Literature News Monitoring

Book review: Landfall

The recent deluge of Australian crime fiction, driven by the success of authors like Jane Harper, Chris Hammer and Michael Robotham, has let loose novels of varying quality but there are signs the market is maturing. Long-standing quality crime writers …

Haibara's Teenage New Game+ Novels Have Anime in the Works

Series inspired vertical comic adaptation June 2023 The official X (formerly Twitter) account for Hobby Japan's HJ Bunko imprint announced on Tuesday that Kazuki Amamiya's Haibara's Teenage New Game+ (Haibara-kun no Tsuyokute Seishun New Game) …

When 'Plum Rain' falls: A German novelist's love letter to Taiwan

By Chao Yen-hsiang, CNA staff writer "I would say 'Plum Rain' ('Pflaumenregen') is my love letter to Taiwan," said German novelist Stephan Thome, whose works have been shortlisted for the German Book Prize three times. In early …

The Dark Poetry of the Bezos Wedding

The Gritti Palace was built in Venice in 1475, with no expense spared. Its chandeliers are made of handblown Murano glass, its bathrooms of polychrome Italian marble. Its terrace looks out over the Grand Canal onto a domed basilica. For years, it was home …

Writing Australia: can the new national literature body make a real difference for authors?

Writing Australia, Creative Australia’s new literature body, launches today, bringing the history of Australian cultural policy full circle: writers were the first artists in Australia to receive government support and Writing Australia represents a …

Book review: Twisting tale of controversey in the world of science

Delving into the heart of DNA discovery. The Double Helix Like many of their colleagues, the physicists Francis Crick and Maurice Wilkins were disgusted by their subject’s contribution to human misery during the Second World War. Turning to biology, they, …

Book Review | Chokepoints 

Chokepoints by Edward Fishman explores how the US leverages control over financial, technological, and maritime infrastructure through invisible “chokepoints” to increase its global power. Though limited to the US perspective, this is a substantial, policy …

Plumbing The Profound With Perspicacious Poetics (Book Review)

(MENAFN- IANS) New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) "Through smog and soot and horrid dust,/You will have to endure/To make a wage..." This verse can evoke a more eloquent exposition of our polluted urban agglomerations and the imperative to brave …

Smithfield’s Mitch Simmons publishes poetry, essays in ‘Ramblings of an Old Man’

Smithfield’s Mitch Simmons publishes poetry, essays in ‘Ramblings of an Old Man’ Published 5:33 pm Monday, June 30, 2025 Newly published author Mitch Simmons is likely a familiar name to frequent readers of The Smithfield Times’ opinion page. He’s a …

Williamsburg poetry team wins big in state and nationwide poetry slams

Literature as anchor: Scott Sedrakyan on Saroyan, hope and conflict

Home | All news | Analytics | Literature as anchor: Scott Sedrakyan on Saroyan, hope and conflict In a region rocked by war, chaos, and uncertainty — can literature offer an anchor and hope? As tensions rise from Iran to Israel, Scott Sedrakyan joins Voice …

Book review: Fallout by Lesley Parr

Fallout, Lesley Parr, Bloomsbury We continue our reviews of books shortlisted for this year’s Wales Book of the Year award. Fallout is one of 12 English language books shortlisted for the 2025 Wales Book of the Year. You can vote for this year’s People’s …

Sir Alan Ayckbourn Joins Line-Up For Inaugural Whitby Literature Festival

arts Sir Alan Ayckbourn Photo: Tony Bartholomew Sir Alan Ayckbourn, one of Britain’s most celebrated playwrights, will feature at the inaugural Whitby Lit Fest. The award-winning playwright joins the festival’s headline authors already announced, the …

Christian Leithart: Do yourself a favor and memorize a poem

Several times a year I require my students to memorize a poem. Sometimes I choose for them (say, “Death Be Not Proud,” by John Donne). Sometimes I hand them an anthology and let them choose. I don't explain rhyme scheme or poetic devices. I only ask …

Vermilion Poetry Society to host slam contest at boat club

The Vermilion Poetry Society has announced that it will host its first Poetry Slam Contest, according to a news release. The event will take place July 24 at the Vermilion Boat Club, at 5416 Liberty Ave. in Vermilion. This exciting literary evening is open …

Williamsburg poetry team wins big in state and nationwide poetry slams

<p>WILLIAMSBURG — A Williamsburg slam poetry team recently took first in a state slam poetry event, and then went on to place in the top 10 in the nation.</p> <p>Williamsburg&#8217;s Slam Connection was one of six teams that …

Rory Culkin Joins Apple Series Based On Lars Kepler Crime Novels

EXCLUSIVE: Rory Culkin (Black Mirror, Under the Banner of Heaven) has been cast in Apple and A+E Studios‘ as-yet-untitled series based on the bestselling crime novels by Lars Kepler. He joins the previously announced series regular stars, Liev Schreiber,  …

Poetic License: ‘Poem to myself, watching myself trying to write a poem about myself …’

Why don’t you start By getting out of your own way, By not stumbling over every foot. Cut out the word play And come on out to real play! Stop ironing out every irony. Stop posing paradoxes like full professors, Eliminate the alliteration And forget or …

Poetry, art invite sacred reflection

Earlier this year, to commemorate the 500th anniversary of Anabaptism, MennoMedia published the Anabap­tist Community Bible. Not a new translation, this was rather an experiment in communal hermeneutics, putting scripture into conversation with scholarly …

