Mar 30, 2025
Books
Discover a captivating collection of literary treasures penned by talented Indonesian writers spanning various genres. Immerse yourself in Abinaya Ghina Jamela's cosmic journey in "Resep Membuat Jagat Raya" or delve into the profound reflections of Pramoedya Ananta Toer in "The Mute's Soliloquy: A Memoir." With 849 thoughtfully curated titles, each listed in alphabetical order, your next literary adventure awaits.
Do you believe there's another gem that deserves a spot on this distinguished list? Share your recommendations! Join us in exploring the diverse world of Indonesian literature!

People from Oetimu
by Felix K. Nesi
translated by Lara Norgaard

A Dark Tale from Cottonwood Grove
by Mahfud Ikhwan
translated by Annie Tucker


Die Leute von Oetimu
by Felix K. Nesi
translated by Sabine Müller

Document Shredding Museum
by Afrizal Malna
translated by Daniel Owen

About Us
by Reda Gaudiamo
translated by Ikhda Maharsi Philippa Barker

Serseri
by Intan Paramaditha
translated by Deniz Erkaradağ

At the Circus
by Nukila Amal
translated by Toni Pollard

This Fresh Hell
by Annie McCann
translated by Katya de Becerra Narrelle M. Harris

Watersong
by Clarissa Goenawan
translated by Viola Di Grado

Happy Stories, Mostly
by Norman Erikson Pasaribu
translated by Tiffany Tsao

River in an Ocean: Essays on Translation
by Khairani Barokka
translated by Nuzhat Abbas

24 Hours with Gaspar
by Sabda Armandio Alif
translated by Lara Norgaard

Wędrówka
by Intan Paramaditha
translated by Marianna Lis

Ramen for Everyone
by Patricia Tanumihardja
translated by Shiho Pate

Le rat d’égout
by Nuril Basri
translated by Etienne Gomez

Unsaid: An Asian Anthology
by Niduparas Erlang
translated by Anitha Devi Pillai

People from Bloomington
by Budi Darma
translated by Tiffany Tsao

Threads of Dignity
by Putu Oka Sukanta
translated by Keith Foulcher

The Turning Wheel
by Putu Oka Sukanta
translated by Keith Foulcher

Rejection: A Sumatran Odyssey
by Ashadi Siregar
translated by Jennifer Lindsay

Happy Stories, Mostly
by Norman Erikson Pasaribu
translated by Tiffany Tsao

Happy Stories, Mostly
by Norman Erikson Pasaribu
translated by Tiffany Tsao

Panji’s Quest
by Junaedi Setiyono
translated by Oni Suryaman
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At a Glance
As of now, our resource library is a powerhouse:
615 writers,
849 books from
268 publishers,
801 contributing authors, and a total of
1188 pieces—
403 news coverages,
233 clippings, and
552 book reviews. We've sourced from
373 distinct outlets to enrich our content. Add
81 translated works and
58 standout resources, and you’ve got a snapshot of our dedication to cultivating a vibrant literary landscape.
About Us
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