Empoli politico.eu/article/giul... author of THE HOUR OF THE PREDATOR, publishing next week.

via @politico.eu @politico.com

Europe’s political class can’t stop reading Giuliano da Empoli

An Italian-Swiss writer specializing in top-level power games and autocrats is now essential reading for Europe’s political elite, particularly Emmanuel Macron.

politico.eu

Pushkin Press US @pushkinpress-us.bsky.social · Sep 4

For just SEVEN DAYS ONLY 9/2-9/8
The Man Who Died Seven Times Ebook is on sale for just $1.99 💥💥💥💥💥💥💥

Pushkin Press US @pushkinpress-us.bsky.social · Sep 4

TONIGHT!!

Pushkin Press US @pushkinpress-us.bsky.social · Jul 23

Don't miss an amazing event at Rizzoli Bookstore!
Brian Robert Moore @brianrobmoore.bsky.social, translator, in conversation with Jhumpa Lahiri about IN FARTHEST SEAS by Lalla Romano

September 4 at 6PM EST, be sure to register here: www.eventbrite.com/e/in-farthes...

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Brian Robert Moore @brianrobmoore.bsky.social · Aug 26

Natalia Ginzburg called Lalla Romano's writing "beautiful, fecund, vivifying," and the reactions from writers today to In Farthest Seas have been just as exciting. Out now with @pushkinpress-us.bsky.social and coming out in two weeks in the UK & Ireland with @pushkinpress.com!

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Brian Robert Moore @brianrobmoore.bsky.social · Jul 24

Needless to say, I am INCREDIBLY excited about this! Come celebrate one of the most beautifully devastating books ever with Jhumpa Lahiri – yes, that Jhumpa Lahiri – and me on Sept 4 in New York: www.eventbrite.com/e/in-farthes... @pushkinpress.com

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Pushkin Press US @pushkinpress-us.bsky.social · Jul 23

Don't miss an amazing event at Rizzoli Bookstore!
Brian Robert Moore @brianrobmoore.bsky.social, translator, in conversation with Jhumpa Lahiri about IN FARTHEST SEAS by Lalla Romano

September 4 at 6PM EST, be sure to register here: www.eventbrite.com/e/in-farthes...

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Pushkin Press US @pushkinpress-us.bsky.social · Jul 15

Japanese Mystery and Thriller Series to Sink Your Teeth Into 👀
bookriot.com/japanese-mys...

"Hopefully, with the success of Pushkin Press’s Vertigo imprint, more Japanese mystery and thriller series will make their way to this side of the Pacific."
(we're working on it! 😉)

Japanese Mystery and Thriller Series to Sink Your Teeth Into

Here are ten Japanese mystery and thriller series-starters you won't be able to put down.

bookriot.com

Pushkin Press US @pushkinpress-us.bsky.social · May 8

Need a last minute mother's day gift? THE MYSTERY OF THE CROOKED MAN by Tom Spencer @tellmelieslater.bsky.social is the perfect gift for moms who enjoy mysteries, according to @nytimes.com of course! 🔍🕵️

www.nytimes.com/2025/05/07/b...

www.nytimes.com

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Pushkin Press US @pushkinpress-us.bsky.social · Apr 29

New mystery just dropped, and it's full of twists more crooked than the titular man himself...Happy Publication Day to The Mystery of the Crooked Man by @tellmelieslater.bsky.social

Perfect for fans of The Twyford Code, Magpie Murders, and Yellowface!

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Brian Robert Moore @brianrobmoore.bsky.social · Apr 18

A sea of Lallas 🌊🌊
Working on this was not like translating a book, but like translating a whole human heart.

In Farthest Seas is out Aug 26 in the US & Sept 11 in the UK. Fans include Jhumpa Lahiri, Ayşegül Savaş, Catherine Lacey and Natalia Ginzburg! @pushkinpress.com @pushkinpress-us.bsky.social

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Pushkin Press US @pushkinpress-us.bsky.social · Apr 7

THE TOKYO ZODIAC MURDERS by Soji Shimada is one of
2 Books to Keep You Pleasantly Diverted from @nytimes.com

"This [book] will carry you across the ocean, amiably fill a week’s vacation or sweep you away for a few hours before bed”

www.nytimes.com/2025/04/05/b...

