In times when you literally cannot go anywhere beyond the confines of your house, reading has become a means of escapism for many people. Speaking of reading, we will soon celebrate the annual World Book Day on April 23, which aims "to promote the enjoyment of books and reading". According to … [Read more...]
The Best Books of 2020 (So Far)
The last Roaring Twenties gave us Agatha Christie's first novel, Virginia Woolf's first best-seller, and a little novel called The Great Gatsby. With the books on this list, it seems 2020 will kick off a decade in literature that's just as spectacular. Who knows which entries here will make it … [Read more...]
Traveling To Indonesia? These 5 Books On Indonesia Will Take You Right There
Due to our busy work schedules, we cannot travel to several countries that we have on our bucket list. Indonesia is one country that is on everyone's bucket list for its rich culture and beautiful locales. However, books can also help people in exploring countries and cultures well. Therefore, here … [Read more...]
These Tar Heels didn’t wait to graduate UNC to become published authors
UNC is no stranger to students with literary prowess — just look at former Daily Tar Heel editor Thomas Wolfe, who wrote several books including the notable “Look Homeward, Angel.” But current students are also creating their own attempts at the great American novel. "Fragmented … [Read more...]
10 books by brilliant women around the world
Good books need no borders! To celebrate International Women’s Day, Sarra Manning selects ten books by awesome women from around the world. APPLE & KNIFE BY INTAN PARAMADITHA Apple and Knife With the spotlight on Indonesian literature at this year’s London Book Fair, Apple And Knife is … [Read more...]