Rondanini Publishing
Stories That Matter
Rondanini Publishing is an independent press showcasing literary and multicultural fiction in English and Italian. We champion carefully selected stories that capture the essence of storytelling tradition while speaking to universal human experiences.
Featured Publications
Crownless: Forgotten Queer Histories of Rome
by J. H. M. Carlisle • EN
A haunting reimagining of a life erased by empire, Crownless gives voice to Aeneas of Bithynia—the youth renamed “Sporus” and forced into the role of Nero’s empress. Blending meticulous history with lyrical storytelling, Carlisle resurrects a silenced figure of queer antiquity, capturing both the brutality of Rome’s power and the fragile endurance of identity. Intimate, defiant, and unforgettable, Crownless is a work of historical fiction that illuminates the lives the empire tried to erase.
Al Confine del Tempo
by Luigi Pascal Rondanini • IT
Una spiaggia. Quattordici ore. Vite che non si conoscono — e che pure si intrecciano. Un padre in silenzio. Una promessa d’amore. Un castello di sabbia. Un uomo in fuga, uno che cerca casa. Una donna che cerca Dio. C’è chi arriva, chi ritorna, chi si ferma. C’è chi ha paura, e chi prova a dirlo. C’è chi tende un asciugamano. C’è chi offre del pane. In questo romanzo corale, ogni capitolo è una voce. Ogni interludio, un respiro. Un giorno come tanti — ma in cui tutto accade. Alla fine, resta una domanda: “Con chi posso abitare la mia casa, anche solo per un istante?” Un libro sulla fragilità che ci unisce, sulla bellezza dei legami improvvisi, sulla possibilità — forse — di sentirsi a casa, anche solo per qualche ora.
What We Publish
Literary Fiction
Thoughtfully curated novels and collections that explore the depth of human experience, rooted in Italian literary tradition yet universal in appeal.
Short Stories
A rich collection of short fiction that showcases the art of concise storytelling, perfect for readers who appreciate literary craftsmanship.
Talented Authors
Meet the voices behind our publications - authors who bring depth, authenticity, and artistic vision to contemporary Italian literature.
Bilingual Publishing
We publish works in both English and Italian, bridging cultures and bringing Italian literary voices to a global audience.
Editorial Services
Professional editorial and marketing services to help authors refine their manuscripts and connect with the right readers through our comprehensive publishing support.
About Rondanini Publishing
Founded with a passion for Italian literary tradition, Rondanini Publishing is dedicated to bringing exceptional stories to readers around the world. We believe in the power of literature to connect cultures and illuminate the human condition.
Our carefully curated collection features both established and emerging voices in Italian literature, offering works in both Italian and English to reach a global audience. Each publication is selected for its artistic merit and its ability to speak to universal themes through distinctly Italian storytelling.
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