‘The state of being lonely’: South Korean horror writer shortlisted for Booker Prize
Bora Chung's stories were not considered "pure" literature but her life changed when her 2017 collection ‘Cursed Bunny’ caught the eye of translator Anton Hur.
New chapter for women’s writing in China
A newly published anthology traces a century of literature from those too often overlooked and reflects the sector's changing landscape.
Bora Chung’s ‘Cursed Bunny’ short-listed for 2022 International Booker Prize
“Cursed Bunny” is a collection of 10 short stories that blur the lines between magical realism, horror, and joins five other books for contention of the prize.
A holy land for ‘Harukists’ at Waseda University
The Haruki Murakami Library opened in October last year after Waseda University renovated a five-storey building.
Online bookstores open physical branches amid Covid-19 sales boom
During the pandemic, online bookshops have helped people feel connected to the outside world.
Indulge in Joy of reading at first public book museum
At the museum, visitors can learn more about the practice of reading through various exhibitions.
‘Three-Body’ Trilogy broadens worldwide appeal for Chinese sci-fi
Translated versions of the trilogy have already sold 3.3 million copies in more than 30 languages so far.
Team Japan para athlete to publish children’s book based on her experiences
The 32-page picture book, written and illustrated by Paralympic athlete Kaede Maegawa, is based on her real-life experiences.
Indonesians who hoard books but don’t always read them
Some people have a habit of picking up books they will never read. It hasn’t stopped them from piling up their collection
Korean book exhibition opens in Tokyo
The exhibition shows 78 Korean books to share with Japan, some depicting current social issues Koreans are faced with.