We are delighted to announce the release of a new series of English books for both young and adult readers, introducing them to the world and culture of ancient Greece through its iconic heroines of mythology. Whether these are adaptations of classical tragedies by Euripides, Aeschylus, and Sophocles or original works based on well-known sources, these books aim to take readers on a journey full of adventure, drama, death, and love, while also focusing on the women who played such an important role in our history—and who are often still remembered as mere spectators.

The series begins with six books: Medea, Circe, Electra, Helen, Ariadne, and Antigone. The first three will be published in March 2024, followed by the next three in the summer. Each book can be read separately, and you can start reading in any order, but there is a common thread that ultimately connects all these characters and provides a broader perspective on what it was like to be a woman in ancient Greek society.

Vittorio Mattioli and Mike French are authors, translators, and editors of texts and books. "Citizens of the World," they created the company Read Panda Editing, based in Estonia. Vittorio is Greek-Italian and lives in Athens, while Mike (despite his surname) is British and lives in Brussels. They primarily offer their services in English, but you can also communicate with them in Italian, French, Greek, Icelandic, and Spanish. The Great Women of Greek Mythology series is their first publishing project in Greece.

The distinctive covers of the series have been illustrated by the talented artist Little Miss Grumpy. A native of Athens, she dreamed of becoming an actress but eventually became one of the most promising illustrators of her generation. She designs, sketches, and paints for books and newspapers and creates objects with... personality.