2 Books to Keep You Pleasantly Diverted

A collection of autobiographical sketches; a complicated Japanese mystery.

www.nytimes.com

Pushkin Press US @pushkinpress-us.bsky.social · Feb 18

Don't miss author @tellmelieslater.bsky.social's book signing event for THE MYSTERY OF THE CROOKED MAN at @hbsmobile.bsky.social on May 8th!

Tickets required and will include a copy of his book! Join in for a night of cozy fun and whodunits 🔍

Register here: www.eventbrite.com/e/tom-spence...

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Brian Robert Moore @brianrobmoore.bsky.social · Feb 12

I'm honored my translation of Lalla Romano's A Silence Shared is the runner-up for the John Florio Prize. And I'm thrilled for Lalla, whose work merits all the recognition in the world! 🤍

Thank you @societyofauthors.bsky.social. And congrats to @jennymcphee.bsky.social who's always an inspiration!

The Society of Authors @societyofauthors.bsky.social · Feb 12

Congratulations to the runner-up of the 2024 John Florio Prize.

@brianrobmoore.bsky.social for A Silence Shared by Lalla Romano (Pushkin Press)

#TranslationPrizes

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The Society of Authors @societyofauthors.bsky.social · Feb 12

Congratulations to the runner-up of the 2024 John Florio Prize.

@brianrobmoore.bsky.social for A Silence Shared by Lalla Romano (Pushkin Press)

#TranslationPrizes

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Pushkin Press US @pushkinpress-us.bsky.social · Jan 27

The original vampire, CARMILLA is an Amazon #BestofBookTok pick!

www.amazon.com/Carmilla-Del...

Pushkin Press US @pushkinpress-us.bsky.social · Jan 16

Need help finding your next thriller read? @nytimes.com has got you covered! Featuring a wonderful collection of
Pushkin Vertigo titles:

The Little Sparrow Murders
The Lady Vanishes
Black River
The Noh Mask Murder
The Bishop Murder Case

www.nytimes.com/interactive/...

The Best Thriller Books to Read Right Now

Whether you're looking for a classic or the latest and greatest, start here.

www.nytimes.com

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Pushkin Press US @pushkinpress-us.bsky.social · Dec 11

The good news keeps rolling in! BLACK RIVER by @nilanjanaroy.bsky.social is one of Crime Reads Best Crime Novels of 2024! crimereads.com/the-best-cri...

The Best Crime Novels of 2024

Another terrible year for the world and another great year for books! While we have plenty of spinoff lists to come before the end of the year, it’s time to share the CrimeReads editors&#8217…

crimereads.com

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Nilanjana S Roy @nilanjanaroy.bsky.social · Dec 8

Erik Pedersen and I chat about books, reading and crime fiction. For the OC Register and other papers:

www.dailynews.com/2024/12/06/b...

‘Black River’ author Nilanjana S. Roy reveals the mysteries of her reading life

In the Book Pages, the writer discusses her excellent novel and the great book advice her father gave her.

www.dailynews.com

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Pushkin Press US @pushkinpress-us.bsky.social · Dec 10

Author @nilanjanaroy.bsky.social reveals the mysteries of her reading life 👀

www.ocregister.com/2024/12/06/b...

‘Black River’ author Nilanjana S. Roy reveals the mysteries of her reading life

In the Book Pages, the writer discusses her excellent novel and the great book advice her father gave her.

www.ocregister.com

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Brian Robert Moore @brianrobmoore.bsky.social · Dec 2

Viva Lalla Romano!

Really pleased that my translation of Lalla's beautiful novel A SILENCE SHARED has been shortlisted for the John Florio Prize, and alongside @jennymcphee.bsky.social & @fromtheitalian.bsky.social no less! 💙

Many thanks to @societyofauthors.bsky.social and to the judges.

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Pushkin Press US @pushkinpress-us.bsky.social · Nov 26

And thanks to you for an amazing, ingenious book!

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Pushkin Press US @pushkinpress-us.bsky.social · Nov 26

BLACK RIVER by @nilanjanaroy.bsky.social is one of @nytimes.com 100 Notable Books of 2024! 🎉

www.nytimes.com/interactive/...

100 Notable Books of 2024

Here are the year’s notable fiction, poetry and nonfiction, chosen by the staff of The New York Times Book Review.

www.nytimes.com

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