Literature

Joyce Studies Annual invites abstracts for its special issue, “Echo-Joyce: Reading Joyce in Relation,” exploring James Joyce’s work through the lens of relation, echo, and global literary networks inspired by Édouard Glissant’s concept of the écho-monde. The issue welcomes interdisciplinary perspectives on Joyce’s connections to colonialism, archipelagic studies, translation, ecology, Caribbean thought, and beyond. Abstracts (250–300 words) are due August 31, 2026, with completed essays due January 1, 2027.

Fordham University Press (FUP) is proud to announce the ongoing expansion of its Digitization Project, adding 20 titles spanning a wide range of academic disciplines to its digital offerings. This initiative makes these valuable works globally accessible and inclusive for visually impaired audiences, aligning with the mission of FUP and Fordham University to disseminate knowledge widely and equitably.

We are thrilled to announce that Julia Bouwsma, an esteemed author and poet with Fordham University Press, has been named one of the 2024 Poet Laureate Fellows by the Academy of American Poets. This prestigious honor recognizes poets of exceptional talent and dedication to their craft, and we are proud to see Bouwsma’s incredible work celebrated on this national platform.

Today, August 2, would have been James Baldwin’s 100th birthday, marking the centennial of a literary giant whose work remains as relevant as ever. His writings continue to challenge societal norms and shape discussions on race, sexuality, and social justice, inspiring generations to strive for a more equitable world.