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At top, a red banner with white text reading "Forthcoming in November!" Then, a photo of the cover of Simone in Pieces. Then, a quote from a published review: “[This] novel might also be thought of as a guide to writing fiction, putting on display a wide array of techniques for portraying a character and unfolding a story. As Simone creates collages from fragments of photographs, this novel delivers similar aesthetic surprise and satisfaction.” — Kirkus Reviews

Many thanks to Kirkus Reviews for this wonderful review of Janet Burroway's new novel, Simone in Pieces, which will be published in November! Read the full review: www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews...

At top, a red banner reads "now available in paperback." On the left, a photo of the cover of Legacy on Ice, showing the back of Geoffrion's jersey. Then, blurbs: “A wonderful book about the fastest, meanest, greatest sport in the world and a man who lived it to the core.”—Rich Cohen, New York Times bestselling author of Pee Wees: Confessions of a Hockey Parent “Jefferies captures Blake’s essence both on and off the ice, providing glimpses of a sport’s transformative journey and of a family-rooted individual, wonderful teammate, determined athlete, and passionate competitor. Although Blake has many more chapters to live, this book encapsulates his story, highlighting his passion, his sacrifice, and how he found strength in overcoming adversity.”—Hilary Knight, Olympic Medal-winning American ice hockey forward

At top, a red banner with a photo of the cover of Legacy on Ice. Then, quotes from published reviews: “A must read. . . . Jefferies’ overall attention to detail jumps off the page – he knew the name of Geoffrion’s French bulldog, George – but his descriptive writing style makes it easy to devour the book in short order. Any hockey fan will enjoy this book, but any hockey fan with a connection to Mitchell and Stratford won’t be able to put it down.”—The Mitchell Advocate “The book reveals the finer details of North American hockey and its public reception over the years. Above all, it documents one man’s meteoric rise, tragic fall, and admirable resilience.”—OnWisconsin

At top, a turquoise banner with a photo of the cover of Legacy on Ice. Then, quotes from published reviews: “Jefferies tells the story in descriptive, quick to the punch prose. Like the best sports writers, he puts the story into wider contexts, including the prideful importance of hockey in Canada, its slower reception in the U.S. and the imprint of labor-management relations within the sport.”—Shepherd Express “Takes you to the front-row seat for each individual moment that helped Geoffrion in his hockey journey. . . . There is something in this book for everybody. The great lengths Jefferies had gone to, ensuring there were plenty of sides and perspectives to every story within the book, is commendable. . . . Well worth the read if you have even the slightest interest in anything the sport of hockey has to offer.”—The Hockey Writers

At top, a red banner with a photo of the cover of Legacy on Ice. Then, quotes from published reviews: “Geoffrion’s story is one of triumph and tragedy, and to have it put together so eloquently with details you won’t find anywhere online made it a treat to read. . . . You not only get great detail about the life and career of Geoffrion, but a glimpse at how the landscape of North American hockey has changed through the program that he was a part of.”—Habs Eyes on the Prize “Excellent. . . . This splendid work of Jefferies is far more than a captivating biography. . . . I liked it so much, I hated coming to the end; Jefferies did such a compelling job.” — The Hockey News

Now available in paperback: Sam Jefferies's book, Legacy on Ice: Blake Geoffrion and the Fastest Game on Earth. Learn more about the book (newly released in paperback!) on our website: uwpress.wisc.edu/Books/L/Lega...

And if you're not able to be here in person, you can still use the discount (code FINN25UWISC) in our virtual exhibit: uwpress.wisc.edu/About/Exhibi...

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A photo of the University of Wisconsin Press booth at FinnFest 2025 in Duluth, MN, with three tables forming a U shape, with books set up on display all around. In back, the University of Wisconsin Press banner hanging atop blue and white curtains

We're attending FinnFest USA in Duluth, MN, August 1-3! If you're here too, we hope you'll drop by our booth to visit with acquisitions editor @kilravockrose.bsky.social (Amber R. Cederström) and check out our recent books, all available at a special FinnFest discount!

