The vivid descriptions contribute to the atmospheric tension, making the setting an integral part of the narrative. The pacing is well-balanced, allowing for moments of reflection and character development amidst the breakneck action sequences.
It was in the heart of winter, in 2020. I was writing an essay for my German language class, in which I had to describe my home country, when the words slipped out of me: ewiger Sommer meiner Heimat. Eternal Summer of My Homeland reflects not only the context in which I was writing the book, but also the themes interwoven in the work.
“The World’s No.1 Literary Festival”, said Harper’s Bazaar, witnessing its launch in 2005. The Galle Literary Festival has become the most anticipated Literary Festival, hosting a variety of talks, workshops and exhibitions in an incredibly familiar atmosphere.
Suddenly, Bajgo felt as if he was experiencing a blackout. Everything around him started to disappear and he can not breathe. He tried to cry for help. No words could come out of his mouth. The lace had completely blocked his airways. And Bajgo lost his consciousness.
As a firm believer in fair business practices, I emphasise that success is a two-way street. If accusations against a publisher hold merit, proper evidence should be presented for a fair judgment. Notably, established and bestselling authors often maintain a trusting relationship with their publishers, recognising the multifaceted investments made, including time and labour.
Agnes Chew’s Eternal Summer of my Homeland delves into a wide range of themes that have a direct focus on family bonds and relationships. The importance of sparing time for them and the love and affection one should merely build among the family members.
This enthralling young adult fantasy and mythical-fiction, presumably first in the series, The Heiress: the Cursed Queen transports readers to mythical worlds of the galaxies, fabled creatures, and magic pots of devils and evil forces.
Arefa Tehsin, the shortlisted author for the Best Author Award by The Hindu, arrives in Sri Lanka to take part in a literary discussion and book signing event organised by The Asia […]
Koshalee Sirichandra is an emerging literary personality in Sri Lanka who demonstrates that writers are limitless. She has authored one book and translated several well-known titles into Sinhala. Koshalee has been contributing to The Asian Review’s Writers’ Space with her intriguing short stories and profound poetic-craft.
So, being a signatory and state party to the UNESCO Florence Agreement on the importation of educational, scientific and cultural materials, Sri Lanka must show its integrity to the global tools to which it is a signatory and its trustworthiness to the world.
The entire pack stopped and stood still. The four holding my ankles and wrists ran away. A few others, too, ran away with them. One bastard peed on my face and ran away with the rest. I collected all my strength, got up, and ran for my life. I have no idea where I ran.
Wonder. Those eyes were rounded with wonder the first time his glance caught them. The big rounded eyes, topped with the beautiful golden colour eyebrows arched in the same surprise made him fully turn his head towards those eyes and stare. They had the colour of a pale, grey sky.
Arefa Tehsin is the author of several fiction and non-fiction books, both for children and adults, and contributes columns, features and travel articles to various publications like The Indian Express, The Hindu, Deccan Herald, Outlook Money and TerraGreen.
The novel’s impact extends beyond its pages. Koontz’s exploration of fear, survival, and the human psyche prompts readers to confront their own fears and contemplate the intensity with which they approach life. The visceral nature of the storytelling leaves a lasting impression, lingering in the reader’s mind long after the final page is turned.
The title aligns with the literary tradition of naming a book after its main character, you know, like ‘Harry Potter,’ when the narrative revolves around them. ‘Teacher Narit’ is one of those stories where the plot’s rhythm hinges on Narit – his experiences, struggles, and personal growth. To me, Narit is more than just a character.
It is a terrific novel with much to delight to all sections of readers that love stories emanating from the sections of our civilization and societies. Thakshankunnu was a region in existence for a long time in the history of Kerala. But gradually it disappeared. This novel captures the lives of tailors, hotel workers, school going kids, coconut harvesters, strangers, doctors, local politicians…
It is an enjoyable fast-paced well-written, keep-you-guessing crime thriller. This book is extremely difficult to put down, partly due to delightfully short chapters but also due to the captivating characters. Twist and turns are brilliant and ending is surprisingly shocking, totally in tandem with the fate of three main characters.
I wove a lot of my stories from memory. Years ago, I ditched the practice of carrying a notebook to record insights in life’s other settings. I intended to turn my subconscious and unconscious mind into a trustworthy and bottomless repository of my original thoughts and insights. I practised my intuitive perception. It took me five and a half years to write the novel.
The will of a woman
Whose mastery is fighting
Fighting anything life throws at her
Susan Mallery is the New York Times’ number one bestselling author of novels about the relationships that define women’s lives—family, friendship, romance. She has sold over forty million copies of her books worldwide. Susan grew up in California and now lives in Seattle with her husband.
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