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• Poetry Sales Surge to Record Highs, Fueled by Homer and Social Media Poets publication

  In the UK, poetry is witnessing a significant revival both commercially and culturally, with sales expected to surpass £15 million and possibly reach £17 million, according to the…

• Lithium für die Energiewende: Warum grüner Kapitalismus neue Konflikte schafft publication

  Thea Riofrancos, a political scientist, has published a new book examining the contradictions of the green transition. In an interview with the German newspaper der Freitag, she…

• Caro Claire Burke's 'Yesteryear' Becomes Bestseller, Sparks Cultural Debate publication

  Caro Claire Burke's debut novel 'Yesteryear' has become a literary phenomenon, selling 1.4 million copies and spending 17 weeks on the New York Times bestseller list, peaking at…

• Wallpaper* September Style Issue Cover Shoot: Fashion's Transformative Power publication

  The September 2026 Style Issue of Wallpaper* features a cover shoot inspired by the transformative themes of the A/W 2026 fashion season, particularly Matthieu Blazy's Chanel…

• Romuald Gadegbeku's Debut Novel 'Les Gréveuses' Chronicles Paris Hotel Workers' Strike publication

  Romuald Gadegbeku, a French journalist of Togolese descent, published his debut novel 'Les Gréveuses' in October 2025 with Éditions Grasset. The novel, set in contemporary France,…

• Lily King's 'Herz König' Named Book of the Week publication

  Lily King's novel 'Herz König' has been selected as the book of the week by Kulturnews, and it also made the list of best books for August 2026. The story follows Casey, who meets…

• Revue Esprit's Summer Issue Explores the New Sentimental Love publication

  The July-August 2026 edition of the French magazine Esprit, titled 'Le nouveau sentiment amoureux' (The New Sentimental Love), was curated by philosopher Camille Riquier alongside…

• Urs Zürcher's Novel 'Verschwinden' Revisits 1989 Chur Arson Attack publication

  Swiss author Urs Zürcher's latest novel, 'Verschwinden' (Disappear), published by Bilgerverlag (320 pages), investigates the radicalization of individuals through the lens of a…

• Elena Fischer's New Novel 'Wirf einen Schatten' Explores Suicide, Love, and Redemption publication

  Elena Fischer, known for her debut novel 'Paradise Garden', has released a new novel titled 'Wirf einen Schatten' (Throw a Shadow), published by Diogenes in 2026, spanning 304…

• Fruttero & Lucentini: A Nocturnal Comeback publication

  In a recent piece for doppiozero, Michele Farina reflects on the enduring legacy of the Italian writing duo Fruttero & Lucentini (F&L), whose collaborative works have left a…

• Etéreo Zine M / Martins Estúdio Editorial Layout Showcases Sophisticated Typography publication

  The etéreo zine, a publication by M / Martins Estúdio, exemplifies sophisticated and structured typographical layouts, as featured on the design platform Abduzeedo. The editorial…

• Steampunk: A Retrofuturistic Aesthetic Explored in New Publication publication

  A new book titled 'Steampunk, una estética retrofuturista' by Francisco Bracero Jerez, published by Ediciones asimétricas, delves into the cultural movement of steampunk. The book…

• Roland Barthes' Camera Lucida: A Guide to Reading Photographs publication

  Roland Barthes, a specialist in signs in language, media, and everyday life, developed a subjective and nuanced philosophical approach to photography in his book Camera Lucida. He…

• Eugène Boudin: 13 Masterpieces of the Impressionism Pioneer publication

  Eugène Boudin, a pioneer of plein-air painting and mentor to Claude Monet, died on August 8, 1898, in Deauville. Throughout his career, he developed a remarkable skill for…

• Wolf-Ingo Härtl's New Thriller: A Cold-Blooded Killer's Psychogram publication

  Kulturnews has selected Wolf-Ingo Härtl's book 'Kurz bevor der Tag beginnt, ist die Nacht am dunkelsten' as the crime novel of the week and included it in the best crime novels…

• Alice Weidel as Chancellor: Literary Caricature in Şeyda Kurt's Debut Novel publication

  In Şeyda Kurt's debut novel "Zeit der Monster" (Time of Monsters), a fictional chancellor with striking similarities to Alice Weidel, leader of the German far-right party AfD,…

• Louise Glück's 'Vita Nova' Published in Italy by Il Saggiatore publication

  In November 2025, Italian publisher Il Saggiatore released 'Vita Nova', the Italian translation of Louise Glück's 1999 poetry collection, marking the ninth of her books to appear…

• The Zero: From Indian Astronomy to Quantum Physics publication

  The concept of zero, representing emptiness and non-dualistic interdependence, has finally been embraced by Western thought, though only since the Late Middle Ages. This…

• Myra Walker's 'Dreams and Ideas' Chronicles Costume Designer Winn Morton publication

  On April 6, 2026, Myra Walker, a former educator from the University of North Texas, released a publication titled 'Dreams and Ideas: The Artistry of Costume Designer Winn…

• María Zambrano's Philosophy Applied to Architecture in New Reverté Book publication

  The book 'Zambrano sobre la arquitectura' by Josep Maria Montaner, part of the 'Pensadores sobre la arquitectura' collection from Editorial Reverté, explores the dialogue between…

