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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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A still from "Hidden Figures". Margot Lee Shetterly's book and the namesake movie are about the contributions of a team of black women mathematicians to the NASA space program.

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'Hidden Figures' author Shetterly receives literary prize

An author whose book was the basis for the Oscar-nominated movie "Hidden Figures" has won an award for writing literature that promotes diversity and confronts racism.

8 years ago

Nila Tanzil, founder of Taman Bacaan Pelangi, and local celebrity Chelsea Islan are among the people who support Walt Disney Indonesia's book-donation program.

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Disney, Taman Bacaan Pelangi to donate books for kids in Eastern Indonesia

Walt Disney Indonesia announced a book-donation program for children in Eastern Indonesia on Tuesday.

8 years ago

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The Loner: Yudhoyono's squandered decade

A long-term observer of Southeast Asian affairs casts a critical eye at the 10 years in office of Indonesia’s sixth president.

8 years ago

In this May 9, 2016 file photo, Ivana Trump, ex-wife of President Donald Trump, attends the Fashion Institute of Technology Annual Gala benefit in New York. Ivana Trump, the first wife of President Donald Trump, is writing a memoir which will focus on the couple’s three children. “Raising Trump” will be published Sept. 12, 2017, by Gallery Books.

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Ivana Trump writing memoir about her children with Donald

Ivana Trump, the first wife of President Donald Trump, is writing a memoir that will focus on the couple's three children.

8 years ago

In this March 18, 2014 file photo, author and co-executive producer George R. R. Martin attends the "Game of Thrones" fourth season premiere in New York.

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Martin's ‘Game of Thrones’ short story to come out in October

American novelist George R.R. Martin is best known for creating the epic fantasy world “A Song of Ice and Fire,” from which HBO’s critically acclaimed “Game of Thrones” was adapted. However, he is also known as a classic procrastinator.

8 years ago

The next "5th Wave" book, currently untitled, is scheduled for the spring of 2018. In a statement Tuesday, Yancey promised "new characters, surprising twists" and "non-stop action."

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Making waves: Rick Yancey plans a new '5th Wave' novel

Best-selling author Rick Yancey is ready to make new waves.

8 years ago

In this Sept. 17, 2016, file photo, President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama wave at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's 46th Annual Legislative Conference Phoenix Awards Dinner in Washington. The publishing of the upcoming books by Barack and Michelle Obama will be a global event. Penguin Random House announced Monday, March 13, 2017, that it has lined up publishers from Ireland to South Africa for the two books, to be released by the Crown imprint in the U.S. and Canada. Titles and release dates have not been announced.

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Obama books to be published worldwide, from Ireland to India

The publishing of the upcoming books by Barack and Michelle Obama will be a global event.

8 years ago

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BW Purba Negara: A true bookworm

BW Purba Negara, known as BW or Purba, is a director who is well known for his short films, such as Say Hello to Yellow, Cheng Cheng Po and many more.

8 years ago

Troubled Transit: Asylum Seekers Stuck in Indonesia by Antje Missbach

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Indonesia - Friendly transit point, never a home

A book opens up a new discussion on the myriad of problems faced by refugees and asylum seekers in Indonesia.

8 years ago

The complete trilogy includes "#88LOVELIFE VOL. 01: DREAMS", "#LOVELIFE VOL. 02: PASSION" in its new cover and "#LOVELIFE VOL. 03: PRIORITIES."

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Diana Rikasari, Dinda Puspitasari share priorities in third book

Fashion blogger-slash-entrepreneur Diana Rikasari and illustrator Dinda Puspitasari officially launched their third book on Thursday.

8 years ago

The novel highlights the painful love story of Tita de la Garza, the youngest daughter of a 20th-century conservative Mexican family.

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Best-selling novel ‘Like Water for Chocolate’ gets TV adaptation

“Like Water for Chocolate,” a 1989 heart-wrenching novel by Mexican author Laura Esquivel, is in the works to become a TV series.

8 years ago

Pancaran Limasan (The Brilliance of Limasan) by Mitu M. Prie, Red and White Publishing, 2016, 238 pages.

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'Limasan': Java's magical architecture

Archaeologist Mitu M. Prie’s latest book, Pancaran Limasan (The Brilliance of Limasan), pays homage to artisans of the country’s glorious past.

8 years ago

This Sept. 17, 2016 file photo shows President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's 46th Annual Legislative Conference Phoenix Awards Dinner in Washington. The former president and first lady have signed with Penguin Random House, the publisher announced Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2017.

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New Obama books to be published by imprint of previous books

Upcoming books by Barack Obama and Michelle Obama will be released through an imprint they know well: Crown.

