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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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Siauw Tik Kwie, the creator of legendary comic strip Sie Djien Koei

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Remembering the author of 'Sie Jin Kui'

Comics lovers certainly remember Siauw Tik Kwie, a household name for Sie Djin Koei, the illustrated story appearing on Star Weekly, Indonesia’s family magazine of the 1950 and 1960s.

7 years ago

Stranger than fiction: Aprila Russiana Amelia Wayar poses with her latest novel Sentuh Papua 1500 Miles, 153 Hari, Satu Cinta (Touch Papua 1500 miles, 153 days, one love). The book chronicles a Dutch journalist’s undercover reporting of Papua and is based on actual events.

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Journalist turns tales of undercover reporting, love in Papua into novel

In 2015, Rohan's application for a journalistic visa was denied. The 32-year-old then decided to embark on an undercover reporting assignment in Papua.

7 years ago

Noah Charney, the author of the new book 'The Museum of Lost Art' is less interested in all the art we have and preoccupied instead with the art that’s been lost.

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Was the best art in the world destroyed before we were born?

Noah Charney, the author of the new book 'The Museum of Lost Art' is less interested in all the art we have and preoccupied instead with the art that’s been lost.

7 years ago

Published in 1994, 'Hujan Bulan Juni' has found a lasting place in Indonesian society for its simple words that carry deep meaning.

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Indonesian books win awards at Kuala Lumpur International Book Fair 2018

Among the three books Hujan Bulan Juni (Rain in June) by Sapardi Djoko Damono, published by Gramedia Pustaka Utama, was awarded the best compilation book award.

7 years ago

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Book fair: A feast of books, arts and ideas

The week-long Abu Dhabi International Book Fair strives to be a hub for the exchange of ideas, arts and culture as well as literacy promotion.

7 years ago

Short fiction writer Ben Loory has the amazing ability to effortlessly weave words into beautiful sentences to write stories ever so engrossing and enchanting.

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Ben Loory: Tales so peculiar and fascinating

Short fiction writer Ben Loory has the amazing ability to effortlessly weave words into beautiful sentences to write stories ever so engrossing and enchanting.

7 years ago

Otoritas Jasa Keuangan dan Konglomerasi Keuangan, Suatu Tinjauan Ekonomi-Politik (Financial Services Authority and Financial Conglomeration, An Economic-Political Review), written by a team consisting of Makmur Keliat, Asra Virgianita, Agus Catur Putro Aryanto, Fina Astriana, Indah Gilang Pusparani and Dewa Ayu Putu Eva Wishanti.

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Book Review: Dissecting OJK's challenges

The year 2018 is one of fierce competition in financial services, especially for banks, hedge funds and insurance companies.

7 years ago

Full of vibrant colors, a spectrum of emotions and a history of strange and new things, "The Giver" is a must-read about finding oneself.

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Top five young adult books for your reading list

Everyone loves to read a good book once in a while. Welcoming the month of May with National Book Day falling on the 17th, curling up on the sofa and reading a book seems like a cozy prospect.

7 years ago

This year, Indonesia was chosen as a Guest of Honor at the Kuala Lumpur International Book Fair. The event runs until May 6 at the Putra World Trade Center in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

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Indonesia brings 1,000 titles to Kuala Lumpur book fair

Indonesia is currently participating in the 37th installment of the Kuala Lumpur International Book Fair (KLIBF) at the Putra World Trade Centre (PWTC) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

7 years ago

Martin said in a blog posting that his “The Winds of Winter” novel would not be ready for publication in 2018.

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'Winds of Winter' not coming in 2018, 'Thrones' author Martin says

Winter is not coming, author George R.R. Martin said on Wednesday, disappointing “Game of Thrones” fans who have been waiting since 2011 for his next book in the epic saga.

7 years ago

Madeline Miller, author of The Song of Achilles and Circe

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Interview: Madeline Miller, turning the camera to female in classics

The Jakarta Post talks to Madeline Miller about her newest book, women in classic stories and plans for future work.

7 years ago

With love: A collection of letters written by Pramoedya Ananta Toer's children.

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The mind-numbing greatness of Pramoedya Ananta Toer

An exhibition celebrating the life of Indonesia’s most-venerated writer, Pramoedya Ananta Toer, is a love letter not only to the man but his readers and family as well.

7 years ago

State-owned publisher Balai Pustaka has announced several of its projects, such as redesigning products from recording studio Lokananta and publishing the Education and Culture Ministry's research.

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Balai Pustaka announces future projects

State-owned publisher Balai Pustaka has announced several of its projects, such as redesigning products from recording studio Lokananta and publishing the Education and Culture Ministry's research.

