The following is an excerpt from the introduction of Not a Clue (Nebraska, 2018) by Dawn M. Cornelio, the translator. Chloé Delaume is the author. After first reading Certainement pas, I wrote an article that started something like this: “How can you juggle … Continue reading Excerpt: Not a Clue
“22 July,” a new movie premiering on Netflix and in select theaters on Oct. 10, details the attack that left 77 people dead in Oslo, Norway. The film, directed by Paul Greengrass of “Captain Phillips” and “The Bourne Ultimatum” covers … Continue reading “22 July” details one of Norway’s deadliest days
Cheryl Toman is a professor of French, African Studies, and Women’s and Gender Studies at Case Western Reserve University where she is also Chair of the … Continue reading From the Desk of Cheryl Toman: Justine Mintsa’s Awu’s Story
“Significant and timely. . . . Wise Words of the Yup’ik People and Yup’ik Words of Wisdom together honor the richness of oral tradition among Alaska Natives while addressing a … Continue reading A Language of Love: New Editions of Yup’ik Wisdom
What a year 2017 has been—the University of Nebraska Press launched three new academic book series, welcomed a new marketing manager to the team, and had many of our books appear in national media year-round. Here are some of our … Continue reading The Marketeers Club: Best of 2017
Whether you’re using your summer months to make a dent in that writing project or looking for some inspiration or guidance, this list is sure to get your creative juices flowing. Black Jesus and Other Superheroes (September 2017) Venita Blackburn … Continue reading Reading List: Creative Writing
The Jewish Publication Society, along with Creighton University College of Arts and Sciences and NMAJH, is sponsoring an event tomorrow (April 30) at the National Museum of American Jewish History. Together with scholars and representatives of major rabbinical seminaries, this … Continue reading The Future of American Jewish Bible Translation
This Valentine’s Day, UNP’s Marketeers are talking about some favorite backlist books we love. Which ones have you read? Gang of One: Memoirs of a Red Guard by Fen Shen “I love this book because the author’s escape from China … Continue reading The Marketeers Club: Books We Love
December Staff Reading List UNP staff members are always reading new books, both within our list and outside of what we publish. Here are some of the books where our noses have been buried. Do Not Say We Have … Continue reading What We’re Reading
After a day of braving the cold to shop for gifts or groceries for a fantastic holiday meal, there’s nothing better than curling up at home with a warm blanket and a good book. Here are a few cool suggestions … Continue reading Reading List: Wintry Reads
