Perhaps his most significant occupation was one as a diarist who took it upon himself to document his life as he moved through some of the most interesting scenes of human history.

The problem with Netflix’s adaptation of Persuasion is that it doesn't know what it wants to be.

I remember Ma through her books as well, the little of her thoughts and ideas that she could share with the young me then.

The book poses a number of questions: which factors have contributed to Bangladesh’s growth?

Poet Helal Hafeez has been admitted to the Combined Military Hospital (CMH) in the capital at 8 PM on Wednesday.

RM, leader of the popular K-pop band BTS, is not only a musician but also an avid reader.

It is a story of discomfort. Of calm, ruthless violence. A drag-your-hands-down-to-uncover-your-eyes gaze at the oblivion we practice not only during Eid holidays, but on any regular day in Bangladesh. 

How did I get here? Can I unleash the wee bookworm that could devour books back? 

Love Marriage (Simon & Schuster, 2022), Monica Ali’s latest novel, is set in contemporary London, and the city, along with its concurrent glory, glides in the background as a couple endeavours to bring their families together for their wedding.

“The process of translation is a rigorous delight. But the product? As a translator, you also always carry with you an anxious awareness of the ways in which you have fallen short. You have seen it, that, at least, you hope; but you have failed to carry it over.” - Tom Kuhn.

Monsoon is a season such that it is beautiful and miserable at the same time. Beautiful for the people who know and can feel the essence of raindrops, the wholesomeness of the misty weather and the rejoice in making memories under the gloomy skies. Miserable for those who are forced to go places by the flooded roads, for those with internal sorrows that comes to life as thunderstorms strike, and of course the underprivileged or victims of floods! And yet, monsoon nostalgia can be a book that holds our fondest memories. We all have our personal favourites when it comes to monsoon nostalgia moments. Here are the 5 most commonly loved and reminisced monsoon nostalgia moments.

Kafka’s world is chaotic. His stories, no matter how bizarre their plots, are always ones that we can connect to. 

 Nobody’s Children is a collection of “ten real stories” of homeless children living without any of the support or privilege we take for granted.

Sweet Bean Paste (2013) by Durian Sukegawa is a tale of friendship and redemption in an unforgiving society.

Sally Rooney is well known for transforming her novels into visually pleasing and satisfactory adaptations.

Being stuck at a traffic signal is not ideal, but it is a great opportunity to check out the various items being sold by street vendors. From refreshing beverages to the latest novels, there is a multitude of items one can buy while sitting in the annoying Dhaka traffic. Here are the top 5 things to buy while stuck in a traffic signal.

In most adaptations, the authors had a minimal role in the filmmaking.

Purposeless reading can bring you relaxation and comfort.

Mastura's penning is sincere. She crafts the details like a watchsmith, a representation of which could be found in the very first piece of the book, named "Feni".

Bangladesh War resembles a journalist's diary. Ghosh's tone is neither that of a critic nor a judge.