Culture · 13 September 2026
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Two novels published by Europa Editions have been named on the longlist for the inaugural National Book Award in Translated Literature. The recognised works are by authors Domenico Starnone and Négar Djavadi, with transl
Two Europa Titles Make Translated Literature Longlist
Two novels published by Europa Editions have been named on the longlist for the inaugural National Book Award in Translated Literature. The recognised works are by authors Domenico Starnone and Négar Djavadi, with translations by Jhumpa Lahiri and Tina Kover respectively.
Europa at the Festival of Italian Literature in London
Europa Editions took part in the Festival of Italian Literature in London, known as FILL. The event featured appearances from Nicola Lagioia and Eva Ferri.
Crime Club Giveaway
To mark the publication of Nameless Serenade, five Crime Club readers were offered the chance to win three titles from the publisher’s backlist.
Beyond Words: Live French Literature Festival
The Beyond Words live French literature festival ran from 14 to 21 May 2018 at the Institut français in London.
Baba Dunja’s Last Love Shortlisted for Dublin Literary Award
Baba Dunja’s Last Love was shortlisted for the Dublin Literary Award, with the winner announced on Wednesday 13 June.
Jhumpa Lahiri in Conversation with Domenico Starnone
An event held in London on 23 March at 7pm saw Jhumpa Lahiri in conversation with Domenico Starnone, introducing their latest books. The discussion was chaired by Claire Armitstead, Books Editor at The Guardian and The Observer.
Valeria Parrella at the Italian Cultural Institute
On 9 February at 7pm, Valeria Parrella appeared at the Italian Cultural Institute in London as part of the Contemporary series. She was joined by Moira Buffini.
Elena Ferrante to Become Guardian Weekend Columnist
The author of the bestselling Neapolitan novels was announced as a new columnist for Guardian Weekend. Ferrante said she was keen to test herself with what she described as the bold, anxious exercise of writing regular pieces for the magazine.
Haddad Wins Polari First Book Prize
Saleem Haddad won the Polari First Book Prize 2017 for Guapa, published by Europa Editions. The award recognised what judges called an intimate and complex portrait of gay life in the Arab world.
Spring 2018 Catalogue Released
Europa Editions published its Spring 2018 catalogue, setting out its books for the season.