Mirror is a monumental achievement—a rare fusion of tradition and modernity, personal pain and universal inquiry, sound and silence.

J. M. Lee’s Artificial Truth is not just a novel; it is a profound clarion call to cherish the untidy, fragile beauty of human life before it is subsumed by the cold perfection of artificial minds.

A River of Blood is an extraordinary journey into a past both alien and intimately familiar—a tale where intellect, faith, and power collide spectacularly, demanding of its readers both awe and reflection.

Fox’s narrative is a masterwork of stylistic dexterity and intellectual rigor. It plunges us into the murky, luminous heart of change—the kind that fractures and remakes, that wounds and heals, that challenges the limits of identity itself.

In this insightful conversation, Edward McPherson discusses his book Look Out, exploring humanity’s enduring fascination with perspective—from ancient aerial views to modern satellite imagery. Reflecting on history, technology, and the sublime, McPherson examines how the long view shapes our understanding of the world, memory, and power. Together, we delve into how seeing from above reveals both awe-inspiring clarity and profound ethical challenges in today’s complex landscap

During our conversation, we delved into his latest work, Illuminating Worlds: An Anthology of Classical Indian Literature (Bloomsbury, 2024), his childhood experiences, and his enduring passion for learning. Reddy also shared his thoughts on the ongoing relevance of Sanskrit, not just as a classical language but as a living art form that continues to shape Indian aesthetics and culture today.

For anyone captivated by the intersections of history, technology, and power — or simply fascinated by what it means to see and understand — Look Out promises to be a profoundly illuminating read.

As is often the case with books that startle us, arousing a sense of unease as they kiss or caress us, Mayo is a work that we cannot simply set aside after we read it for the first time.

In this insightful interview, Tony Huang sits down with Veronica Llorca-Smith, author of the compelling memoir The Flight Home. Veronica shares her extraordinary journey of navigating frequent relocations across continents, reclaiming identity beyond borders, and finding resilience amid the challenges of the global pandemic. Together, they explore themes of home, language, personal growth, and the transformative power of storytelling.

This volume is a compelling read for anyone seeking not only to understand a crucial epoch in history but also to reflect on the enduring power of faith and the universal human struggle to focus on what truly matters.

This is not your average detective story. Levis seizes the crime novel template and shatters it, presenting us instead with a bruising meditation on memory, loss, and the fraught machinery of justice.

As I was working on Blowfish, the “meaning” I was interested in, as in the emotion that would remain with the reader, was the idea expressed by the sentence “I need to live longer,” or perhaps the sentence “I should try to live longer.” Because you really don’t know what is going to unfold in your life.

In My Father Is Police Lah!, Rowena Hawkins crafts a deeply personal memoir that transcends generations. It is a testament to the resilience of her family and the enduring spirit of a society in flux. Readers will emerge with not just knowledge of Singapore’s colonial past, but a profound appreciation for the intricate stories that shape our understanding of history and identity.

The house in The Staircase in the Woods is the ultimate castle of loneliness, seductive in its brutal, all-consuming attention. In casting each of the four friends in their own spotlight, though, it sparks a catalyst of understanding.

Into the Mountains is not merely a travelogue; it is a heartfelt exploration of how ancient wisdom continues to inform contemporary existence.

Through the eloquent translation of Chi-Young Kim, Blowfish is more than a novel; it is an immersion into the luminous stillness of profound human experience. Kyung-Ran Jo invites us to navigate the depths of our vulnerabilities, examine the often-unspoken language of our connections and disconnections, and ultimately find fragile beauty within the weight of existence.

Shoot, Ask... and Run! is more than a memoir; it is a lens into a volatile era, a meditation on identity, and a parable of resilience.

Nathalí, the Rainbow Warrior is an essential read for those who yearn to expand their understanding of existence and explore the boundless horizons of inner and outer realities.

Morton’s The Coffee Shop Masquerade is a work that entertains, challenges, and ultimately affirms the beauty of our common human experience.

This interview explores the depth and complexity of Ostlund’s work, from her novelistic short stories to her exploration of various themes.