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The knack: Jesse Q. Sutanto has a knack for writing stories brimming with humor, but her greatest strength is her versatility. (Courtesy of Donny Wu)

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Jesse Q. Sutanto returns with cozy murder mystery

Slowly but surely building a reputation as one of the most prolific and versatile writers in the industry, Jesse Q. Sutanto’s new book Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers will be released on March 14.

2 years ago

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'Mountains More Ancient' sheds light on Indonesian slavery in South Africa

Author Isna Marifa discusses her time with the Cape Malay people and how it influenced her novel Mountains More Ancient. ...

2 years ago

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Understanding the impact of Pramoedya’s 'Buru Quartet'

Leading Australian expert on Indonesia Max Lane recounts late Indonesian literary giant Pramoedya Ananta Toer’s role in inspiring the downfall of former president Soeharto’s New Order regime through his Buru Quartet tetralogy ...

2 years ago

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‘Family is a microcosm of nation’: Eugenia Kim on Korea, home

Eugenia Kim’s debut The Calligrapher's Daughter attracted significant praise upon its publication in 2009. The story was inspired by her mother’s own, shaping a deeply personal and authentic tale.

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‘Family is a microcosm of nation’: Eugenia Kim on Korea, home

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Astérix le Gaulois (The Adventures of Asterix) by French comic artist René Goscinny and illustrator Albert Uderzo

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Maria Antonia Rahartati: Adding color to lives of children with 'Astérix'

Translator and writer Maria Antonia Rahartati Bambang Haryo received one of the most prestigious awards from the French government for introducing Astérix and friends to Indonesian children.

7 years ago

'Putney' discusses the darkness of pedophilia, taking readers deep into the child-grooming process that may be little known to the unsuspecting general public.

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Book Review: Discussing consent and pedophilia in 'Putney'

Sofka Zinovieff’s attempt to write a modern-day tale of Vladimir Nabokov’s Lolita is a success.

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Sir Paul McCartney performs in concert on July 26, 2017 in Tinley Park, Illinois.

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Hey Dude, don't be afraid: McCartney pens book for his grandchildren

Paul McCartney has written a children’s book called “Hey Grandude!”, a name the 76-year-old former member of The Beatles says came from one of his grandchildren.

7 years ago

In this picture taken on September 15, 2018, people visit Liyuan Library on the outskirts of Beijing.

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Wooden library lures bookworms outside Beijing

Deep in the heart of a valley surrounded by rocky hills, a wooden library sits just over a creek on the outskirts of Beijing, seemingly in the middle of nowhere.

7 years ago

Glimpse of the past: A reader uses a magnifying glass to read an ancient manuscript from Yayasan Sastra Lestari’s (Yasri) collection.

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Yasri: Saving Java's old manuscripts

Antique documents are very rare treasures that deserve preserving.

7 years ago

Book talk: Laksmi Pamuntjak (center) at the premiere reading of her new novel Fall Baby, or Herbstkind in German, at the International Literature Festival Berlin in Germany.

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Laksmi Pamuntjak: Shines through with 'Fall Baby'

Her new novel is released in German while the English and Indonesian versions are still being translated.

7 years ago

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Survival guide for modern mothers

Imelda Fransisca and Ramonita Baradja provide various tips on how to be mothers in today’s hectic and busy society in their book Modern Mama: Wake up, Fight, Repeat!

7 years ago

'The Kinship of Secrets', by Eugenia Kim

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Book Review: A tale of two sisters in ‘The Kinship of Secrets’

A book that tells the story of individuals and families who persevere in the face of unwavering tragedies

7 years ago

Kuala Lumpur has been named World Book Capital for the year 2020 by the Director-General of UNESCO, Audrey Azoulay, on the recommendation of the World Book Capital Advisory Committee.

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Kuala Lumpur named World Book Capital 2020 by UNESCO

Kuala Lumpur has been named World Book Capital for the year 2020 by the Director-General of UNESCO, Audrey Azoulay, on the recommendation of the World Book Capital Advisory Committee.

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Britain's Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, addresses the audience at the Guildhall in central London on October 17, 2017, before announcing the winner of the 2017 Man Booker Prize for Fiction.

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A novel in verse makes shortlist for 2018 Man Booker Prize

A pair of debut novels, including one in verse, feature among six "miracles of stylistic invention" shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize, judges of the British award announced on Thursday.

7 years ago

"Dinda Puspitasari's World of Pattern: Shapes" book features 44 colorful illustrated patterns.

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Indonesian illustrator launches visual arts books

Dinda Puspitasari’s World of Pattern series features three different themes, namely Shapes, Flowers and My Favorite Things.

7 years ago

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Thriving trade in pirated reads vexes Moroccan bookshops

Despite being prohibited, the market in pirated books is largely tolerated in cities across the kingdom.

7 years ago

Indonesia aims to exhibit a distinctive experience to the public and introduce the country as a whole.

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Indonesia to sell rights at the 2019 London Book Fair

Indonesia will offer a complete experience of its literature for visitors to the 2019 London Book Fair.

