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Meet the Swans and author Karen Valby as they discuss the importance of THE SWANS OF HARLEM, available now whenever books are sold. “It’s important to ballet history. It’s important to Black history and it’s important to American history. We want to make sure our stories are placed properly in history and that they are authentic.” Karlya Shelton-Benjamin, Swan of Harlem https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/716415/the-swans-of-harlem-by-karen-valby/

We were curious about why Porochista wanted to unpack the many themes in her latest novel, TEHRANGELES. Watch her answer! https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/598264/tehrangeles-by-porochista-khakpour/

🐋 Elizabeth O'Connor, author of #WHALEFALL, has two words of advice for aspiring authors: KEEP GOING! 🌊 https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/735984/whale-fall-by-elizabeth-oconnor/

Porochista shares her writing journey because it took her 13 years to write TEHRANGELES! https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/598264/tehrangeles-by-porochista-khakpour/

A lot of July books to ready yourself for! Comment below the one you're most excited about. COUNTERWEIGHT is an absorbing tale of corporate intrigue, political unrest, and unsolved mysteries set on the fictional island of Patusan, where a Korean conglomerate's endeavor to build the world’s first space elevator triggers a labyrinthine struggle involving rival forces, fake identities, and a trove of crucial data. THIN SKIN by Jenn Shapland is an incisive exploration of how capitalism, environmental destruction, and personal vulnerabilities intersect, examining the porous boundaries between ourselves and the world around us. THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPERIENCE by Nishanth Injam is a deeply affecting collection of short stories that vividly portray contemporary India and its diaspora, exploring the profound yearning for and complexities of home. THE CONDITIONS OF UNCONDITIONAL LOVE by Alexander Mccall Smith follows moral philosopher and amateur sleuth Isabel Dalhousie as she navigates personal and philosophical dilemmas, from suspicious houseguests to shady academic dealings, relying on her wit and wisdom to uncover the truth. SHARKS DON'T SINK is an inspiring memoir of a young Black scientist, Jasmin Graham, who navigates her unique path in marine biology by creating her own opportunities and advocating for both shark conservation and social justice. GOODBYE, EASTERN EUROPE by @jacobmikanowski is a sweeping epic chronicling a thousand years of cultural richness, strife, and resilience in a region often overlooked in history. THE DISENCHANTMENT by Celia Bell is a radiant and thrilling debut about a passionate love affair between two noblewomen in 17th century Paris, navigating repressive society, intrigue, and black magic. NICKED by MT Anderson is a raucous and slyly funny debut about a medieval heist to steal the mystical corpse of Saint Nicholas, blending historical intrigue, queer romance, and fantastical adventure. RESCUE PARTY by @gabefowlerart is a collectio

In honor of Juneteenth, celebrate the untold story of five pioneering Black ballerinas in THE SWANS OF HARLEM by Karen Valby. From performing for royalty to gracing Broadway, their legacy and sisterhood are inspiring. “Karen Valby’s The Swans of Harlem brings to life the stories of Black dancers whose contributions to the world of ballet were silenced, marginalized, and otherwise erased. Karen introduces readers to important figures of our past, while inspiring us to courageously chase our dreams. This is the kind of history I wish I learned as a child dreaming of the stage!” —Misty Copeland, New York Times-bestselling author of Black Ballerinas: My Journey To Our Legacy https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/716415/the-swans-of-harlem-by-karen-valby/

🎶 Watch Scott Guild and his collaborator, Jonny Rodgers, bring PLASTIC to life! Experience a surreal blend of music and storytelling as he reads from his debut novel about a plastic girl navigating a dystopian world, followed by a song on tuned glass. 📚✨ https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/704829/plastic-by-scott-guild/

Watch Porochista share why she decided to develop the multi-dimensional characters from her latest novel, TEHRANGELES! https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/598264/tehrangeles-by-porochista-khakpour/

Watch Keith O'Brien, author of the instant New York Times bestseller CHARLIE HUSTLE, (kinda) share his top three books of all time! 🙃📚

🎨💖 Featuring Maurice Vellekoop, author of I'M SO GLAD WE HAD THIS TIME TOGETHER, drawing a beautiful piece of art in honor of Pride Month! I'M SO GLAD WE HAD THIS TIME TOGETHER is an astonishing, epic graphic memoir in the spirit of Fun Home by Alison Bechdel and Gender Queer by Maia Kobabe. 🌟📚 https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/231501/im-so-glad-we-had-this-time-together-by-maurice-vellekoop/

Watch Porochista explain what she hopes readers gain from reading her upcoming new book, TEHRANGELES, hitting shelves 6.11! https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/598264/tehrangeles-by-porochista-khakpour/

🐋 Watch Elizabeth O'Connor describe her book #WHALEFALL in 3 words! 📚 🌊 https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/735984/whale-fall-by-elizabeth-oconnor/

✨📖 Curious about what you'll take away from Shaun Miller's THE DISSONANCE? Watch this video to hear from the author himself! 🌟🔮 Get ready for a journey through dark magic, second chances, and unexpected alliances. 🎥💬 https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/712855/the-dissonance-by-shaun-hamill/

As #MaternalMentalHealth month comes to close, watch Gina María Balibrera's heartfelt reflection on the cherished traditions with her eight-year-old child. Gina's novel, THE VOLCANO DAUGHTERS, is a powerful debut that explores sisterhood, survival, and the enduring bonds between mothers and children. What traditions do you have with your child(ren)? https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/712854/the-volcano-daughters-by-gina-maria-balibrera/

As we continue to honor #MaternalMentalHealth month, we are sharing Lucy Jones' thoughtful reflection on how motherhood transforms perspectives. Her book, MATRESCENCE, is a deeply personal investigation into the physical, emotional, and spiritual changes of motherhood. In the comments, share how motherhood changed YOUR way of looking at life. https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/714054/matrescence-by-lucy-jones/

📚🌟 Dive deep into the inspiration behind BUNYAN AND HENRY by Mark Cecil with the author himself! 🎥✨ Watch as he shares the heartfelt reason why he wrote this captivating novel. “Mark Cecil takes the Paul Bunyan legend, turns it on its head, and makes it do somersaults.” —Caroline Leavitt, New York Times bestselling author of Is This Tomorrow and With or Without You https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/724055/bunyan-and-henry-or-the-beautiful-destiny-by-mark-cecil/

🎉 Join the RESCUE PARTY! 📚 Check out the trailer for this remarkable book featuring more than 140 single-page comics from artists worldwide, documenting our retreat into lockdown and imagining our boisterous reemergence. https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/705273/rescue-party-by-edited-by-gabe-fowler/

As we impatiently await the 5/7 publication date for #WHALEFALL, watch as Elizabeth O'Connor shares the inspiration behind her breathtaking debut novel that explores the journey of loss, exploration, and the complexities of community. 🐋 📖 https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/735984/whale-fall-by-elizabeth-oconnor/