Most Read This Week In Translated Fiction

[close] A group for people who enjoy literature written by Japanese authors, the arts, culture, and history of Japan. This month we have our group read and JANUARY IN JAPAN, an annual event in the literature world. Jan 2026: The Woman in the Dunes by Abe Feb 2026: Swallows by Kirino We have monthly fiction, non-fiction group and buddy reads —the conversation is in English, but read along in any language!

[close] For readers interested in unusual, bizarre and intellectually playful contemporary and classic fiction.

[close] A book club in which we will attempt to read a book from every single country in the world (and discuss them). Exposing ourselves to different kinds of literature is one of the best ways to gain a deeper understanding of the world.

[close] Forum for spirited and convivial discussion of fiction from around the world, with particular though not exclusive focus on 20th and 21st century fiction recognized in US, UK, international, and other nation-specific prizes. Rules: Don't troll. If your post is primarily to provoke, please think twice before posting, and then don't post it. If your post is secondarily to provoke, think twice, and then don't post it. Be considerate of others. I hope that there are plenty of disagreements on here, as reasoned passion makes things interesting. However, do not be rude, obnoxious, or abusive. Be passionate in good faith. Ad hominem attacks will not be tolerated. Defend, but don't be overly defensive. While ad hominem attacks will not be tolerated, please distinguish the difference between someone attacking you and someone arguing with you; they are different. Do your best to not take differences of opinion personally. Do not feed trolls. Ignore, and instead PM a moderator.