At the top, text reads "book tour" and there are logos for the University of Wisconsin Press (publisher of the English-language edition) and Rosa Luxemburg Stiftung New York Office, which helped financially support the book tour. Then there are photos of Pelle Dragsted and the cover of his book, Nordic Socialism. And then a list of events. August 1 Politics & Prose in DC with Joe Guinan. August 2 Philadelphia Ethical Society with Paul Prescod. August 5 Scandinavia House in NYC with Bhaskar Sunkara and Eric Blanc. August 7 Pilsen Community Books in Chicago with Matt McManus. August 9 A Room of One's Own in Madison with Dean Krouk. August 10 East Side Freedom Library in St. Paul with Gary Kaunonen. August 12 National Nordic Museum in Seattle with Andrew Nesting and Rob Larson. August 16 at Village Well Books & Coffee in Culver City with Ben Burgis and Meagan Day.

Today @pelledragsted.bsky.social begins the U.S. tour for his book, Nordic Socialism. TONIGHT @politicsprose.bsky.social will host Pelle & Joe Guinan of @democracycollab.bsky.social.

More events to come in Philadelphia, NYC, Chicago, Madison, St Paul, Seattle, & Culver City, all open to the public!

Nordic Socialism: The Path Toward a Democratic Economy by Pelle Dragsted in conversation with Dean Krouk This is an in-person event at A Room of One's Own.

Event details: roomofonesown.com/event/2025-0...

At top, a banner made of repeating images of the book cover of Nordic Socialism, set at an angle. Then photos of Pelle Dragsted and Dean Krouk. Then information on the event: Pelle Dragsted in conversations with Dean Krouk, August 9, 2025, 2-3 PM, A Room of One's Own, 2712 Atwood Ave, Madison, WI, with the Havens Wright Center for Social Justice and the Department of German, Nordic, and Slavic+. Then logos for the University of Wisconsin Press and the Rosa Luxemburg Stiftung New York Office, which supported the book tour

Madison: @pelledragsted.bsky.social's U.S. tour for Nordic Socialism: The Path Toward a Democratic Economy will bring him to town on Saturday, Aug. 9. Thanks to @roomofonesownbooks.bsky.social for hosting Pelle Dragsted, in conversation with Dean Krouk, with UW Madison GNS and Havens Wright Center.

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How to Kill a Goat and Other Monsters

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A graphic created by Lambda Literary, showing the covers of the five books that are finalists for the 2025 Lammy Award in Gay Poetry. Behind the books, a magneta background with white stars and a golden Lambda Literary seal

A graphic created by Lambda Literary, showing the covers of the five books that are finalists for the 2025 Lammy Award in LGBTQ+ Poetry. Behind the books, a magneta background with white stars and a golden Lambda Literary seal

We're so excited and grateful to see @elsaulhernandez.bsky.social's and Eduardo Martínez-Leyva's poetry collections named as finalists for @lambdaliterary.org's 2025 Lammy Awards in Gay Poetry and LGBTQ+ Poetry! 🎉

Check out the full list of finalists across all categories: tinyurl.com/yc5uu4ea

At top, a banner reads "Now available in paperback!" On the left, a photo of the cover of FAGEN. At the bottom, the University of Wisconsin Press logo. And on the right, a quote from a review of the book: “This solid historiographical grounding in issues of race and empire, along with its framing around a magnetic but ultimately still mysterious figure, make Fagen a good choice for classroom use. . . . A book of this sort is needed, as it covers the Spanish-American War, late nineteenth-century U.S. empire and race relations, and the intermixing of domestic life and foreign policy.” — The Historian

At top, a photo of the cover of FAGEN. At the bottom, the University of Wisconsin Press logo. In the middle, two blurbs: "With dedicated sleuthing, informed speculation, and gifted storytelling style, Morey sheds new light on David Fagen, an African American insurgent against U.S. colonialism, who has long remained as elusive to historians as he was to the American soldiers that chased him through Philippine forests over a century ago." — Paul Kramer, author of The Blood of Government: Race, Empire, the United States, and the Philippines "A model for how to take a mythic figure, about whom very little documentation exists, and successfully transform him into a living, breathing man whose life is a window to understanding the meaning of race, war, and masculinity in American society." — Jennifer D. Keene, author of Doughboys, the Great War, and the Remaking of America

Now available in paperback: Congratulations to Michael Morey, whose book FAGEN is out in paperback today! Learn more here: uwpress.wisc.edu/Books/F/Fagen3

At top, a banner showing repeated thumbnail images of the cover of Nordic Socialism, set at an angle. Then, photos of Pelle Dragsted, Ben Burgis, and Meagan Day. Then text reading "Pelle Dragsted in conversation with Ben Burgis and Meagan Day, August 16, 6 PM, Village Well Books & Coffee, 9900 Culver Blvd #1B, Culver City." And logos for the University of Wisconsin Press and the Rosa Luxemburg Stiftung New York Office, which helped support the book tour

Los Angeles: reminder! In just three weeks @pelledragsted.bsky.social's book tour will bring him to town. Many thanks to Village Well for hosting this book signing/talk/conversation with @benburgis.bsky.social and Meagan Day, August 16 at 6 pm!