NEXCOM’s FTA 5190 AI Server Powers Enterprise Cybersecurity at the Edge

Next Evolution in Edge Computing Infrastructure Combines Power, Connectivity, and Built-in Intelligence in a Compact Design FREMONT, CA, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NEXCOM, a leading global supplier of network appliances, …

Bloomberg News Ranks Jason Schenker #1 Major Currency Forecaster in the World

Bloomberg News Ranked Jason Schenker the #1 Top Foreign Exchange Major Currency Forecaster in the World Through the End of Q2 2025 NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Prestige Economics is pleased to announce that …

Team Wildfire Unveils Next-Gen Wildfire Protection Tech at Scott Air Force Base

BOULDER, CO, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Team Wildfire, a pioneer in rapid-response fire control technology, announces a significant demonstration of its groundbreaking “Hurricane” and “Storm Cell” units at Scott Air Force …

Information Unlimited, Inc. (IUI) Showcases Industry-Leading IT Transformation and Data Analytics Capabilities

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Information Unlimited, Inc. (IUI), a HUBZone-certified management and technology consultancy, continues to solidify its reputation as a trusted leader in IT transformation, data science, …

LAUNCH Names David Campbell Chief Operating Officer and Establishes Operations Excellence Team

OAK BROOK, IL, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- LAUNCH is pleased to announce that David (Dave) Campbell has been appointed Chief Operating Officer, effective July 15, 2025. This strategic addition to the leadership team reflects …

When Technology Flies with a Heart: DFS AI Takes Off from Sardinia to Watch Over the Mediterranean

Born in Sardinia, ready for the world. A custom AI-powered drone that thinks, decides, and acts. The future of emergency response is airborne. MILANO, MI, ITALY, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a time when climate threats are growing …

NVBDC Launches Export Webinar to Help Veteran-Owned Businesses Go Global

DETROIT, MI, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For many veteran-owned businesses, success at home is just the beginning. With nearly 96% of the world’s consumers living outside the United States, international markets offer an …

VETCOMM US Reaches 10K YouTube Subscribers Within 90 Days of Launching New Series

‘VetComm News’ Drives Rapid Growth by Delivering Timely Updates, Advocacy and Benefits Guidance for Veterans SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- VETCOMM US, an organization specializing in helping veterans …

Strengthening Ukraine Through the CFC: Volunteers for Ukraine Joins 2025 Campaign

VfU’s programs deliver critical survival, medical, and mental health support. PHILADELPHIA , PA, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Volunteers for Ukraine (VfU), a U.S.-based nonprofit dedicated to supporting Ukraine's …

Hundreds of Athletes with Disabilities from Across the US Compete at The Hartford Nationals in Grand Rapids, July 11-17

Paralympic gold medalist and wheelchair basketball player Matt Scott to surprise local athletes with custom-fit adaptive sports equipment GRAND RAPIDS, MI, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Hartford Nationals conducted by …

National Museum of the Surface Navy Announces 2025 Freedom of the Seas Award Recipients

SAN PEDRO, CA, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Museum of the Surface Navy, founded aboard Battleship IOWA and scheduled to open in 2026, today announced the recipients of the 2025 Freedom of the Seas award honors. …

New Logo For 32 Year Fitness Industry Certification Organization

Thirty two years ago W.I.T.S., the World Instructor Training Schools, partnered with colleges and universities to bring a health occupation apporach to fitness. VIRGINIA BEACH, VA, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- After 32 Years …

Cole Engineering Awarded $62M U.S. Army Production Contract for Next-Generation Stinger Training System

CESI is closing the gap in live force-on-force training with innovative Live Training solutions. ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cole Engineering Services, Inc. (CESI), a By Light Company, has been awarded a $62 million …

ThermaGel Innovations Expands Military Collaboration and Launches EmberX Battery Safety Solution

In collaboration with the U.S. Navy Research Lab, our revolutionary materials showcase exceptional fire resistance, thermal regulation, and adaptability. RICHMOND, VA, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ThermaGel Innovations, a …

Caretech Acquires Wyoming’s Trusted Quality Home Health Care

Family-oriented companies unite to bring expanded services, skilled care, and heartfelt support across rural communities OMAHA, NE, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Caretech, a family-owned, mission-driven home care provider …

Submarine Market Size, Share, Industry Growth, Trends and Top Key Players, 2022-2031

The market is expanding rapidly due to factors such as expansion of Chinese naval capacities and surge in defense spending allocation toward naval activities. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Submarine Market …

New GARDCO RTM Digital Micrometer

Optimal Tool for Measuring Replica Tape COLUMBIA, MD, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Paul N. Gardner USA (GARDCO) – worldwide distributors, producers, and designers of quality physical and inspection instruments for the paint, …

Warriors Heart announces Freedom from Addiction Celebration in sync with Independence Day and Month

In sync with Independence Month, Warriors Heart announces a Freedom from Addiction celebration for military, veterans and first responders. SAN ANTONIO, TX, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In sync with the July 4th Independence …

Imperial Advisory Acquires 'CFO4VETS' To Provide Fractional CFO Services to Veteran-Owned Businesses

WEST HEMPSTEAD, NY, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Imperial Advisory, a fractional CFO and C-suite advisory firm, and CFO4Vets, a veteran-owned CFO services firm targeting the veteran community, today announced that Imperial …

Soldier Next Door Clears the Path to Homeownership for U.S. Veterans with Zero Down Payment and Grants for Closing Costs

Innovative program removes red tape and adds real savings for veteran and military families. TAMPA BAY, FL, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In an era where housing affordability is a growing concern for military families and …