Why protest is important – with Pessimism is for Lightweights poet Salena Godden
Pessimism is for Lightweights poet Salena Godden speaks to Suswati Basu about why protest is important and we need hope to continue.
Bernie Sanders’ new book: a better future without capitalism – review
Bernie Sanders’ new book It’s OK to be Angry About Capitalism is a guide to another reality, even if it means drastic changes are required.
Cobalt Red book: the brutal cost to Congo for our devices – review
Siddharth Kara’s powerful book Cobalt Red is a reminder that there is a cost to technological advancement which has been hidden.
Bloodbath Nation by Paul Auster: book reminds us that gun violence is personal – review
Bloodbath Nation by Paul Auster looks at the challenges around firearms in the US, including the gun lobby and mass shootings.
Banned books in the US: 10 books on list
There has been a growing movement to ban books in the US. Here is a list of some of the banned books as part of this censorship.
Books to remember Holocaust Memorial Day
On 27 January, Holocaust Memorial Day is remembered across the world, hence we’re looking at the best books that reflect this subject.
MLK Day: books to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr
It’s MLK Day in the US, where the country celebrates civil rights activist Martin Luther King Jr and his incredible legacy. Here are some books on the subject.
How the body is political – with Shame on Me author Tessa McWatt
Shame on Me author Tessa McWatt speaks to Suswati Basu about how the body is political through her exploration of race and identity in her autobiography.
Books to celebrate International Day of Democracy
It’s International Day of Democracy, an important day to think about politics, hence here are some significant books in the literature sphere addressing this issue.
Top books for tweens and teens on International Youth Day
International Youth Day focuses on tweens and teens and their place in society. Hence here are some books inspiring change.