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

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

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

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

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:

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

Books are for both business and pleasure for Bentang Pustaka publishing house’s CEO Salman Faridi. After returning from Singapore’s StoryDrive event in November, he is currently conducting content experiments with writing and reading platforms like Wattpad.

George RR Martin recently confirmed reports that he is in the midst of writing a new story set in his Song of Ice and Fire universe, eliciting sighs of both relief and frustration from fans who have been waiting for the next chronological installment to the series, Winds of Winter, for nearly seven years.

Published just before the 200th anniversary of Tambora’s catastrophic eruption in 2015, Tambora: Travels to Sumbawa’s author Derek Pugh managed to get a copy into the hands of President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo on the occasion of the inauguration of Tambora National Park.

Karan Johar — a Bollywood movie director, owner of a successful production house, talk-show host and a distinguished symbol of Indian cinema — has caused a stir about homosexuality in India with the recent publication of his memoir, An Unsuitable Boy.

Talented young chef Budi Lee has traveled the world to spread his passion for Indonesian food yet he still finds time to read. 

More than a century after his death, Mark Twain's publishing life continues.

Ann Patchett, Michael Chabon and Zadie Smith were among the nominees announced Tuesday for the National Book Critics Circle Awards.

Richard Carlson's first book Don't Sweat Small Stuff brought so many benefits to my personal and professional life. How we interact with other human beings, become a good listener, how to deal with stressful situations and much more.

Haruki Murakami's new book has a title, though its content remains a mystery.

Historian Bonnie Triyana cannot get enough of history. Even his choice of fiction books must have an historical context or background in them. “I love reading non-fiction historical books but I also love fiction novels that have historical backgrounds and themes,” Bonnie told The Jakarta Post in a recent interview.

In Everything Belongs to the Future it is the year 2099, and the first recipients of a powerful life-extending blue pill are approaching their centennial. However, this drug, dubbed “the Fix”, comes with a price tag that puts it out of reach for the poor and those not deemed worthy of a company-sponsored script. Naturally, not everyone is happy about this.

J.K. Rowling is not done with the story of "Fantastic Beasts."