Home | Writers | Headlines | Writer Spotlights | Contributing Authors

If you are a writer yourself, join our growing literary network. Be seen. Be read. Get listed today!
A  B  C  D  E  F  G  H  I  J  K  L  M  N  O  P  Q  R  S  T  U  V  W  X  Y  Z

These Tar Heels didn’t wait to graduate UNC to become published authors

Book Chronicles / PIcks


In this article:
Enchanting Tales From Indonesia


Written by Suzanne Blake, originally published in Daily Tar Heel

Mar 02, 2020

First-year Andari Deswandhy also had a mission when she published her children’s book, “Enchanting Tales from Indonesia.” After experiencing a disconnect with her Indonesian culture as an international high school student, she sought to write a book connecting with her heritage. She also wanted to provide Indonesian students who are learning English stories that they would be comfortable with. Growing up, Deswandhy said she was always called to creative writing, journaling every time she and her family went on a vacation. “Enchanting Tales from Indonesia” was the manifestation of her experiences from adapting to boarding school and a way to fight against her feeling out of touch with her culture. The book is a collection of traditional Indonesian folklore stories written in English, which Deswandhy said she was never able to find before.



Read the full article here.


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

Ready to explore our writer's directory? It’s not just a cool space for writers to connect—it's the ultimate toolkit for event hosts, lit organizers, librarians, book nerds, and anyone curious about Indonesian writers. Think of it as the cozy home for Indonesian writers, breaking language barriers and opening up our literary scene to the world. Read more!

Got questions, comments, or contributions? Reach out via email, or say hi on X, Facebook, Instagram, or through our contact form.

You cannot copy content of this page