Mexican writer Elma Correa won the 2026 Biblioteca Breve Prize
Elma Correa, a Mexican writer born in Mexicali, has won the 2026 Biblioteca Breve Prize for her novel 'Donde termina el verano.'
To put it briefly: The book is quite a sensational novel
Melania G. Mazzucco's novel 'The Architect' tells the story of Plautilla Bricci, the only female architect of the Baroque era, now available in Danish translation.
Karolina Ramqvist: She was perhaps the most powerful woman in the world
Karolina Ramqvist discusses the significance of Marguerite de Navarre and her work 'Heptameron' in challenging male violence against women.
Teenage Ghosts Haunt in Gothic Novel about Men Who Hate Women
Johanne Lykke Naderehvandi's new novel intertwines ghostly elements with the themes of misogyny, showcasing a haunting narrative that critiques male violence against women.
Jana Micenková writes about motherhood and what we don't want to read
Jana Micenková's writing explores dysfunctional family dynamics and the challenges of motherhood in contemporary Slovak literature.
Professor of Anglistics: Fiction Revives the Forgotten Women of the History of Science
Estonian professor Julia Kuznetski argues that literature by female authors highlights the contributions of women in the history of science often overlooked by male counterparts.
Professor of English: Fiction Revives Forgotten Women in the History of Science
An Estonian professor emphasizes the role of female authors in bringing attention to the overlooked contributions of women in science during the 'Women and Girls in Science' week.
Cultural Contribution. Writers Džeina Šteinberga and Zane Zusta
A discussion reflecting on the voice and place of women in Latvian literature and insights into the recent books by both authors.
Community Todas 'Change: Method', by Édouard Louis
The Comunidade Todas is organizing a virtual discussion on Édouard Louis's book "Change: Method" on March 17, featuring the author's editor in Brazil, Luisa Tieppo.
Unforgettable book revives centuries of women's authorship in Brazilian poetry
A new book, "Inesquecíveis," highlights the contributions of Brazilian women poets over the last four centuries, challenging the male-dominated literary tradition.
"I get off when it's fathers and brothers who share women"
Mille Thagaard, a wedding photographer and debut novelist, explores themes of escapism and complex relationships in her work, while expressing her personal boundaries regarding storytelling.
Maria Ch. Mougiakakou: 'The Mani soul is resilient; it carries an ancient power'
Maria Mougiakakou returns to her ancestral home in Mani to write about her grandmother's life, revealing the deep connection with her roots and the history of the region.
"The tone was such that it couldn't have been written by a woman"
The article discusses controversial remarks implying that a particular writing style is gendered, suggesting that only men could write in such a manner.
No Place in the World: The Women of ‘Chores and Distresses’
The article discusses the themes and characters in the book 'Chores and Distresses,' which include eternal pregnancies, cursed objects, and the haunting presence of a ghostly writer.
The domestic writer dedicated her life to culture. Her work is now required reading
Jagoda Truhelka was a Croatian writer and educator who devoted her life to culture and was a pioneer in advocating for women's right to education, leaving a significant impact on society.
‘The Footprints of Enayat’, by Iman Mersal: the revolution of women in Egypt
The article explores Iman Mersal's investigation into a young Egyptian writer from the 1960s, uncovering themes of friendship and feminism during Nasser's era.
Women, editors, alcohol, cats: the poetic hell of Charles Bukowski
The article explores the life and work of Charles Bukowski, highlighting his unique style and the themes of madness, freedom, and poetic expression in his writings.
Lucía Solla, the latest surprise in Spanish literature with 'You Will Eat Flowers': "Love should not be a woman's priority"
Galician writer Lucía Solla, celebrated for her new novel addressing abuse, discusses her views on women's priorities in love after receiving the Cálamo Prize.
These are the 12 most beautiful Croatian books: Among the winners is a book about Jadranka Klekar, a fighter for human, women's, and labor rights
The National and University Library in Zagreb, in collaboration with the Croatian Designers Society, has selected 12 beautifully designed Croatian books from 188 submissions in 2025.
The first author in history was a woman: she lived in ancient Mesopotamia and was a priestess
The article discusses how the first known literary author was a woman from ancient Mesopotamia, challenging the historical narrative that credited male figures like Homer as the first authors.
Erotica Hidden in Plastic. A Fierce Battle for Rights Over a Book that Has Not Even Been Released Yet
A yet-to-be-released novel, 'Wet Ink', which tells the story of a woman secretly spreading erotic stories at parties, has ignited a fierce competition among producers for its adaptation rights.
We want a whole life” – the story of Polish suffragists in “Parasolkach”
Dominika Buczak's book "Parasolkach" reflects her long-held imperative to narrate the story of Polish suffragists, blending past and present women's narratives.