What's up in Literature

Stories

Omid by Farānak Kalīmanī

Discover the heartwarming journey of Omid, a young boy confined to a wheelchair, who finds hope and joy through painting after hearing an inspiring story from his mother. This touching tale highlights the transformative power of optimism and resilience.

Who Killed Kurt? By Beniamin Yazdani

Explore Beniamin Yazdani's captivating story, where the mysteries of life and the legacies of Kurt Cobain and David Bowie intertwine. Engage with a narrative that challenges you to reflect on choices, life, and death, pushing the genre's conventional boundaries.

Surreal short stories by Arvin Abadi

Explore the unique narrative styles of three short stories: "Love" with its raw, confessional realism, and "Artificial Leaf" offering philosophical reflections. Discover how each story delves into themes of human connection, existential pondering, and dark intrigue through vivid storytelling and rich symbolism.

The Strange Repetition of Immobility

In 'The Strange Repetition of Immobility,' explore a tense, symbolic standoff between a samurai and a Ronin, set in a vividly contrasting landscape. Experience their dramatic duel and inner journeys in this captivating narrative

The Balcony is Deserted by Arvin Abadi

Explore the haunting narrative "The Balcony is Deserted": by Arvin Abadi, a gripping tale of disparate lives intersecting on the balconies of a dark building, each scene revealing pain, conflict, and inner turmoil.

Poetry

Poems by Zeynab Saber

Explore the captivating poetry of Zeynab Saber, where each verse unveils profound reflections on life, love, and introspection. Through vivid imagery and emotive storytelling, Saber's poems navigate themes of longing, identity, and the complexities of human relationships.

Unveiling Scars: Shazia Sadiqah's Exploration of Womanhood, Society, and Courage

In the vibrant tapestry of Jakarta's cultural milieu, Shazia Sadiqah, or Kinkowski, emerges not just as an artist and poet but as a vanguard of womanhood. Drawing inspiration from personal experiences, shared histories, and the silent murmurs of countless women, her work is both a clarion call and a gentle embrace.

Discussions

"The Absurd Dance of Life and Choices": A Dive into "Martha and the Blue Tiger" by Alla Kudziieva

Alla Kudziieva’s short story, "Martha and the Blue Tiger", is nothing short of a kaleidoscope, bursting with colors of emotions, human psyche, and societal dynamics. Kudziieva, who was once enraptured by the ethereal world of circus flying acrobatics, pours this airborne aesthetic into her literary works

The Syntactical Aspect of A Haunted House by Virginia Woolf

Delve into Sousan Qadeer's insightful analysis of Virginia Woolf's "A Haunted House," as she explores the intricate interplay between reality and dreams, inviting readers to confront the unsettling uncertainty that lies at the heart of the narrative. Discover how Woolf's masterful storytelling blurs the lines between the supernatural and the rational, leaving readers captivated and questioning the nature of existence itself.