Welcoem to posts!!
in the future - u will be able to do some more stuff here,,,!! like pat catgirl- i mean um yeah... for now u can only see others's posts :c
FYI folks that the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA), acting on new directives, has recently updated its grant opportunities, cancelling a program called "Challenge America" which supported arts from/for underserved communities. It is instead encouraging organizations and individuals to apply for America-250, which is a program designed to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. There are also changes to the legal requirements and compliance policies for grant recipients, relating to DEI programs and gender ideology. This will likely impact presses we talk about on this channel, many of which receive funding from the NEA...or receive funding from other organizations supported by NEA grants.
www.msn.com/en-us/arts/performing-arts/a-new-direc…
Consider supporting presses you love through donations, shopping directly from their website, checking out their books from the library, and/or sharing their great work through social media.
www.arts.gov/grants/legal-requirements-and-assuran…
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WOW I've never seen this kind of weather watch for Chicago. We get a LOT of gusty weather (though every Chicagoan will be quick to tell you that our Windy City nickname has nothing to do with our windy weather!!!). But I am guessing this new "Fire Weather Watch" has something to do with what's happened in LA? I've never seen it before!
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Love this video from @PageTurnersWithKatja - full of stats and great thoughts on translated literature!!
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Frankly shocked I already have 7/10 books longlisted for the Republic of Consciousness Prize. (and an 8th on its way, ordered yesterday!!!) I plan on reading the full list, which means I have two more books to get before the short list is announced Thursday, February 27! And then read them all, of course. Yikes!!!
Here is the longlist:
Like a Sky Inside by Jakuta Alikavazovic, translated by Daniel Levin Becker (Fern)
To & Fro by Leah Hager Cohen (Bellevue Literary Press)
Melvill by Rodrigo Fresán, translated by Will Vanderhyden (Open Letter)
Lesser Ruins by Mark Haber (Coffee House Press)
Tidal Lock by Lindsay Hill (McPherson & Company)
Overstaying by Ariane Koch, translated by Damion Searls (Dorothy, a publishing project)
The Case of Cem by Vera Mutafchieva, translated by Angela Rodel (Sandorf Passage)
Your Absence is Darkness by Jón Kalman Stefánsson, translated by Philip Roughton (Biblioasis)
Gifted by Suzumi Suzuki, translated by Allison Markin Powell (Transit Books)
Lublin by Manya Wilkinson (And Other Stories)
List pulled from: www.republicofconsciousnessprize-usa.com/news
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Hi all! Join my Discord community (link below) if you'd like to discuss books longlisted on the small press focused literary award, the Republic of Consciousness Prize! It is a low pressure group - no need to actually read any of the books to join the discussion. We talk about lots of books from small presses, not just the ones on the prize list!
The prize's long list will be announced some time today!
Discord: discord.gg/CybjhQvg
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Hey small press fans. I joined Bluesky. 🫣 😬Find me there if you want even more info about independent and nonprofit publishers, and photos of books and Legos. bsky.app/profile/eyesonindie.bsky.social
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Hey small press besties! I know many of you love the Republic of Consciousness Prize! Check out this video from @LeafbyLeaf where he lists all the books in the running for this year's North American prize! GREAT inside scoop on what might be on the long list this year, and so so many amazing publishers included.
Let me know in the comments if you'd be interested in me reviving the Discord channel for discussing the prize!
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THANK YOU to the kind soul who sent me this incredible book from my Bookshop.org wishlist! I am so excited to add it to my growing Dorothy Project collection. I don't see your name listed with the book. If you'd like to reveal yourself, I can give you a proper thank you!! If not, please accept my sincere gratitude!! 🥰🥰🥰
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Ohhh nooooo, I just posted a video saying I can't buy any more NYRB books because the NYRB section on my new shelf is full. But they have a SALE going on this weekend! 25% off NYRB Classics!!!
www.nyrb.com/collections/classics
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And the winners of my fall pre-order contest are in! ALL THREE winners are Canadian publishers!! Thanks to all who voted!
Bad Houses by John Elizabeth Stintzi (Arsenal Pulp Press)
Caesaria by Hanna Nordenhök, translated by Saskia Vogel (Book*hug Press)
Pages of the Sea by Anne Hawk (Biblioasis)
WRITE-IN WINNER: Herscht 07769 by László Krasznahorkai, translated by Ottilie Mulzet (New Directions)
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Books from nonprofit and independent publishers.
I love books from small presses, and I've spent the last few years reading as much as I can from them.
Small publishers are often less profit driven than large publishers. Meaning they can take more literary risks. They can publish voices outside the mainstream. They often have a mission, a vision, a vibe. Some focus on the natural world, or excel at speculative fiction. Some publish only poetry or translated literature. Some are committed to social justice and radical change. The list goes on.
I want to share my love for these books and publishers, but most of all I want to help match you to your perfect publisher, who consistently puts out the kind of books that catch YOUR eye. There’s so much to explore. Welcome!
♥
Sarah
P.S. I do not accept any free copies for review at this time.