Details: shop.villagewell.com/events/32326...

Reminder: there's one week left in the submissions period for this year's George L. Mosse First Book Prize!

Details: tinyurl.com/smvwub7t

In The bottom Line, a new article by Sangeeta Mehta: "University Presses: A Viable Path for Literary Fiction Careers," including quotes from University of Wisconsin Press Director (and @aupresses.bsky.social President) @dlbookman.bsky.social: mailchi.mp/janefriedman...

At top, a banner made of repeating thumbnail images of the cover of Nordic Socialism, set at an angle. Then, photos of Pelle Dragsted, William Banks, and Matt McManus. Then text reading "Pelle Dragsted in conversation with William Banks and Matt McManus. August 7, 6-7 PM. Pilsen Community Books, 1102 W 18th St, Chicago." And there are logos for UW Press and the Rosa Luxemburg Stiftung New York Office, which supported the tour

On 8/7, @pelledragsted.bsky.social's book tour for NORDIC SOCIALISM will bring him to Chicago! He'll be in conversation with @mattpolprof.bsky.social and William Banks at 6 PM at Pilsen Community Books, just before the 8 PM live @leftofphilosophy.bsky.social show at the Epiphany Center For The Arts.

At top, text reads "coming soon, Spring 2026." Then there are thumbnail images of four book covers: The Good Porographer, Working With My Heroes, Who Killed Bambi, and The Surrogate. Then text reads "new fiction and memoir! learn more: https://tinyurl.com/yywmzs3p. Then the University of Wisconsin logo and name in white

Forthcoming books alert!

Publishing in March 2026: new novels by Bouldrey and Lynn Miller, along with Bradley Harmon's translation of one of Monika Fagerholm's novels... and on our nonfiction list, John DeMain's memoir!

Learn more: tinyurl.com/yywmzs3p

The Academy of American Poets Announces the 2025 Winners of the Harold Morton Landon Translation Award and the Raiziss/de Palchi Book Prize New York, NY (July 24, 2025)—The Academy of American Poets, a leading champion of

Congratulations to Peter Covino, winner of the 2025 Raiziss/de Palchi Prize from The Academy of American Poets, for his translations of Dario Bellezza's poetry! tinyurl.com/47rjk3yy

Learn more about What Sex Is Death?: uwpress.wisc.edu/Books/W/What...

New Books in Conversation: Eduardo Martínez-Leyva and Felicia Zamora — The Hopkins Review The poets discuss their recent and forthcoming poetry collections, both featuring poetry first published in the pages of The Hopkins Review.

New in The Hopkins Review's New Books in Conversation Series: Eduardo Martínez-Leyva (Cowboy Park) and @feliciazamorapoet.bsky.social (Interstitial Archaelogy): hopkinsreview.com/features/new...

Today on @newbooksnetwork.bsky.social: Jenna Pittman interviews Regina Kazyulina about her new book, Women Under Suspicion: Fraternization, Espionage, and Punishment in the Soviet Union During World War II: newbooksnetwork.com/women-under-...

On the left, a photo of the cover of How the Military Remembers. On the right, two blurbs: “Examines how the militaries of Latin American countries confront truth commissions, memory sites, trials, and reparations. This book is indispensable for understanding the continent’s ongoing ‘memory wars.’” —Emilio Crenzel. “A timely volume. The arguments and analysis offer original perspectives on complicated processes, and the study usefully expands upon foundational sources in the field of memory studies. This excellent text is essential reading.”—Nancy Gates Madsen.

A photo of the cover of How the Military Remembers, and then a list of contributors: Mariana Achugar, Gabriela Fried Amilivia, Rebecca Atencio, Jo-Marie Burt, Rachel Hatcher, Nicolás Rodríguez Idárraga, Michael J. Lazzara, Cynthia E. Milton, Carla Granados Moya, María Emma Wills Obregón, Leith Passmore, Valentina Salvi, Gladys Vásquez Zevallos

Happy publication date to editors Cynthia Milton and Michael Lazzara, as well as all the contributors to How the Military Remembers: Human Rights and Countermemories in Latin America.

