Peirene Novella Series: Gift Subscription

£38.00

Every year Peirene publishes three novellas in translation and sends them directly to subscribers. We search high and low for the most exciting new voices from around the world, and introduce them to English-language readers. A one year novella subscription is the perfect surprise gift for a loved one. Gift subscribers also benefit from 15% off all Peirene books and subscriptions – so it’s a gift that keeps on giving!

This is the Peirene novella gift subscription. Gift recipients receive our latest release, followed by the next two books in the novella series. A gift note can be added at checkout. Free p&p within the UK. International postage costs apply.

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All our books are sent to subscribers 6-8 weeks before publication. You also receive free UK shipping on every subscription book and 15% off all further purchases.

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About Uncle by Rebecca Gisler (translated from French by Jordan Stump). Delivered December 2023

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