The book combines the intrigue of a classic domestic suspense novel with a high level of psychological insight and skilful character development.

We generally use the same parts of the brain no matter the medium, with one crucial exception. And therein lies the rub.

One of my most vivid memories growing up was discovering the joys of reading during one train journey to Rajshahi, Muhammad Zafar Iqbal's novel of childhood adventures

Trigger Warning: This article mentions sexual and domestic abuse, trauma, and issues of mental health

These books explore the idea that books can be much more than just inanimate objects.

Since I did not have a busy itinerary on Eid days, books were my unwitting companions

Last week, one of Dhaka’s oldest bookstores announced that they will be closing shop after running for 60 years

For many of us, Nilkhet is a synonym for nostalgia. When we walk through the narrow maze of the book bazaar, where the smell of freshly printed pages fills up the air, we cannot help but admire this vibrant hub of literature. Nilkhet, a haven for book lovers, has every book one might look for. And if you are on a journey of self-growth, then this place will not disappoint you.

This book is a fantastic introduction to Haruki Murakami’s world of literature.

Though the month of Ramadan is nearing its end, it brings with it the glories of Eid celebrations, and the perfect time to shower loved ones with gifts.

These novels compel readers to be more curious and romanticise mundane prospects of life in the most sinister way. For someone who loves lush and descriptive prose, dark academia is timeless to me.

These books, among many others, can help readers feel the spirit of the Bangali new year in all its vibrant colours

Shorn of its sacred grandeur the Padma has embraced its secularised and earthier image with some muscularity, audacity and flair.

Through his simple and coherent scientific explanations for “supernatural” events such as the practice of witchcraft or the sanctity of religious sites, he challenged the dogmatic belief system which exists throughout much of South Asia.

Few experiences in life can prepare us to be more sensitive, more inclusive, and generally kinder human beings than reading.

No Longer Human is perhaps more relevant today than it has ever been.

This story, which originally began as a short story, features a headstrong heroine putting her desires above what society expects of her, in order to realise her destiny.

It is the story of young lovers, Kumaresan and Saroja, who get secretly married and run away to Kumaresan’s village to start a new life. Murugan has written before about the intricate tragedies of domestic life and how they bring about the worst of our community.

These are novels where the suspense is often drawn from the subtleties of character development, which become more evident as the story unfolds.

These books reflect a part of the world and culture in which we live.