8 years ago

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Ahmad Fuadi: Researching through books

Novelist Ahmad Fuadi agrees with the adage that great writers are those who read more than write.

8 years ago

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Barack and Michelle Obama have book deals

The former president and first lady have signed with Penguin Random House, the publisher announced Tuesday.

8 years ago

Disruption — a new book by marketing and entrepreneurial expert Rhenald Kasali

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'Disruption' talks fast paced changes

Marketing and entrepreneurship expert Rhenald Kasali’s new book, Disruption, may be something that sets real entrepreneurs and wannabes apart.

8 years ago

No matter how talented or smart you think you are, there is always a major adjustment to make when transitioning from school to workforce.

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Five must-read books for aspiring marketing professionals

If you are an aspiring marketer just like I was and want to succeed as a marketing professional, here is a list of notable books that taught me a trick or two and could do so for you:

8 years ago

The genius behind the new cover is Nicholas Filbert, an Indonesian illustrator who previously created the local cover for Ryan Graudin’s "The Walled City" book.

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Indonesia to have own version of ‘Harry Potter’ book cover

Indonesian Potterheads may look forward to expanding their collection as a locally designed cover of the Harry Potter novels is slated for release in March.

8 years ago

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Fans in Japan rush to get Murakami book with esoteric title

Fans of Haruki Murakami have rushed to Japanese bookstores to get his latest work with an esoteric title.

8 years ago

In this Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2017, file photo, Tom Hanks arrives at the People's Choice Awards at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. The Oscar-winning actor’s first book, “UNCOMMON TYPE: Some Stories,” features 17 stories, each in some way involving a different typewriter. It’s due out Oct. 24, 2017, from Alfred A. Knopf.

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Tom Hanks' debut book is due in October

Tom Hanks is putting his love of vintage typewriters to good use — his collection of short stories will be published in October.

8 years ago

The writing in "The Refugees" is resonant and evocative, abounding with delightful descriptions: "tears of rust streaking the walls," ''a countertop with black veins in the grouting," ''a white Toyota Land Cruiser speckled with measles of rust."

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'Refugees' is timely, timeless in telling of human stories

Viet Thanh Nguyen's new book, "The Refugees," is both timely, given the current debate about refugees in America, and timeless in its exploration of universal human struggles.

8 years ago

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Dissecting 'Nirzona', a love story narrated through Aceh's social and cultural contexts

In the vague global culture, Nirzona is a clear literary contribution to the world of civilization as it reminds us of the significance of humanity, of love, by showing its spiritual and transcendental dimensions.

8 years ago

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BOOKWORM: Astrid Enricka Dhita, into culinary books

Whenever she can find the time, Chef Astrid Enricka Dhita said she prefers to read culinary books.

8 years ago

Between life and work, it is hard to find time to sit down and enjoy a good book.

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Five newly released books you should not overlook

Here are five newly published books for your precious reading time.

8 years ago

Jejak Rasa Nusantara: Sejarah Makanan Indonesia (Archipelago Flavor Trail: History of Indonesian Food) by Fadly Rahman

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Tracing history of Indonesian culinary fare

Indonesia is heaven for delicious foods but many of the delicacies lie in a gray area, which a new book is trying to clear up.

8 years ago

Philip Pullman's latest novel, titled "The Book Of Dust", is due to be released on Oct 19 this year.It will be the first of a trilogy.

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At last, we will get a Philip Pullman novel this year

Get ready to return to a world of alethiometers, daemons and armored polar bears. Acclaimed English author Phillip Pullman has announced the publication of a long-awaited follow-up to his bestselling His Dark Materials novels.

8 years ago

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Book worm: Natasha Mannuela: On self-development, business and entertainment

The life of Natasha Mannuela, a woman from Bangka Belitung province in Sumatra who was the second runner-up in the Miss World 2016 pageant, revolves around two worlds: business and entertainment.

8 years ago

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Against all political and religious odds

A book discussion shares an effective way to fight social discord stemming from political and religious differences.

8 years ago

In this Jan. 29 , 2013, file photo, author Salman Rushdie attends a promotional event of "Midnight's Children" in Mumbai, India.

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Rushdie novel takes on age of Obama, and Trump

Salman Rushdie's next novel will be a take on the age of Obama, with an added dash of Trump.

8 years ago

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'Troppo': A novel bridge between us and them

Maturity at last. A novel from Australia that treats Indonesia as a real place, not an Eat, Pray, Love fantasyland of frangipani maidens in sun-kissed paddy fields.

8 years ago

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