• Daniel Kehlmann Announces February 2027 Reading Tour for New Novel 'Afrika' publication

  Daniel Kehlmann's new novel 'Afrika' will be published on November 6, and he has announced a major reading tour starting in February 2027. The novel is set during the Berlin…

• Art Wolfe's 'Acts of Faith' Book Pre-Order Offers Signed Copies and Bonus Print publication

  Photographer Art Wolfe's forthcoming book, 'Acts of Faith: The Beauty of Belief', is now available for pre-order through his website, artwolfe.com, with signed copies and a bonus…

• Louise K. Böhm's Novel 'Kaskaden' Explores Memory and Friendship publication

  Louise K. Böhm's novel 'Kaskaden' opens with Jojo holding a DVD from Yara, her former best friend who vanished four years ago. The story follows Jojo, a student, as repressed…

• Monchi Announces First Book Tour for 'Jenseits der Brandmauer' publication

  Monchi, the frontman of the German punk group Feine Sahne Fischfilet, is set to embark on his inaugural book tour in late November 2026 to promote his second publication,…

• Artists Now Launches Green Manifesto to Empower Eco-Friendly Practices publication

  Artists Now, the UK's largest artist membership organization, relaunched with a new name and a Green Manifesto aimed at helping artists make their practices more environmentally…

• 102-Year-Old Saxophonist Marshall Allen Releases New Album with Young Stars publication

  At 102 years old, saxophonist Marshall Allen has released a new album of extraordinary intensity, collaborating with musicians who are a quarter of his age. The album, titled '101…

• Simon & Schuster Proceeds with Jason Arday Memoir Amid Plagiarism Controversy publication

  Despite resigning from Cambridge University due to plagiarism accusations, Simon & Schuster is set to publish Jason Arday's memoir, 'Great and Unfortunate Things.' At 37, Arday is…

• Monocle's Summer Reading List: 14 Books Matched to Mood and Place publication

  Monocle's 'Meet the Writers' host Georgina Godwin has curated a summer reading list of 14 titles, each matched to specific travel or leisure scenarios. The list includes 'The…

• CULTURED Editors' Fall 2026 Book List: From Robert Harris to Kim Kardashian publication

  CULTURED magazine has revealed a selection of 19 highly anticipated titles set for release in fall 2026, spanning from September 1 to November 17. Among the standout books are…

• Bookzine: The Rise of Hybrid Editorial Objects in Pop Culture publication

  The article from Artuu discusses the emergence of 'bookzine', hybrid editorial objects that blend magazine, artist's book, and collectible product, as a reaction to the dominance…

• El Cuentacuentos de la Axarquía: New Book by Pepe de Piedad publication

  Pepe de Piedad (José González Núñez) has published a new book titled 'El Cuentacuentos de la Axarquía', which collects legends, chronicles, and tales from the rich narrative…

• Colomina y Wigley: 'Los microbios inventaron la arquitectura' en nuevo libro publication

  In "We the Bacteria: Notes Toward Biotic Architecture," Beatriz Colomina and Mark Wigley challenge the idea that architecture is solely a human endeavor, asserting that microbes…

• Rachid Benzine's 'The Bookseller of Gaza' Review: Literature Amid Ruins publication

  Rachid Benzine, a Moroccan-French writer and political scientist, has published a novel titled 'Der Buchhändler von Gaza' (The Bookseller of Gaza), which explores the human and…

• Anton Lambert & Thanos Polymeneas Liontiris Release Drone Music Album 'tri-n-os' on Kohlhaas publication

  Anton Lambert and Thanos Polymeneas Liontiris have unveiled their new drone music album, 'tri-n-os,' under the Kohlhaas label. This album aims to explore emotions surrounding…

• 15 Iconic Cats in Art History: From Louis Wain to Jeff Koons publication

  A DailyArt Magazine feature compiles fifteen notable portrayals of cats in art history, spanning from the 19th century to contemporary works. The list includes Louis Wain's…

• Five Summer Crime Novels That Uncover More Than Murder publication

  A literary feature in the German weekly newspaper 'der Freitag' recommends five crime novels for summer reading, each delving into historical and social issues beyond the typical…

• Mos Def's 'The Ecstatic' Returns on Vinyl and Qobuz publication

  Mos Def's 2009 album 'The Ecstatic' is being re-released after being absent from streaming platforms for seven years. The album, now available on vinyl and via Qobuz, features a…

• Arquine's Four Publications Selected for 14th Ibero-American Architecture Biennial publication

  The 14th Ibero-American Architecture and Urbanism Biennial (BIAU) has chosen four works from the Mexican publisher Arquine: 'Conversaciones de sur a sur: Arquitectura, cultura y…

• Less Than Zero: A Time Capsule of '80s Excess and Fashion publication

  Bret Easton Ellis's inaugural novel, Less Than Zero, released in 1985 and later transformed into a film in 1987, vividly portrays the extravagance of the 1980s in terms of fashion…

• Spike Fuck Returns with Debut Album 'Evidence' After Decade-Long Hiatus publication

  Australian artist Spike Fuck has announced his debut album 'Evidence', marking his first release in ten years. His last EP, 'The Smackwave', was released a decade ago and…