Yogyakarta, as the City of Literature, boasts a rich history, an active literary community, a supportive environment for creativity, and the community's support. The city is the birthplace of superb literary works and a center for developing Indonesian literature. One literary event that has … [Read more...]
Remembering Pramoedya Ananta Toer, Celebrating 100 Years of Literary Legacy
February 8, 2025 by
This year's centennial celebration, themed "100 Years of Pram: Living in Persecution," honors the writer's enduring legacy, as quoted by rri.co.id. A Literary Life Forged in Struggle Pramoedya, the eldest of nine children, was born on February 6, 1925, in Blora, Central Java. His father, M. … [Read more...]
Reflections of the Feminist Movement on the Rejection of JILF: “Who Do We Work With?”
February 1, 2025 by
Intan Paramaditha and Trend Asia have simultaneously announced their withdrawal from organizing the 2024 Jakarta International Literary Festival (JILF). JILF is considered not taking a firm stance against pro-genocide sponsors in Gaza, Palestine. — The 2024 Jakarta International Literary … [Read more...]
2 Netflix adaptations and a classic title: 9 translated books to read in 2025
January 11, 2025 by
Books written in English have an advantage over those written in the vernacular. With English being one of the most widely spoken and understood languages in the world, books written in English capture worldwide readership. There are stories, however, that their authors feel are better told and … [Read more...]
Why Jakarta Needs Art Communities, with Ayu Utami of Salihara Art Centre
January 11, 2025 by
What does Jakarta need to do in order to be recognised as a cultural city? In this opinion series, NOW! Jakarta hears from the leaders of the city’s artistic institutions to gain insight into fostering and developing specific areas of culture. Ayu Utami of Salihara Art Centre talks to us about art … [Read more...]
