Translating Yukio Mishima with John Nathan
John Nathan, celebrated translator, writer, scholar and filmmaker joined us to discuss his translation work from and process from Japanese to English in the new Yukio Mishima short story collection, VOICES OF THE FALLEN HEROES.
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🔥 Out TODAY! 🔥
THE SECRET HISTORY OF THE RAPE KIT by @pagan.kennedy is now available!
🎧 The audiobook, narrated by @clairedanes , brings this gripping story to life.
In 1972, Marty Goddard invented the rape kit, a revolutionary tool that gave survivors of sexual assault a fighting chance for justice. Yet, despite her impact, her name was forgotten.
Follow Pagan Kennedy’s investigation to uncover the truth.
“Part thriller, part feminist reclamation, part personal journey.” — Peggy Orenstein, author of Girls & Sex
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Who was the woman who created the rape kit and changed forensic science forever?
THE SECRET HISTORY OF THE RAPE KIT by Pagan Kennedy tells her story.
Pre-order now through the link in our bio to uncover the incredible, untold journey of Marty Goddard.
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Because nothing says “happy holidays” like books! 📚🎁 Watch our authors enjoy the magic of the Holiday Wrapped in Words Book Swap.
A big thank you to T.J. Alexander, Jocelyn Cole, Jane Roper, Suzanne Scanlon, Gina Chung, Alice Wong, Rax King, Gennarose Nethercott, and Jane Pek for being part of this project.
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✨ Jonathan Darcy and Juliet Tilney are back, and the stakes have never been higher! 👀
THE RUSHWORTH FAMILY PLOT finds our favorite amateur sleuths swept up in a deadly mystery involving the Rushworth family’s fortune. 🕵️♂️💰
With murder on the horizon, will they solve the case in time? Or will secrets and scandal destroy everything they hold dear? 🔍💔
Coming June 17, 2025! Mark your calendars—this is one mystery you won’t want to miss! 📅
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These are Suzanne Scandon’s top book picks to unwrap this holiday season! 📚✨
💔 PLEASE STOP TRYING TO LEAVE ME by Alana Saab
An unforgettable debut novel about love, family, queerness, and mental health in the modern world. Norma’s reality is becoming a blurry, fragmented mess as she battles with Depersonalization/Derealization Disorder. With god sending cryptic messages through Instagram and Spotify, and the world’s poorly crafted plotline constantly unravelling, Norma is forced to confront her relationship, her writing, and her mental state. Alternating between her raw, chaotic stream of consciousness and her barely fictional manuscript, Please Stop Trying to Leave Me explores the blurring lines between sanity and insanity, fiction and reality, and the pain and beauty of existing today.
🌙 JAMES BALDWIN 3-BOOK BOX SET: GIOVANNI’S ROOM, IF BEALE STREET COULD TALK, GO TELL IT ON THE MOUNTAIN
A collection of Baldwin’s most profound works, delving into themes of identity, love, race, and the search for belonging. These novels challenge societal boundaries while offering an intimate look at the emotional complexity of the human experience, making them essential for anyone exploring the intersections of personal and political struggles.
💫 DISABILITY INTIMACY by Alice Wong
A powerful follow-up to Disability Visibility, this anthology redefines intimacy beyond romantic love and sex, exploring how disability intersects with all forms of connection—caregiving, friendship, community, and sexuality. Through essays, poetry, and personal stories, Disability Intimacy invites readers into the lives of disabled people discovering joy, sexual liberation, and the intimate bonds that define them. A stunning collection that will change how you think about relationships, access, and human connection.
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These are the books GennaRose Nethercott would love to unwrap this holiday season! 📚✨
💀 STEPHEN KING THREE CLASSIC NOVELS BOX SET: CARRIE, ‘SALEM’S LOT, THE SHINING
A chilling collection of King’s early masterpieces. From the terrifying tale of a bullied girl with telekinetic powers in CARRIE to the eerie horrors lurking in ‘SALEM’S LOT and THE SHINING—this set is a must for fans of spine-tingling suspense and psychological terror.
🌙 JAMES BALDWIN 3-BOOK BOX SET: GIOVANNI’S ROOM, IF BEALE STREET COULD TALK, GO TELL IT ON THE MOUNTAIN
A profound collection of Baldwin’s most celebrated works. Each novel explores themes of love, identity, race, and the search for belonging, making this box set an essential for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of human emotion and societal challenges.
🖤 GIRL, INTERRUPTED BY SUSANNA KAYSEN
A raw and revealing memoir of life inside a psychiatric hospital. Kaysen’s introspective narrative questions the boundaries between sanity and madness, offering a deeply personal exploration of mental health, identity, and societal norms.
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Let’s unwrap Rax King’s favorite picks from our curated booklist this holiday season! 📚✨
🏠 THE HOUSE ON MANGO STREET by Sandra Cisneros – A poignant coming-of-age story about a young girl named Esperanza, who navigates life in a Chicago neighborhood. Through vivid prose and powerful imagery, Cisneros explores identity, culture, and the dreams of escaping the confines of her environment. A beautifully written celebration of resilience and self-discovery.
🏙️ THE POWER BROKER by Robert A. Caro – A masterful biography of Robert Moses, one of the most influential and controversial figures in 20th-century American urban development. Caro’s meticulous research and storytelling capture the complexities of power, politics, and the far-reaching impact of Moses’ decisions on New York City and beyond.
💔 GIRL, INTERRUPTED by Susanna Kaysen – A candid and thought-provoking memoir that delves into the author’s time in a psychiatric hospital. Kaysen’s sharp, raw writing offers a glimpse into the struggles with mental health, identity, and societal expectations, ultimately examining what it means to be “normal.”
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Golden Globe nominations just got a literary twist! 📚
Which book-based movie/series do you think deserves the win?
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These are the books Jane Roper would love to unwrap this holiday season! 📚✨
💙THE BLUEST EYE by Toni Morrison
A powerful exploration of race and beauty, following Pecola Breedlove’s longing for blue eyes. Morrison’s debut novel delves into identity, trauma, and the pain of societal standards.
🕵️GRAVE EXPECTATIONS by Alice Bell
A hilarious, fast-paced murder mystery with a supernatural twist. Claire, a medium with a ghostly best friend, teams up with an oddball crew to solve a murder at a creepy English manor. Perfect for fans of humor and suspense.
💧A LITTLE LIFE by Hanya Yanagihara
An emotional journey of love and trauma, focusing on Jude, a man haunted by his past. A Little Life examines friendship, pain, and the long road to healing.
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Let’s unwrap Gina Chung’s favorite picks from our curated booklist this holiday season! 📚✨
Gina’s Top Picks:
🧪LAB GIRL by Hope Jahren – A beautifully written memoir where science meets nature. Hope Jahren reflects on her journey from a curious child to a respected scientist, sharing her experiences in the lab and her deep connection to the environment. Lab Girl is a celebration of discovery, passion, and the wonder of the natural world.
👻THE SHINING by Stephen King – A chilling tale of isolation and madness. When Jack Torrance and his family take on the winter caretaker job at the remote Overlook Hotel, they find themselves trapped by both the hotel’s sinister history and Jack’s unraveling sanity. This psychological thriller is a masterclass in suspense and terror.
🖤SULA by Toni Morrison – A stunning exploration of friendship, betrayal, and identity. Sula tells the story of two childhood friends, Sula and Nel, whose lives take very different paths in a small, segregated town. Through their experiences, Morrison delves into the complexities of love, loyalty, and the choices that shape us.
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