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BBC One has released the first trailer for its adaptation of William Golding's classic 1954 novel Lord of the Flies. The miniseries, supported by the Golding family, aims to stay faithful to the original story of stranded boys descending into chaos. It is set to debut on February 8, 2026.

January 28, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

Amanda Romare's new novel 'Judas' has swiftly become the subject of a cultural debate, even before its full release. The book depicts a strained cohabitation in a gritty Malmö, touching on themes like choking during sex, Ozempic, and generational relationship issues. Critic Anna Hellsten defends it as a consistent generational novel.

Ethiopian-American novelist Dinaw Mengestu has been elected president of PEN America, a leading organization for literature and free expression. The election occurred on December 17, 2025, during the group's annual meeting.

January 11, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

'The Luminous Fairies and Mothra' has been translated into English for the first time, offering deeper insights into Japan's political context in the 1950s. The novel features Mothra, Japan's second-most famous monster after Godzilla, as a symbol for contemplating the era's concerns.

In a recent interview published by Addis Fortune, Ethiopian writer Hailemelekot Mewael discusses the purpose of his writing in relation to societal change.

December 30, 2025 Iniulat ng AI

Writer Jorge Eliécer Peña, along with editor Ana Patricia Collazos and journalist Ricardo Ayerbe, presented the novel 'A las tumbas de la eternidad' at the Teatro Teófilo Carvajal Polanía in Pitalito. The event drew literature enthusiasts from the region.