August 30, 2024
The American University in Cairo Press announced the shortlist for the 2024 Naguib Mahfouz Medal for Literature on 30 August to commemorate the Nobel laureate’s passing.
August 4, 2024
August marks Women in Translation Month, dedicated to recognizing the significant contributions of women authors. AUC Press is joining this global celebration by showcasing 15 exceptional works by women, many… READ MORE
July 15, 2024
Discover the latest updates, reviews, and news surrounding AUC Press and Hoopoe books with our ‘Books in the News’ feature!
June 13, 2024
“A Nose and Three Eyes,” by Ihsan Abdel Kouddous finds itself in the spotlight in 2024. The novel was translated from the Arabic by Jonathan Smolin, and was published by Hoopoe.
Reimagined on the silver screen for a 2024 audience, featuring a stellar cast of Egyptian celebrities.
April 15, 2024
Hoopoe is thrilled to publish The Jinn Daughter in April, during Arab American Heritage Month. Aligning perfectly with Arab American Heritage Month, this occasion offers an ideal opportunity to spotlight Arab American… READ MORE
March 16, 2024
Discover Hoopoe’s diverse voices and compelling stories through the eyes of different characters and authors with this selection of novels set in various locations, including Palestine, Iraq, Turkey, and Egypt, offering readers a glimpse into the rich and diverse cultures of the Middle East.
January 24, 2024
Introducing the Judging Panel for the 2024 Naguib Mahfouz Medal for Literature.
A committee of distinguished judges, encompassing a wealth of literary expertise, will assess the submissions and announce the shortlisted novels on 30 August 2024.
December 8, 2023
A Q&A with translator, Peter Daniel
The translation of The House of the Coptic Woman was depicted by Peter as a courageous exploration of religious minorities and sectarian strife, a theme rarely tackled so boldly in Egyptian literature
A Q&A with Ashraf El-Ashmawi, author of The House of the Coptic Woman: A Novel translated by Peter Daniel (AUC Press, 2023).
November 12, 2023
Submissions are invited for the Naguib Mahfouz Medal for Literature 2024, any time between 15 November 2023 and 15 January 2024.
