As McGlynn describes, it is still a “slow, uphill climb,” even after three decades and support from many notable Indonesian authors.

Since 1987, the Lontar Foundation has been one of the most active independent institutions in translating Indonesian works into English, quietly developing and making local literature accessible abroad as a result.

While backpacking across Europe to meet Indonesians living in exile, author Martin Aleida discovered that even though they may no longer live in Indonesia, the country remains in their hearts.

J.K. Rowling’s digital publishing, e-commerce, entertainment and news company Pottermore has unveiled a new “Harry Potter” experience for fans.

An insider’s illustrations and narration sheds new light on the dark history of a prison camp on Buru Island in Maluku.

Fans of Ahmad Fuadi’s work can now add his newly released book, Anak Rantau (Wandering Kid), to their bookshelf.

Indonesia International Book Fair (IIBF) is set to return on Sept. 6-10 at the Assembly Hall of the Jakarta Convention Center.

An English translation of the comic book aims to help more people understand the tragedy.

Language is a fickle thing, and oftentimes words betray meaning.

It’s time for courageous writers to stand tall and make a difference.

Ahok’s penchant for inflammatory comments most likely stemmed from his upbringing. 

A new book detailing Nelson Mandela's last days has been withdrawn after it was condemned by his outraged widow, publisher Penguin Random House said Monday.

The novelist took to his blog to reassure fans, this time announcing that “The Book of Swords,” an anthology of fantasy short stories by award-winning authors, can be pre-ordered on Amazon.

It is high time to talk about societal changes in this part of the world; discuss issues of religious radicalism, intolerance and blasphemy or, better yet, write about them.

Children may see a lot of things in everyday life, but they do not yet understand much of it, according to a discussion panel that stresses the importance of the role of adults, especially parents and teachers, in teaching children tolerance early on.

The “Harry Potter” wizarding universe is as vast as they come and could become subject to multiple spin-offs for years to come.

Kevin Kwan talks exclusively to The Jakarta Post about the Crazy Rich Asians trilogy, celebrity appearances in the books and how similar the third book’s conflicts are to real-life happenings.

In a recent interview, celebrated author J.K. Rowling revealed that she has scribbled a manuscript across a party dress currently hanging in her closet.

A photobook chronicles the political and cultural relations between Indonesia and India over the last 70 years.

Kartini Muljadi did something different to celebrate her 87th birthday: The woman once known as an attorney published a book about her batik collection.

When Nigel Barley’s latest offering, Snow Over Surabaya, hit the Indonesian bookstores sometime last month, my heartbeat quickened just a little.

Besides, of course, the Harry Potter series itself. Why limit the magic?

Author J. K. Rowling on Monday marked the "wonderful" two decades since her Harry Potter creation first hit the shelves, starting a global literary phenomenon which has inspired a generation.

Here are some books to accompany you during your break away, or while at home. It's okay, we don't judge.

After years of rejection letters, British author J.K. Rowling finally published the first volume of the Harry Potter saga 20 years ago, on June 26, 1997.

After years of rejection letters, British author J.K. Rowling finally published the first volume of the Harry Potter saga 20 years ago, on June 26, 1997.

Haruki Murakami’s latest short story collection depicts urbanites who, due to their loneliness, get caught up in the craziness and darkness of their own imaginations.

But among all this “hipsterity,” what got me most excited about visiting Melbourne was its indie bookshops.

Elevation Books’ latest publication Pop Kosong Berbunyi Nyaring (Hollow Pop Makes a Loud Sound) is an incredibly personal work with an identifiable perspective.

“I am 70 years old, but for Rose and the children, I am 66."