Fly on the Wall Press

Manc independent publisher with a conscience.
M.D. @kenyon_isabelle
2024 North England Winner Small Press of Year!
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[Fly on the Wall Press @fly_press]

Last chance to book! @QueerLitUK

Don't miss out on meeting Arathi Menon and meeting young Ved and his Da this Summer - Queer Lit Manchester, Tue 9 Jun

A tender story of a boy caught between devotion and fear, chronicling the everyday courage it takes to love someone the world refuses to accept

https://t.co/QKB6pdPPX7

@ArathiMen0n

[John Ironmonger @jwironmonger]

Invitation to a Book Launch: You're invited to the launch of 'The Angel of St Piran' at the amazing Linghams in Heswall on 9th Sept. Click the link to preorder a copy https://t.co/oMTOpvS9ag @LinghamsBooks @fly_press

[Zahirra Dayal @ZahirraD]

So exciting to see my book out there, with readers, with other books ❣️ The Whispering Jacarandas is available to pre-order from @fly_press

[Fly on the Wall Press @fly_press]

Don't miss out on meeting Arathi Menon and meeting young Ved and his Da this Summer - Queer Lit Manchester, Tue 9 Jun

A tender story of a boy caught between devotion and fear, chronicling the everyday courage it takes to love someone the world refuses to accept

https://t.co/4rX8Qd5bIm @ArathiMen0n @inpressbooks @QueerLitUK

[Sibel Roller @sibel_roller]

Excellent talk yesterday at the School of Slavonic Studies, London. Susan Curtis of Istros Books in conversation with esteemed translator Celia Hawkseworth, and Miha Mazzini, author of 'Erased.'
@Istros_books
@UCLSSEESLibrary
@fly_press

[Fly on the Wall Press @fly_press]

Just 3 days until readers all around the world meet 13-year-old Ved and his food critic Da. What does it take to love someone the world refuses to accept?

https://t.co/i9tZsv8u2d

[Fly on the Wall Press @fly_press]

Don't miss out on meeting Arathi Menon and meeting young Ved and his Da this Summer - Queer Lit Manchester, Tue 9 Jun

A tender story of a boy caught between devotion and fear, chronicling the everyday courage it takes to love someone the world refuses to accept

https://t.co/4rX8Qd5bIm @ArathiMen0n @inpressbooks @QueerLitUK

[Fly on the Wall Press @fly_press]

Just 3 days left to book! Help us launch Da by @ArathiMen0n at Queer Lit bookshop, #socialrefuge Manchester!

[Fly on the Wall Press @fly_press]

Can you help?

We’re launching the emotional rollercoaster and gorgeous literary fiction novel ‘Da’ by Arathi Menon at Queer Lit bookshop, Manchester, on Tuesday 9th of June.

Unfortunately, we have been told that if we don’t have 25 attendees by next Friday, the event will be cancelled!

We know how last minute event bookings usually are - and unfortunately we won’t have this promotional time now.

Do you think you could share the event link to help us reach Manchester readers?

https://t.co/0Zogz405n8

This is a story of love between a father and a son.

Inquisitive 13-year-old Ved’s entire universe is his adoptive father, Da. From cooking him the perfect biryani, to helping him navigate his first school dance and his first girlfriend, Da lets Ved be himself.

Fiercely loving and fiercely protective, their relationship harbours a secret that could destroy them both: Da is gay at a time when Section 377, a colonial law, makes homosexuality a crime. Beyond the law, vigilante gangs prowl the shadows, targeting those they deem ‘unnatural’ as Da and Ved’s happy existence grows ever more fragile.

Set in an Indian metropolis in 2013, Da is a tender story of a boy caught between devotion and fear, chronicling the everyday courage it takes to love someone the world refuses to accept.

Expect an engaging and intimate discussion exploring identity, family, language, and the power of storytelling. This is a fantastic chance to hear directly from the author about the inspirations behind Da, her creative process, and the personal and cultural threads that inform her work.

Whether you're a long‑time fan, a lover of queer literature, or simply curious to discover new voices, this event is for you.

Bring your questions—there will be plenty of time for audience Q&A!

Books will be available for purchase and signing.

Date: June 9th, 2026

Time: 7:00 PM

Hosted by: Queer Lit at Social Refuge.

[Rue Baldry @R_E_Baldry]

Anyone thinking of entering one of the Yeovil Prize categories: you’ve only got about a week because they close at the end of the month.
Coming 2nd in the novel prize in 2019 which was a hugely validating proud moment.
This year I’m judging the story prize!

[J - LoveBooksReadBooks @LBRBsBlogs]

which offer a rare depth of insight and breadth of perspective on the real, difficult life of an immigrant.

Two fantastic books.

It was lovely to hear about the importance of translation, of telling stories that bring awareness to readers.

