Being quite the coward, it was impossible that I would have defied a court summons, right? The truth is, I never received the summons. How do you explain that to the police? They were from another State and they didn’t understand Tamil. Worse still, English was totally alien to them.
A fresh and vibrant voice has emerged in the world of literature, as Ms. Prutuslyn Sackie prepares to launch her debut book Teenage Musings on Friday, September 13, 2024.
In the parable of the Prodigal Son, the father forgives his son when he returns and welcomes him alone. In the same way, God waits for humans to realize what they have done wrong and ask for forgiveness and welcomes them back when they do.
Courage to Confess by Joshua Thangaraj is based on the above mentioned parable from the Bible.
1942 is a beautifully crafted tale of historical magic, mystery, and military adventure that captivated readers since the very first page. The unknown herd of characters seeded in the history that made significant contributions for India’s freedom fight is well-drawn and credibly chiseled with their specific roles in and out of the country.
Literary agencies are indeed gaining momentum. In essence, it is the same as actors/sportspersons having managers, we’re in the author’s corner to help navigate the complexities of the business, support and build on their vision for their books and writing careers. We’re here to help broaden their reach, and open doors to see their writing reach new audiences.
On the 07th of September from 4.00pm to 5.00pm (GMT+530), The Asian masterclass will introduce you a new author among its shortlist for The Asian Prize for Fiction.
I told the policemen, ‘Charu Nivedita is my chittappa (the younger brother of father), and he has stepped out briefly. Please have a cup of tea somewhere and come back soon; I’ll call him on the phone.’
Interestingly, most political and business books are ghostwritten. If it is widely known that a particular genre of book is ghostwritten, there is no surprise or deception.
Madhu Kapoor’s book explores a distinctive feature of contemporary philosophy; it studies the sowing of beliefs, moods, and juggernauts. Entirely not about ethics…yeah it considers ethics as one of the elemental powers that a philosopher keeps in their prowess. However, as it surfaces, the results show that it often lands on scrutinizing the closeness between ethics and the study of the liveable world.
The inaugural session of The Asian MasterClass is scheduled for August 31st, 2024, from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM GMT+530. In this session, the author of The Witch in the Peepul Tree, shortlisted for The Asian Prize for Fiction, will explore the topic ‘Where do stories come from?’
The Asian Prizes announced the longlist of The Asian Prize for Short Story 2024 edition on the 31st day of July 2024, at The Asian House of Literature, Sri Lanka. The Prize was one of the two prizes given for unpublished work (The Asian Prize for Short Sotry, The Asian Prize for Poetry) by The Asian Group of Literature.
The Asian Group of Literature extends a heartfelt welcome to Fazmina Imamudeen as she assumes the role of editor-in-chief at The Asian Review Global.
Slaughter’s deft handling of this turbulent period in American history, combined with her trademark suspenseful storytelling, results in a novel that is as thought-provoking as it is thrilling.
Urmi Sanghavi Mehta’s “Fatal Love: A Love Undone” is a captivating blend of crime and romance that explores the complexities of human emotions. This novel promises an emotional rollercoaster brimming with suspense and unexpected twists.
Whenever I think of Georges Bataille’s story ‘Ma Mère’, I start pondering about the concept of sin. Most of what he wrote was autobiographical and was condemned during his time, as pornographic. Yet, the idea of sin runs like a thread through all his writing. Whereas, in India, which is considered by the west as a society that is …
Rumaan Alam’s novel Leave the World Behind is a captivating and thought-provoking exploration of the human condition in the face of impending crisis.
Featured Literature Press – Letter to Future by eShan uncovers the Layers and Grandiose Contours of Existence with its Boundless Philosophical Prowess.
Claire Messud’s novel This Strange Eventful History is a captivating exploration of three generations of the Cassar family, spanning seven decades and continents.
Devri is a perfectly crafted literature masterpiece. From all points of view, this is indeed a great effort by the debut writer to deliver stories with charm and gullible credibility. Each story has a platform to stage characters, to rise the tempo of climax, and brining the ultimate message for the audience. Simple writing makes it a lovely book to savour for lifetime.
From the longlist, these six books have emerged as distinguished works, securing their place on The Shortlist for The Asian Prize for Fiction 2023. They are now awaiting the highly anticipated super shortlist- The Trio, which will be revealed in November 2024.
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