Home | Writers | Headlines | Writer Spotlights | Contributing Authors
If you are a writer yourself, help us grow the database? Get listed! — 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

Indian Printer and Publisher / As Seen On
Mar 12, 2025

Jakarta Post / What Media Says
Feb 11, 2025

Taufiq Ismail

Writer



An Indonesian poet and activist. Ismail figured prominently in Indonesian literature of the post- Sukarno period and is considered one of the pioneers of the “Generation of ’66”. He completed his education at the University of Indonesia. Before becoming active as a writer, he taught at the Institut Pertanian Bogor. In 1963, he signed the “Cultural Manifesto”; a document that opposed linking art to politics. This cost him his teaching position at the Institut.1


  1. Poetry Soup 


In the Headlines


Jakarta event highlights Palestinian poems

Jakarta Post / As Seen On
Aug 25, 2017

Indonesian literature stars in the making

Jakarta Post / As Seen On
Oct 18, 2015

A many-headed machine

Inside Indonesia / As Seen On
Jul 17, 2015


At a Glance

As of now, our resource library is a powerhouse: 603 writers, 836 books from 259 publishers, 786 contributing authors, and a total of 1167 pieces—395 news coverages, 230 clippings, and 542 book reviews. We've sourced from 368 distinct outlets to enrich our content. Add 81 translated works and 58 handpicked standout resources, and you've got a snapshot of our dedication to cultivating a vibrant literary landscape.

About Us

Ready to dive into the magic of our writer's directory? It's not just a cool space for writers to connect; it's like the ultimate toolkit for event hosts, lit organizers, artsy souls, librarians, book nerds, and everyone curious about Indonesian writers. Think of it as the cozy HOME for INDONESIAN WRITERS, where we're on a mission to smash those pesky language barriers holding back Indonesian books and lit from taking over the world. Read more!

Got burning questions, awesome comments, juicy articles, or just some cool info to drop? We're all ears! Shoot us an email, give us a shout on X, Facebook, or Instagram, or hit us up using the contact form. Let's make this a conversation!








You cannot copy content of this page