‘The Koh Ker Conspiracy: An Archaeological Thriller’ by Caleb Andrew, explores the intanigible balance between historical authenticity and the telling of adventure stories. A simple noodle store serves as the setting for the beginning of the novel, which takes place in the bustling streets of Phnom Penh.
The Casa África launches the tenth edition of Purorrelato, its micro-story contest that aims to promote literary creation that encourages us to feel and think about Africa and to continue showing different realities that approach us to the continent, away from the stereotypes that have marked it for so long.
The grand prize winner of The Smokey is automatically nominated for The Best Small Fictions, The Pushcart, Best of the Net, and any other prize we deem appropriate. The grand prize winner will be paid $2500.
My mother and Naina treated me like an emperor; there was no scolding or reprimand. My mother often remarked that I should have been born in a mansion, but instead, I ended up being born in that slum. Education was nowhere to be seen in her family – only one brother among my mother’s eleven siblings received an education.
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Sharma’s writing style is imbued with a sense of wonder and reverence for the natural world, inviting readers on an enchanting journey through the cosmos. Her prose is evocative and lyrical, painting vivid landscapes that shimmer with the ethereal glow of the stars
At the heart of “Phantoms” lies its characters, richly drawn and imbued with depth. Sheriff Bryce Hammond, with his enigmatic demeanour, serves as a guiding force amidst the chaos, while Dr Jennifer Paige embodies resilience in the face of unimaginable horror.
The coincidental meeting of two lovers captures the alluring, unpredictable nature of fate in both fiction and reality. The instant two souls collide, whether it be by a quick gaze across a packed room or an apparently random encounter in an ordinary setting, ignites a spark that begins a growing passion.
All my works of fiction, in my perspective, involve a dialogue with my readers as well as with the Creator. As a postmodern writer, I intentionally avoid creating closed texts.
My Name is Cinnamon’ makes the reader connect with the plot while piping up their curiosity. The reader feels more attached to the novel as the reading progresses. It allows the readers to be in the shoes of an adopted child. The author demonstrates his ordinary skill by providing minute details of Cinnamon’s life, leaving no room for interpretation when it comes to the feelings and emotions of the character.
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.
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 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 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 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.
By Sakshi Selvanathan The wizened yet wise Ivan Nikolayevich is an ordinary seventy-year-old individual with an extraordinary outlook of life, who relates his life story to an enraptured stranger. He usually does […]
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