The fourth edition of Anankes annual Women in Literature Festival 2024 will officially open its digital doors on April 23rd; unwrapping a plethora of conversations that spark impact and mobilize change. The festival aims to initiate conversations and dialogue that give rise to positive narratives. The digital festival is a flagship event of Anankes Women...
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Ode to Mother Muse
Mother Muse Quintet, by Naveen Kishore is published by Speaking Tiger and is available here. For more buying options, check out Amazon and Seagull Books. Approaching works of Naveen Kishore for me is an endeavor of immense reflection as are his conversations always! It is a process first read first layer ...
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Publishers Conference Highlights Role of Global Industry on the Footsteps of History, Intersecting Tradition, Innovation
The Emirate of Sharjah, UAE, welcomed an incredible assembly of global publishing industry experts, literary agents and thought leaders during the three-day event: The Publishers Conference. The 13th edition of the conference offered a unique space for professionals across the publishing landscape to not just examine some of the most significant industry challenges; but also...
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Deconstructing Barbenheimer
Warning: Spoilers ahead for a host of movies and TV series Barbie, Oppenheimer and Game of Thrones. Tread with caution! Today, I watched/heard a most stirring speech and it almost made me shed a tear well, almost! It goes like this: It is literally impossible to be a woman. You are so...
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The Barbie impact: Is life in plastic really fantastic?
August 8th, 2023 (Dubai, UAE): Embarking on its highly anticipated debut across the UAE, The Barbie movie sparks a thought-provoking query: How have Barbie dolls influenced our identities and perceptions of others? Beyond their role as playthings, Barbie stands as a symbol of boundless imagination, embodying not only beauty and fashion but also the cherished...
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On the human demand for creative expression and literary compassion
Jayson Iwen is the author of Six Trips in Two Directions, A Momentary Jokebook, Gnarly Wounds, and Roze & Blud, which won the 2020 Miller Williams Poetry Prize. He is a professor of writing and English literature at The University of WisconsinSuperior. (Source: Seagull Books) Please share what inspired you to write Roze & Blud. I was inspired by the...
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On Linguistic Coloniality, Hegemony And Exploring Literary Traditions Through Translation
You transform Sufi poet Amir Khusros dastan The Tale of Four Dervishes into a surreal and fantastical novel. What inspired you to do this? I grew up reading tales similar to Amir Khusros dastan, of wandering fakirs, lost princes and talking animals. I have fond memories of the magical worlds they introduce me to. Dastan...
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On Literary Culture And Democratizing Access
[Founded in 2004 with an alternative publishing vision, Yoda Press aims to create lists around subjects which are not usually a priority for other publishers in India, even though they have a critical presence in contemporary discourse, authorship and an audience. Yoda Press is known for publishing on subjects such as sexuality, popular culture, cities...
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On Social Justice And Recognizing Womens Lived Experiences
What inspired you to pursue a career in journalism and focus on international reporting? I have always been passionate about social justice and women’s rights. After graduating with a degree in English, I enrolled in a Master’s program. However, I soon realized that academia wasn’t for me. I wanted to be out there telling stories,...
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Dubai based author & First Chapter ELF Seddiqi Writers fellow Sara Hamdan wins major books deal with big 5 US publisher
June 15th, 2023 (Dubai, UAE): Dubai-based author Sara Hamdan has achieved a regional first in publishing: Her debut novel, What Will People Think?, got snapped up in a major two-book deal with US publisher Holt following a highly competitive auction. Holt is the prestigious publisher of literary giants including Hilary Mantel, Toni Morrison and Liane...