Khaled Khalifa (خالد خليفة) was a distinguished Syrian novelist, screenwriter, and poet who etched an indelible mark on the global literary landscape with his books. With a career decorated with…
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The Royal African Society‘s annual celebration of contemporary African and diaspora literature, Africa Writes, recently explored the theme of “Intangible Heritage” at the British Library. This vibrant literary festival, the…
A growing number of authors are discovering that their hard-earned literary works are being replicated by artificial intelligence (AI) and sold on the world’s largest e-commerce platform, Amazon. Writer and…
It’s hard to believe summer is over and we’re in the heart of autumn, and these books kept us warm. From historical retellings, research and fictions to modern day conspiracy…
In a frankly bizarre yet groundbreaking move, Meta has recently unveiled a revolutionary addition to its family of apps and devices – a cast of 28 unique artificial intelligences that…
US lawmakers’ resolutions proposal against book bans welcomed
In a critical bid to safeguard free expression and academic freedom within US public schools, Senator Brian Schatz and Representative Jamie Raskin have introduced companion resolutions in Congress, addressing the…
In a response to Iowa’s recent contentious legislation banning certain books from schools, several school districts in the state are taking proactive measures to protect themselves. Reports from the Des…
Debating celebrity ghostwriters: Should stars like Millie Bobby Brown use them? Explore the insights into this literary practice.
Florida school district ‘bans books with LGBTQ characters entirely’
Controversial ‘Don’t Say Gay’ law sparks books ban in Florida school district, raising questions about LGBTQ rights.
California book ban: state enacts sweeping legislation to end purge
California takes action against book ban censorship in the state, promoting inclusivity and diversity as Governor Newsom takes a stand.