Tell-all book by Trump niece to be released next week
- by Associated Press
A tell-all book by President Donald Trump’s niece that has been the subject of a legal battle will be released next week. ...
Literature
Book delayed by lockdown hits the stands
- by Republica
“Parityekta” is a work of fiction, written in the first person’s stream-of-consciousness narrative. The story unravels the internal landscape of a woman, who branching out into many roles of daughter, beloved, wife and mother, nevertheless...
Nepa-laya’s first primary e-book, Arthat Pariwartan released
- by Republica
The book authored by Economic Analyst Sujeev Shakya, titled Arthat Pariwartan will be Nepa-laya’s first title to be released primarily as an e-book. ...
JK Rowling’s tweets on transgender people spark outrage
- by Associated Press
“Harry Potter” author J.K. Rowling is facing hefty backlash after she posted a series of tweets about transgender people. ...
Books about racial discrimination become best-sellers as U.S. protests grow
- by Reuters
From “White Fragility” to “The New Jim Crow,” literature about the history of racial discrimination in the United States is selling out as white Americans seek to educate themselves as nationwide protests grow over the...
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New ‘Hunger Games’ book sells more than 500,000 copies
- by Associated Press
A decade after the “Hunger Games” series had apparently ended, readers were clearly ready for more.
JK Rowling publishes first chapters of new story online
- by Associated Press
J.K. Rowling is publishing a new story called “The Ickabog,” which will be free to read online to help entertain children and families stuck at home during the coronavirus pandemic.
The promotion will be virtual for new “Hunger Games” novel
- by Associated Press
When Suzanne Collins’ “Mockingjay” was published a decade ago, Books of Wonder owner Peter Glassman put on a show: a late-night celebration for hundreds at his Manhattan store, with jugglers, costumes, a trivia wheel, cupcakes with the “Mockingjay” logo and a rare public reading from Collins herself.
Obamas, Oprah join Chicago project reading to kids online
- by Associated Press
Barack and Michelle Obama and Oprah Winfrey have joined the ranks of famous Chicagoans who are reading children’s books in videos posted online by the Chicago Public Library to engage families during the coronavirus pandemic.
Online live story reading time for kids
- by Republica
Are you worried that your children are getting bored and kind of depressed due to the current lock down situation? Then, how about letting your kids listen to fun stories online, where professionals such as teachers, writers, journalists and more come live on Storytime in Nepal's Facebook page at 3 pm.
Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?' revival closes due to coronavirus shutdown
- by Agencies
"Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?" is the second stage production after Martin McDonagh's "Hangmen" that won't be returning on Broadway when it reopens post the coronavirus outbreak.
Junkiri for all, spreading knowledge on feminism
- by Sangita Shrestha
There were days when small kids used to follow fireflies and get mesmerized by their twinkling light. However, due to urbanization and light pollution, it is a rare sight to find fireflies flying freely in the city. No matter how tiny they are, fireflies always illuminate light on their path and created a delight in the environment.
Durga Karki’s first book ‘Kumari Prasanaharu’ launched
- by Republica
Novice author Durga Karki has launched her first book ‘Kumari Prasanaharu’ at ‘R’ Sala, Kalikasthan on Friday. The United Kingdom's Ambassador to Nepal Nicola Pollitt, journalist Amit Dhakal and author herself jointly launched the book.
World Nepali Literature Festival to be held in Dhangadhi
- by RSS
The World Nepali Literature Festival is going to be held in Dhangadhi, the capital of Sudur Paschim State, from February 26 to March 3.
Police arrest students protesting against customs duty on imported books
- by Kiran Lama
Police arrested students during their protest at Singha Durbar, Kathmandu on Sunday afternoon.
‘Girls In Tech’ campaign launched in Province 2
- by Republica
There are not many women IT professionals in Nepal and the tech industry is currently dominated by men. Girls still encounter challenges in the industry.
Prashasti’s ‘Red Moon’ dealing with emotions
- by Republica
The book is a compilation of her thoughts written in verses that deal with various emotions like longing, stress, anxiety, etc that a teenager faces while growing up.
Women’s team to lead Publication Nepalaya
- by Republica
Publication Nepalaya starts 2020 with a new set of leadership. Both the executive positions linked to editorial and management is now to be headed by a capable women team. According to a press statement issued by Nepalaya management will be headed by Saijan Maskey and Editorial will be led by Bhushita Vasistha
I look at Mirza Ghalib's poetry very wonderfully: Javed Akhta
- by Agencies
Veteran lyricist and screenwriter Javed Akhtar recalled the work by legendary Urdu-Persian poet Mirza Ghalib, saying that the famous poet has not left any aspect of life and emotion which he has not mentioned in his poetry.
Author JK Rowling draws criticism for transgender comments
- by Associated Press
J K Rowling is facing widespread criticism from the transgender community and other activists after tweeting support for a researcher who lost her job for stating that people cannot change their biological sex.