“David Karashima explores the fascinating landscape of global publishing in Who We’re Reading When We’re Reading Murakami . . . clever . . . infused with subtle humor . . . Relying heavily on first-hand accounts, Karashima explores Murakami’s early literary canon with finesse and fascination . . . Karashima explores the success of Murakami with wit and charm, making the non-fiction debut a fast-paced adventure . . . Who We’re Reading When We’re Reading Murakami lays bare the intricacies of translation. A love letter to Murakami and writing, Karashima offers an unparalleled glimpse into the global publishing market with determination, wit and understanding: a must-read for anyone interested in publishing, language, and especially, Haruki Murakami.”

Paperback Paris put out a great review for David Karashima’s Who We’re Reading When We’re Reading Murakami, read it in full here.