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    In the Headlines

    Discover the vibrant world of Indonesian writers through the latest updates curated from global media outlets, thoughtfully indexed to bring you regular and engaging coverage, ensuring you stay connected to the pulse of the literary scene. Explore with us as we delve into the rich narratives and captivating stories of Indonesian writers, presented with the utmost professionalism.


    Asian Review of Books / All Things Books
    Apr 12, 2026

    “The Dog Meows, the Cat Barks” by Eka Kurniawan



    IDWRITERS / Story
    Apr 05, 2026

    Framing the Visual: How IDWRITERS Categorizes Illustrated Literature



    Khaosod English / As Seen On
    Apr 03, 2026

    Seven Asian writers gather at Khaosod ahead of Chommanard award



    Jakarta Post / What Media Says
    Mar 26, 2026

    The more Indonesian her stories are, the further they travel



    IDWRITERS / Story
    Mar 25, 2026

    Effington & The Art of the Pocketbook



    Variety / All Things Books
    Mar 17, 2026

    Indonesian Horror Franchise Finale ‘Danur: The Last Chapter’ Lands at EST N8 for Worldwide Sales (EXCLUSIVE)



    RRI / All Things Books
    Mar 16, 2026

    Gadis Kretek Strengthens Indonesia–Korea Cultural Diplomacy



    International Examiner / All Things Books
    Mar 16, 2026

    In Felix Nesi’s debut novel, residents of West Timor grapple with violence, religious and political power, and inner turmoil



    IDWRITERS / Story
    Mar 08, 2026

    International Women’s Day: How are we to celebrate?



    RRI / All Things Books
    Mar 05, 2026

    “Bumi Manusia Extended” Premieres as Immersive 6-Part Series



    Musotrees / What Media Says
    Mar 02, 2026

    Tracing the In-Between: A Conversation with Dias Novita Wuri



    Asian Review of Books / All Things Books
    Feb 24, 2026

    Delay: A Comics Anthology, edited by Charis Loke and Paolo Chikiamco



    Kirkus Reviews / All Things Books
    Feb 15, 2026

    THE DOG MEOWS, THE CAT BARKS



    IDWRITERS / Story
    Feb 10, 2026

    Colonialism, Unfinished



    Khan / All Things Books
    Feb 09, 2026

    HanseYes24 Cultural Foundation publishes the original novel behind the hit Netflix title, ‘Cigarette Girl’



    IDWRITERS / Story
    Feb 07, 2026

    The Impossible Return: Reading Memory, Displacement, and Survival in Isna Marifa’s Mountains More Ancient



    IDWRITERS / Story
    Feb 04, 2026

    Of Kamboja & Butterflies



    IDWRITERS / Story
    Jan 31, 2026

    Different Reasons for Marginalizing Women



    Jakarta Post / All Things Books
    Jan 23, 2026

    ‘Perahu Kertas’: Sailing dreams from page to stage



    IDWRITERS / Story
    Jan 20, 2026

    Behind My Silence



    Michigan Daily / All Things Books
    Jan 11, 2026

    ‘Next Time Will Be Our Turn’ explores love, loss and loyalty



    Personal Blog / All Things Books
    Jan 10, 2026

    What could be more terrifying than a devil who speaks the truth?



    Literary Hub / What Media Says
    Jan 08, 2026

    Announcing the 2026 class of Periplus fellows!



    Literary Hub / All Things Books
    Jan 06, 2026

    Lit Hub’s Most Anticipated Books of 2026



    IDWRITERS / Story
    Jan 01, 2026

    2025 Headliners: In Case You Missed It



    Clarkesworld / Writing
    Jan 01, 2026

    The Desolate Order of the Head in the Water



    IDWRITERS / Story
    Dec 28, 2025

    This is IDWRITERS, speaking through its stats: Top Pages & Searches 2025



    The Brussels Review / What Media Says
    Dec 25, 2025

    Lia Tjokro | TBR Winter 2025



    The Brussels Review / Writing
    Dec 25, 2025

    The Caretaker of Tears



    Porch Litmag / Writing
    Dec 24, 2025

    A House That Waited



    Kompas.id / All Things Books
    Dec 16, 2025

    “Off the Radar,” an Oasis for Adventure Book Lovers



    Eksentrika / As Seen On
    Dec 10, 2025

    GTLF 2025: Palestinian Poetry, Indie Bookshops And The Truth



    Personal Blog / All Things Books
    Dec 09, 2025

    Malam Seribu Jahanam



    Asian Movie Pulse / All Things Books
    Dec 05, 2025

    Kamila Andini Expands Creative Horizons With New Feature and Major Netflix Adaptation



    Kompas.id / All Things Books
    Dec 04, 2025

    What Indonesian Films to Watch in 2026?



    RRI / All Things Books
    Dec 03, 2025

    Netflix to Adapt Three Dee Lestari Novels into Original Series

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