[J - LoveBooksReadBooks @LBRBsBlogs]

Went to a wonderful book event this evening @BlackwellsMcr with @fly_press

In translation
Isabelle Kenyon with Miha Mazzini and Celia Hawksworth

@MihaMazzini book Erased tells the story of Zala and her baby
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[Fly on the Wall Press @fly_press]

@LBRBsBlogs Was really great to run our first event all about translation and the vulnerability that links us all as humans! Thank you for supporting 🥰🥰

[Fly on the Wall Press @fly_press]

Join us at the @northfiction book fair at @HPBCLeeds @LeedsLit on June 13th! Just show up :D @commapress #bookfair #leeds

[Fly on the Wall Press @fly_press]

Can you help?

We’re launching the emotional rollercoaster and gorgeous literary fiction novel ‘Da’ by Arathi Menon at Queer Lit bookshop, Manchester, on Tuesday 9th of June.

Unfortunately, we have been told that if we don’t have 25 attendees by next Friday, the event will be cancelled!

We know how last minute event bookings usually are - and unfortunately we won’t have this promotional time now.

Do you think you could share the event link to help us reach Manchester readers?

https://t.co/0Zogz405n8

This is a story of love between a father and a son.

Inquisitive 13-year-old Ved’s entire universe is his adoptive father, Da. From cooking him the perfect biryani, to helping him navigate his first school dance and his first girlfriend, Da lets Ved be himself.

Fiercely loving and fiercely protective, their relationship harbours a secret that could destroy them both: Da is gay at a time when Section 377, a colonial law, makes homosexuality a crime. Beyond the law, vigilante gangs prowl the shadows, targeting those they deem ‘unnatural’ as Da and Ved’s happy existence grows ever more fragile.

Set in an Indian metropolis in 2013, Da is a tender story of a boy caught between devotion and fear, chronicling the everyday courage it takes to love someone the world refuses to accept.

Expect an engaging and intimate discussion exploring identity, family, language, and the power of storytelling. This is a fantastic chance to hear directly from the author about the inspirations behind Da, her creative process, and the personal and cultural threads that inform her work.

Whether you're a long‑time fan, a lover of queer literature, or simply curious to discover new voices, this event is for you.

Bring your questions—there will be plenty of time for audience Q&A!

Books will be available for purchase and signing.

Date: June 9th, 2026

Time: 7:00 PM

Hosted by: Queer Lit at Social Refuge.

[John Ironmonger @jwironmonger]

This is the inestimable and unmissable Arathi Menon ... catch her in Manchester on 9th June talking about her novel 'Da' at Queer Lit, Gt Ancoats St at 7:00pm @fly_press @kenyon_isabelle @ArathiMen0n

[Fly on the Wall Press @fly_press]

@bookscot Thanks so much 🙏

[Fly on the Wall Press @fly_press]

@Kerry2001 Thank you Kerry!!

[Kerry Hadley-Pryce (Dr. KHP) @Kerry2001]

If you’re in Manchester on 9th June, this will be amazing @fly_press https://t.co/zzmTIWClK9

[Fly on the Wall Press @fly_press]

Can you help?

We’re launching the emotional rollercoaster and gorgeous literary fiction novel ‘Da’ by Arathi Menon at Queer Lit bookshop, Manchester, on Tuesday 9th of June.

Unfortunately, we have been told that if we don’t have 25 attendees by next Friday, the event will be cancelled!

We know how last minute event bookings usually are - and unfortunately we won’t have this promotional time now.

Do you think you could share the event link to help us reach Manchester readers?

https://t.co/0Zogz405n8

This is a story of love between a father and a son.

Inquisitive 13-year-old Ved’s entire universe is his adoptive father, Da. From cooking him the perfect biryani, to helping him navigate his first school dance and his first girlfriend, Da lets Ved be himself.

Fiercely loving and fiercely protective, their relationship harbours a secret that could destroy them both: Da is gay at a time when Section 377, a colonial law, makes homosexuality a crime. Beyond the law, vigilante gangs prowl the shadows, targeting those they deem ‘unnatural’ as Da and Ved’s happy existence grows ever more fragile.

Set in an Indian metropolis in 2013, Da is a tender story of a boy caught between devotion and fear, chronicling the everyday courage it takes to love someone the world refuses to accept.

Expect an engaging and intimate discussion exploring identity, family, language, and the power of storytelling. This is a fantastic chance to hear directly from the author about the inspirations behind Da, her creative process, and the personal and cultural threads that inform her work.

Whether you're a long‑time fan, a lover of queer literature, or simply curious to discover new voices, this event is for you.

Bring your questions—there will be plenty of time for audience Q&A!

Books will be available for purchase and signing.

Date: June 9th, 2026

Time: 7:00 PM

Hosted by: Queer Lit at Social Refuge.

[John Ironmonger @jwironmonger]

This is the inestimable and unmissable Arathi Menon ... catch her in Manchester on 9th June talking about her novel 'Da' at Queer Lit, Gt Ancoats St at 7:00pm @fly_press @kenyon_isabelle @ArathiMen0n

[Zahirra Dayal @ZahirraD]

You can pre-order The Whispering Jacarandas from @fly_press or ask your local bookstore to order. #debutnovel2026 #readers #supportindiepress