Combining history and fiction in Aceh, the novel Kura-kura Berjanggut (The Bearded Turtle) earned Azhari Aiyub the trophy at the Kusala Sastra Khatulistiwa 2018 awards. 

Indonesian writer Nuril Basri, who is currently in Germany on a research grant from the Robert Bosch foundation and Literarisches Colloquium Berlin, takes part in this year’s Frankfurt Book Fair.

Najaf in Iraq is steeped in religion and literature.

Women everywhere are sharing stories of sexual harassment and gender inequality but men still aren't really listening, said Nigerian author and feminist icon Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie.

Japanese novelist Haruki Murakami said Saturday writing good stories is the best he can do for sufferers from terrorist attacks and natural disasters such as the 2011 massive earthquake and tsunami in Japan's northeast.

Indian author Thrity Umrigar lends her X-ray vision to dissect the multifaceted human condition bound by so many layers of social stratifications and power structures

"We need to talk." With these words, the Frankfurt book fair is this week kicking off its most politically charged edition in years, shining a spotlight on everything from #MeToo and free speech to life in Trump's America.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

Antique documents are very rare treasures that deserve preserving.

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

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!

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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.   

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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.