New York might be at the top of the list of cities most frequently used as settings for stories or films. In several Hollywood films, from Nora Ephron's You've Got Mail to Martin Scorsese's Taxi Driver, New York isn't just a setting but appears as a "character" that brings the story to life. To … [Read more...]
MemulaSarakan
When she found out her babies were a boy and a girl, she decided to only raise the boy. She, who was marginalized because she was born with a gender less favored by society, immediately exchanged a set of baby girls—still connected to the fresh red placenta disc with a white pearl-like umbilical … [Read more...]
Perkara Keramat
Many things changed in Banda Aceh after the 2004 tsunami. This includes the lives of the Twin Heroes—Hasan and Husein. Losing their father and mother, they temporarily took refuge with Uncle Jack in Medan, while also facing the social changes in their city. This includes witnessing a Kedai Mieso H. … [Read more...]
Perempuan yang Menangis kepada Bulan Hitam
Magi Diela was abducted and tamed like an animal. His dream of building Sumba has vanished. Now she must fight against her parents, the entire village, and customs that seek to snatch her independence as a woman. When culture imprisons the rebellious heart of Magi, she must choose her own hell: … [Read more...]
Kemelut Rondasih dan Dua Anaknya
"Tongue of the mother-in-law is stiff, tall, and pointed at the end. Some people know that the plant not only serves as an ornamental plant, but also functions to absorb air pollution... it can suck up toxins and unpleasant odors. Including, toxins from the mouths of neighbors." The household of … [Read more...]