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Pedro Almodóvar to publish his first novel in Spain
Pedro Almodóvar is publishing his first novel in Spain later this month.
The Spanish filmmaker’s book, titled *El Hombre que Solo Escribía en los Aviones*, is about a struggling writer who becomes an actors’ coach.
The protagonist is asked to translate interviews with a young television star into English and makes the star seem more intelligent than he is.
The translator discovers a new ability as he works on the interviews.
The novel blends tragic and comic elements and features frustrated artists, themes familiar from Almodóvar’s films.
Companhia das Letras has bought the Brazilian translation rights, with publication there planned for next year.
Pedro Almodóvar is set to publish his first novel in Spain at the end of this month.
The novel, titled “El Hombre que Solo Escribia en los Aviones,” follows a frustrated writer and interpreter who becomes an acting coach.
Companhia das Letras has acquired the rights to translate the book for Brazil.
The Brazilian edition is expected to be published next year.
- Who
- Pedro Almodóvar.
- What
- He is set to publish his first novel, “El Hombre que Solo Escribia en los Aviones.
- When
- At the end of this month; the Brazilian edition is expected next year.
- Where
- Spain; the book’s Brazilian translation is planned for Brazil.
- Why
- Not stated
This story does not have two clearly opposing sides.
Almodóvar is set to publish his novel in Spain.
Companhia das Letras plans to publish a Brazilian translation.
- Author
- Pedro Almodóvar
- Novel
- El Hombre que Solo Escribia en los Aviones
- Spain publication
- End of this month
- Brazilian publisher
- Companhia das Letras
- Brazil publication
- Expected next year