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A Tiny Publisher Makes Big Waves in Experimental Literature

British publisher Tilted Axis is taking bold steps to bring innovative translated literature to the U.S., winning accolades along the way.

By Alexandra AlterSource: nytimes.com1 min read
A Tiny Publisher Makes Big Waves in Experimental Literature
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In brief

Tilted Axis is a small but mighty publisher focused on experimental stories and diverse voices. Founded in Britain, they have recently begun expanding their catalog to the United States, bringing unique works that have often been overlooked by mainstream publishers.

A pivotal moment came when translator Jeremy Tiang found the book “Delicious Hunger” in Singapore, an intriguing collection by guerrilla soldier Hai Fan. Despite being rejected by 29 U.S. publishers, Tilted Axis snapped it up, and it garnered the English PEN Translates Award, becoming a milestone for Singaporean literature. With nearly 20 titles set to launch in the U.S. this year, Tilted Axis is poised to challenge literary norms and amplify underrepresented voices.

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