Learn more here: uwpress.wisc.edu/Books/H/How-...

Just 10 days to the DC launch of Nordic Socialism at @politicsprose.bsky.social I’m really looking forward to the conversation with @joecguinan.bsky.social from @democracycollab.bsky.social about the book and the path forward for progressives. Sign up to the event: politics-prose.com/pelle-dragsted

At top, the event details: Poet Quartet, Sunday August 3, 4:30 PM, featuring Chris Arvidson, Andy Young, Caroline M. Mar, and Paul Jones. In the middle, photos of the poets and their books. Then text reads "in store" and there's the Malaprop's logo

Poetry enthusiasts in western NC: Malaprop's in Asheville will host a Poet Quartet reading on August 3, featuring four poets and books, including Caroline Mar and her new book Water Guest! Learn more: tinyurl.com/5n8s7dm7

Birdscaping for Wisconsin and the Great Lakes Region by Mariette Nowak If you want the birds to flock to your garden, consider “birdscaping,” advises former director of Milwaukee’s Wehr Nature Center.

Today in Shepherd Express: Mariette Nowak's new book, Birdscaping for Wisconsin and the Great Lakes Region: shepherdexpress.com/culture/book...

At top, a dark red banner with our teal sprinkle pattern. In the middle, a photo of the cover of Salvage, which features an illustration of a deer in a pink and blue pattern. Then, a quote from the Literary Hub review: "Choi is funny. In her hands, wit marries an absorbing lyricism, with endings that not only hit the beat on both measures, but reverberate and sometimes sting. . . . Choi's twenty-first century sensibilities and poetics are expansive. . . . This is a refreshing debut"

Hedgie Choi's poetry collection, Salvage, was released this spring. Learn more about this book, which Literary Hub called "Funny.... A refreshing debut": uwpress.wisc.edu/Books/S/Salv...

At the top, repeating thumbnail images of the cover of Nordic Socialism, set at an angle. Then photos of Pelle Dragsted, Bhaskar Sunkara, and Eric Blanc. And then text reading "Pelle Dragsted in conversation with Bhaskar Sunkara and Eric Blanc, August 5, 2025, 7-8:30 PM, SCANDINAVIA HOUSE, 58 Park Ave, NYC." And then the logos for Rosa Luxemburg Stiftung NY office and University of Wisconsin Press

New York: Scandinavia House will host @pelledragsted.bsky.social in conversation with @sunraysunray.bsky.social and @ericblanc.bsky.social on 8/5, as part of Pelle's book tour. Details and (free) registration: tinyurl.com/yuefrb2x

Many thanks to @rosaluxnyc.bsky.social for supporting Pelle's tour.

YouTube video by Amusing Jews Ep. 109: Jews & Westerns – with author Jonathan L. Friedmann

New interview: on Amusing Jews podcast, Jonathan Friedmann talks about his new book, Chai Noon: Jews and the Cinematic Wild West: www.youtube.com/watch?v=7A3T...

At top, a banner showing repeated thumbnail images of the cover of Nordic Socialism, at an angle. Then, photos of Pelle Dragsted and Paul Prescod. Then text reading "Pelle Dragsted and Paul Prescod in conversation, August 2, 2025, 7-9 PM, Philadelphia Ethical Society, 1906 Rittenhouse Square." Then the logos for the Rosa Luxemburg Stiftung NY office and the University of Wisconsin Press

Philadelphia: @pelledragsted.bsky.social's U.S. tour for his book Nordic Socialism: The Path Toward a Democratic Economy will bring him to town on August 2. He'll be in conversation with Paul Prescod at Philadelphia Ethical Society, 1906 Rittenhouse Square, at 7 PM on August 2.

... and to hosts @politicsprose.bsky.social, Philadelphia Ethical Society, Scandinavia House, @pilsencommbooks.bsky.social, @roomofonesownbooks.bsky.social with UW Madison GNS and Havens Wright Center, East Side Freedom Library, @nordicmuseum.org, and Village Well!

Many thanks to conversation partners ‪
‪Joe Guinan of @democracycollab.bsky.social, Paul Prescod, @sunraysunray.bsky.social, @ericblanc.bsky.social, @mattpolprof.bsky.social, Dean Krouk, Gary Kaunonen, Andrew Nestingen, @ironicprofessor.bsky.social, ‪Ben Burgis, and Meagan Day!

(Please check out the individual event page on each host's webpage; in some cases, RSVPs are requested.)