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Dear Readers,
This week, I'm pleased to publish an original interview with EJ Van Lanen, who has shared his unique perspective on the cross-section between e-books and literature-in-translation. World literature is of the essence this month, as Lettrétage's SOUNDOUT Literary Festival will also be showcasing innovative literary projects created by an international pool of contributors.
Meanwhile, Shakespeare & Sons opened shop in Friedrichshain, and The Reader Berlin has new 1-day seminar offerings that are worth looking into.
Enjoy the week, and please keep referring friends to berlinreads.com.
Cheers & Prost,
Stephanie
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Feature Interview with EJ Van Lanen
Founder of Frisch & Co. Talks World Literature
In 2012, EJ Van Lanen founded Frisch & Co., an e-books only publisher that focuses exclusively on contemporary literature in English translation. EJ recently interviewed with Berlin Reads to shed light on the latest trends in world literature and publishing. He's also given a recommendation for the next e-book you should add to your reading list. Full interview here.
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SOUNDOUT Literary Festival in Berlin
Celebrate Literary Life with Contests and Events
From Saturday, May 24, to Sunday, June 1, Kreuzberg-based Literaturhaus Lettrétage is throwing SOUNDOUT, a festival celebrating new ways to present literature. Applicants from 33 countries have submitted project ideas for innovative literary events, and the seven best will go live during the festival. You learn more about SOUNDOUT's offerings here.
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Visit Shakespeare & Sons' New Location
Prenzlauerberg Bookshop Comes to Friedrichshain
After weeks of construction, Prenzlauerberg's beloved Shakespeare & Sons bookstore has officially opened its doors in Friedrichshain. The shop -- and its café, Fine Bagels -- is now welcoming customers to its location at Warschauer Strasse 74. The bookstore's construction blog gives a behind-the-scenes look at the building process, while the S&S Facebook page showcases new photos of the space.
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New Offerings from The Reader Berlin
1-Day Seminars: Publishing Stories & Getting Inspired
Two more 1-day workshops have been added to The Reader Berlin's mix. In the first course, "I Wrote a Story: Now What?", writer Jane Flett will help students navigate the publishing process (May 10). In the second course,"Get Inspired", Victoria Gosling will lead students through Berlin on a day-long hunt for inspiration (May 17). More info here.
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