7 years ago

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Indonesia to be market focus country in London Book Fair 2019

Some 300 Indonesian books caught the attention of visitors to the London Book Fair held from April 10-12.

7 years ago

Artist/author, Lala Bohang at her book preview event on April 21 at 2Madison eatery, Jakarta.

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'The Book of Questions': Lala Bohang’s successful ice-breaker

The rule of the game is simple: when somebody gives you the book, you have to concentrate and focus, then open a page at random, read the question on that page out loud and give your answer. When you’re done, pass the book to whomever you want.

7 years ago

This book isn’t a fast-paced book with an action-based plot or hard-core romance.

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Book Review: 'Piecing me together', an important take on racism

Racism is a very delicate topic of discussion.

7 years ago

In Strangers Next Door?, 29 writers, mostly Australian academics, attempt to explore a weird link based on geography and little else.

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'Strangers next door?': Can these neighbors ever hit it off?

In Strangers Next Door?, 29 writers, mostly Australian academics, attempt to explore a weird link based on geography and little else.

7 years ago

At the National Library of Indonesia in Jakarta, Jacky recently spoke during the launch of the book Keluar dari Ekstremisme (Get Out of Extremism), to which he contributed an article about his experience in deradicalizing Ronald.

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Radicalized Christians rediscover path to love

Keluar dari Ekstremisme was written as an alternative to books and research publications that focus only on radicalization, and examines why people choose the path of violence and how worshippers turn into extremists.

7 years ago

During the Apr. 15 book launch of 'Tides Masih Mengembara', fellow writers and journalists took to the stage at the National Library, including (from left) Saswinadi Sasmoyo, Rosmiyati Dewi Kandi, Aristides Katoppo and Eka Budianta, to celebrate senior journalist Aristides 'Tides' Katoppo's 80th birthday.

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‘Wanderings’ anthology a birthday tribute to Aristides Katoppo

In celebrating the 80th birthday of senior journalist Aristides Katoppo, an anthology was launched on Monday at the National Library in Central Jakarta.

7 years ago

Menjemput Ibu (Picking up Mother) by M. Fahmi

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Indonesian comics come to the fore

Through the platform of comics, many messages and visions in Indonesia have been spread.

7 years ago

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Indonesian titles in high demand at London Book Fair

Indonesian literature, young adult fiction, Islamic content and children's books were reportedly in high demand by foreign publishers during the London Book Fair 2018, which took place at the Olympia exhibition building in London from Tuesday to Thursday.

7 years ago

South Korean author Han Kang in Seoul on May 24, 2016. The author's work, 'The White Book', has been short-listed in the 2018 Man Booker International Prize on Thursday.

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Independent publishers vie for Man Booker International Prize

Independent publishers dominated the shortlist for Britain's Man Booker International Prize, celebrating translated works of fiction spanning the globe.

7 years ago

Danarto, who was best known for his collection of short stories called Godlob, received a number of awards during his lifetime.

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Indonesian arts and literature scene mourns passing of Danarto

Danarto, who was best known for his collection of short stories called Godlob, received a number of awards during his lifetime.

7 years ago

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Seven new 20th anniversary covers for 'Harry Potter'

Scholastic has released the black-and-white covers of the Harry Potter books, to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the first book, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone.

7 years ago

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Book Review: 'This is How It Ends', flip-flopping but enjoyable thriller

While most stories involving crime and murder are whodunnits and "whydunnits", Dolan goes beyond the classic thriller in This is How It Ends.

7 years ago

Madeline Miller’s newest book 'Circe' tells the stories about the women often forgotten in epic tales.

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Book Review: 'Circe' weaves female perspective into Greek mythology

Madeline Miller’s newest book Circe tells the stories about the women often forgotten in epic tales.

7 years ago

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Fighting illiteracy through sketching

Andreza Putri was thrilled to receive a free sketched portrait during a charity event on Saturday afternoon at a cafe in Kebayoran Baru, South Jakarta.

7 years ago

Gramedia will hold its 2018 Writers and Readers Forum on April 7 and 8 at the National Library of Indonesia, Central Jakarta.

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Gramedia to hold Writers and Readers Forum

In collaboration with the National Library of Indonesia, the Creative Economy Agency (Bekraf) and the National Book Committee, Gramedia will hold the 2018 Gramedia Writers and Readers Forum.

7 years ago

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Indonesia eyes increase in book rights sales in London

With gaining confidence in locally produced creative content, the Indonesian government is setting its sights on expanding its market by pushing for an increase in book rights sales on the international stage.

7 years ago

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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Man Booker reverts author's nationality to 'Taiwan' after outcry

The Man Booker International Prize has reversed a move to change a Taiwanese author's nationality to "Taiwan, China", after the literary award was criticized for bowing to pressure from Beijing.

7 years ago

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