7 years ago

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'38 and Pregnant': A late pregnancy — the trials and tribulations

The graphic novel chronicles the highs and lows of first pregnancy, contains witty and clever observations of a mother-to-be.

7 years ago

Taman Bacaan Pelangi founder Nila Tanzil (left) and Cornelis Wara (right) from Ende's local administration officially opens a new child-friendly library in Nangapanda Catholic elementary school, Ndora Rea 1 village, Ende regency, Flores, East Nusa Tenggara, on Sept. 13.

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Taman Bacaan Pelangi opens its 100th library in eastern Indonesia

Taman Bacaan Pelangi (Rainbow Reading Garden) has opened its latest child-friendly library in the Nangapanda Catholic elementary school in Ndora Rea 1 Village, Flores, East Nusa Tenggara.

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The 37th Indonesia International Book Fair, which has gathered together nearly 100 industry participants and 7,000 local and foreign titles, runs through Sept. 16 at the Jakarta Convention Center (JCC) in Senayan, South Jakarta.

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Indonesia International Book Fair looks to expand public's reading interests

The Indonesia International Book Fair 2018 features 62 local participants and 34 participants from 17 countries.

7 years ago

Adult-film actress Stephanie Clifford, also known as Stormy Daniels, speaks as she departs federal court in the Manhattan borough of New York City, New York, U.S., April 16, 2018.

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Adult film star Stormy Daniels to publish book on Trump affair

Adult film star Stormy Daniels said Wednesday she will publish an autobiography detailing her alleged affair with President Donald Trump in October, shortly before key US midterm elections.

7 years ago

'Why I’m No Longer Talking to White People About Race' by Reni Eddo-Lodge

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Book Review: Eddo-Lodge tackles white majority's denials of racial prejudice

Most of the white majority seems oblivious to the scope of racism and their role in perpetuating a system of discrimination.

7 years ago

Student activists holds up clown-faced caricature of Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak (2nd R) and his wife Rosmah Mansor (2nd L) during a protest over a financial scandal involving state fund, 1MDB, in Kuala Lumpur on August 27, 2016.

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First ever book explaining the 1MDB financial scandal published

For the past few years, the 1MDB (1Malaysia Development Berhad) financial scandal has captured the imagination of Malaysians. The scandal contributed to the fall of a government and changed local history forever, and will continue to have major repercussions as time goes on.

7 years ago

Veteran journalist Bob Woodward's latest book 'Fear: Trump in the White House' is displayed for sale upon release at a Costco store in Alhambra, California on September 11, 2018.

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Amazon rushes to restock Woodward's book as sales boom

Amazon.com Inc. said it is working to restock shipments and fulfill orders for Bob Woodward’s “Fear” after the book sold out shortly after its Tuesday release.

7 years ago

Gunawan Maryanto reads from his latest poetry collection at Teater Garasi, Yogyakarta, on, Sept. 5,

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Gunawan Maryanto launches new poetry collection

Consisting of 70 untitled short poems, the collection depicts the story of Sakuntala, the wife of King Dusyanta in the Mahabarata era to describe Gunawan's thoughts and feelings.

7 years ago

A newly released book, Kisah Dari Sumba (Stories from Sumba), is more than a worthy follow-up to the Kisah series, with even more intriguing tales for and by kids.

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'Kisah': Tells tales for and by children

A newly released book, Kisah Dari Sumba (Stories from Sumba), is more than a worthy follow-up to the Kisah series, with even more intriguing tales for and by kids.

7 years ago

The cover of Australia and Indonesia: Can we be friends?

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Book Review: We're neighbors — Why not mates?

So is Australia and Indonesia: Can we be friends? yet another list of solution-free nags?

7 years ago

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Indonesians struggle to promote books abroad

A glimpse into the complicated world of literary translations.

7 years ago

Does ASEAN Matter: A View from Within by Marty Natalegawa

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'Does ASEAN Matter?': Marty Natalegawa's personal notes

Maintaining friendly diplomatic relations between nations can be tough, especially in turbulent times in a strategic area like Southeast Asia.

7 years ago

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Obituary: Literary scene mourns the death of Hamsad Rangkuti

Indonesia’s literary scene has suffered a great loss with the death of illustrious short story writer Hamsad Rangkuti on Sunday.

7 years ago

Antihero: A scene in episode one of Si Buta Dari Gua Hantu (The Blind Warrior From the Ghost Cave) shows Barda, also known as Si Buta, helping villagers living under oppression.

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'Si Buta Dari Gua Hantu' goes digital

One of Indonesia’s most popular comics is making a comeback in digital form.

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Omarosa Manigualt-Newman's newly released book 'Unhinged' is displayed and for sale in Alhambra, California on August 4, 2018.

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Omarosa's 'Unhinged' settles for No. 2 spot on US best-seller list

The tell-all memoir from former White House aide Omarosa Manigault Newman sold more than 33,000 copies in its first week, but failed to take the top spot on the US best-sellers list.

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