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Literature
A roundup of recent novellas prove they’re literature’s short kings
Four recent novellas by international authors tackle pressing modern issues such as technology, migration, war, and exile through intimate and multi-perspective storytelling. These works highlight…
Endless worlds
Amitav Ghosh’s new novel "Ghost-Eye" centers on a young girl in 1969 Calcutta who claims to be a reincarnated fisherwoman, intertwining themes of spirituality, environmental…
Colm Tóibín’s Stories About Loss and Identity
Irish author Colm Tóibín’s new short story collection explores themes of loss, identity, and memory through characters confronting fractured pasts and uncertain futures across Ireland…
Daniel Hahn Explores the Challenges of Translating Shakespeare
Daniel Hahn’s new book *If This Be Magic* examines the complex challenges translators face in preserving Shakespeare’s intricate language, rhythm, and cultural references across diverse…
Books are not only the victims of war, but its protagonists
Thousands gathered in Kyiv for a literary festival despite ongoing air raid threats amid the four-year conflict with Russia, which has targeted and destroyed hundreds…
The Life and Legacy of J.G. Ballard
James Graham Ballard, a British writer known for his psychologically driven science fiction and dystopian themes, gained recognition for works like *The Drowned World* and…
Behind the Scenes of Literary Mischief and Mishaps
Beatrix Potter’s books are the most commonly stolen from British bookshops due to their small size, while in the U.S., stolen volumes often include the…
Realm of shadows: John Self on mortality and magic lanterns
Chloe Aridjis’s novel *The Shadow of the Object* follows Flora, a writer whose hand injury leads her into an introspective journey between Mexico and England,…
A memoirist shares his tips and reflections on life writing
Blake Morrison has released a new guide offering practical advice and thoughtful reflections on the craft and ethics of life writing, organized alphabetically to cover…