Books by Kazakhstan Authors Included in Russian Publisher’s Withdrawal List

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Journalist Oleg Kashin has published a letter from the Russian publishing house Alpina to its partners, listing books slated for removal from sale. The list includes works by three Kazakhstan authors, Orda.kz reports.

A total of 25 titles are named in the letter, authored by writers from Russia, Kazakhstan, the United States, Germany, Israel, and the United Kingdom.

Among the books by Kazakhstani authors are:

  • “Once Upon a Time in Kazakhstan” by Anastasia Nam – A contemporary novel addressing abusive relationships, workplace harassment, and personal resilience
  • “Stars Beyond That Darkness” by Victor Porasco – A mystical thriller exploring school bullying, domestic violence, psychological trauma, and murder
  • “Jakosha” by Sasha Levin – A story centered on a former journalist struggling with addiction

Other titles on the list, both fiction and non-fiction, explore themes such as sexuality, politics, religion, alternative lifestyles, and theatre.

The publisher did not provide a public explanation for the selection of these specific titles for removal.

Original Author: Alexandra Mokhireva

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