About this Book

• Revisiting the subject of his acclaimed debut novel, Legend of a Suicide, David Vann takes us into the life of Jim, a man deeply troubled. He surrenders himself into the care of his brother Gary, as they grapple with the tatters of Jim’s life and relationships
• Halibut on the Moon is a heartbreaking and perceptive exploration of mental illness, tracing its roots in one man's life as he attempts to anchor himself to the places and the people that once shaped his identity.
• David Vann’s internationally bestselling books have won 14 prizes, including best foreign novel in France and Spain. He has written for the Atlantic Monthly, Esquire, Sunday Times, Observer, Guardian, Elle UK, Writer’s Digest, McSweeney’s, among others.
• Review driven campaign focusing on broadsheet and tabloid newspapers such as Australian, Age, Courier Mail and NZ Herald
• Will be featured in Text’s newsletters and website; early reading copies will be sent to the trade and we will advertise in bookseller newsletters and catalogues