Krill Books: From Magazine to Independent Publisher of Pop Philosophy and Contemporary Culture

Krill Books, an independent Italian publisher founded in 2020, evolved from the magazine Krill (2008–2010). Its editorial line focuses on contemporary culture with a pop approach, spanning philosophy, art, humanities, and social sciences. The publisher uses print-on-demand to minimize waste and distributes directly through online stores and its website, bypassing traditional distribution. Krill Books has three series: Shibuya (analysis of contemporary imagination through cinema, TV series, and media), Café Philo (philosophical themes), and Artmix (inspired by Germano Celant's 2008 book, embracing a pluralistic approach to art). Key author Adolfo Fattori, a media sociologist at the Accademia di Belle Arti di Napoli, directs Shibuya and contributes to the scientific committee. Upcoming titles include a book on Game of Thrones and a pamphlet on digital culture. The publisher admires Mimesis and Derive Approdi for their focus on critical theory.