books

Bigolas Dickolas and the power of a heartfelt ‘Read this NOW’

One random tweet by a fan account has sent a 2019 book flying off the shelves, climbing bestseller charts.
16 May 2023, 12:55 PM

On mothers and reading

I wonder at how these frugal, accessible pleasures define her daily existence and get elated with the fact that reading takes up a significant space on the shelf
14 May 2023, 12:55 PM

When BookTok amplifies diversity, who controls the narrative?

When certain types of books are consistently marketed and sold more than others, it can result in a lack of diversity in the types of stories and perspectives that are being shared
11 May 2023, 00:00 AM

What to make of the diversity in the International Booker shortlist

Several threads of commonality tie the books together just as their origins showcase their differences.
10 May 2023, 12:55 PM

Public libraries could solve our public space problem

There needs to be a push for a strong public library culture in Dhaka.
9 May 2023, 07:58 AM

How we romanticise reading books

Books can offer a lot more than relaxation and aesthetic pleasure.
8 May 2023, 14:56 PM

Gabriel García Márquez’s unseen novel will be published next year

The novel, which will span around 150 pages, tells the story of a woman named Ana Magdalena Bach, who visits a tropical island to lay flowers on her mother’s grave, and ends up having an affair. 
7 May 2023, 13:00 PM

4 books that explore press freedom

Here are four books that explore the stories of journalists, and the issues surrounding press freedom.
5 May 2023, 04:00 AM

Language can be the ultimate colonial weapon

Despite these heavy themes, Babel remains inherently readable. It is quick to attract the reader’s attention and then hold it captive, making it a very difficult book to put down.
4 May 2023, 08:42 AM

What to take away from Amanda Palmer's The Art of Asking

The Art Of Asking shows us how to create a close-knit family of friends and supporters by being honest
1 May 2023, 12:45 PM

5 books to read for International Workers’ Day

Concentrating on women workers from Bangladesh, Nepal, India and Pakistan, Women and Work in South Asia also tackles the advancement of individual corporate sectors due to the involvement of women workers.
1 May 2023, 04:30 AM

Making the most out of self-help books

There are ways you can make the most out of your experience with a self-help book.
26 April 2023, 13:07 PM

The dark undercurrents of family life

The book combines the intrigue of a classic domestic suspense novel with a high level of psychological insight and skilful character development.
26 April 2023, 12:27 PM

Our brains react differently to digital and printed text. What does this mean for readers?

We generally use the same parts of the brain no matter the medium, with one crucial exception. And therein lies the rub.
26 April 2023, 11:00 AM

Memories of Eid and ‘Dipu Number Two’

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
24 April 2023, 14:55 PM

11 books to read during Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Trigger Warning: This article mentions sexual and domestic abuse, trauma, and issues of mental health
24 April 2023, 12:25 PM

7 books that contain spellbinding fictional books

These books explore the idea that books can be much more than just inanimate objects.
23 April 2023, 13:00 PM

Only books and longing for this year’s Eid

Since I did not have a busy itinerary on Eid days, books were my unwitting companions
23 April 2023, 09:13 AM

A bookstore is a time machine—Zeenat Book Supply through the ages

Last week, one of Dhaka’s oldest bookstores announced that they will be closing shop after running for 60 years
20 April 2023, 03:59 AM

5 self-help books to buy from Nilkhet

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.
20 April 2023, 00:24 AM