On weaving family, culture and place into a compelling story
Nilopar Uddin's debut novel, 'The Halfways' (HQ, 2022) takes place across London, Wales, New York, and Sylhet, and focuses on the Bangladeshi immigrant experience
1w ago
Why we should include philosophy in our curriculum
As more students opt for STEM subjects for its financial prospects, the importance of liberal arts is shrinking.
3w ago
Public libraries could solve our public space problem
There needs to be a push for a strong public library culture in Dhaka.
3w ago
Studying with ADHD doesn't have to be difficult
By understanding how ADHD impacts your learning style, you can take the first step to overcoming the challenges.
3w ago
How literary communities can do wonders for your writing
I believe a literary atmosphere is crucial to nourish your writing skills and it’s an essential part of the process.
On discovering Somali novelist, Nuruddin Farah, at the Dhaka Lit Fest
On each edition of the Dhaka Lit Fest, you leave having discovered a brilliant author. Last time, it was the humorous and adorable Jan Blake whose performance storytelling left me captivated.
Can we justify censorship in culture?
The panel spoke broadly about censorship, #MeToo movement, mob mentality, cancel culture, JK Rowling, and social media echo chambers.
Sister Library brings back ‘Sultana’s Dream’ and the chance to create one’s own utopia
The zine-making workshop was divided into four groups based on the central themes of Begum Rokeya’s story: arts, social justice, city planning and science & education.
An encounter with Sandeep Ray
"I have lifted from these stories. I’ve stolen from these stories. But you know, I’ve remade the characters so they don’t directly relate to anyone’s biography. But I cannot deny that a lot of the anecdotes, events and arc of the story come from certain family experiences", states Sandeep Ray.
Why don’t Bangladeshi books reach international award shelves?
A serious lack of outlet demotivates the publishing of anglophone literature in our literary scene. But the situation isn't completely bleak.
Thus, we bid goodbye to Gabo and Mercedes
Gabriel Garcia Marquez once famously said, “All human beings have three lives: public, private, and secret.”
Bookworm hosts reading session of "Aasma-i-Noor: The Cursed Jewel" by Sudipta Sen Gupta
The author shared about her life being an associate professor, teaching Management, raising two girls, and her love for writing over a cup of coffee and snacks.
5 tips for starting a YouTube channel
Anyone can start their own YouTube channel these days. In this digital age, video content is ubiquitous. Here are five tips for starting a YouTube channel.
5 online platforms to learn playing musical instruments
There are many platforms online from which you can easily master a musical instrument. During the pandemic, a lot of people picked up learning a musical instrument as their hobby to release some of the pent-up frustration of staying indoors over a long period of time; taking advantage of the abundance of resources online. Here are 5 platforms to learn music and instruments online.
On borrowing books
Buying books can be expensive, especially if you are a student on budget. But you don’t always have to buy books. If you are a student,
A global movement empowering women
SheDecides is a global political movement that was launched as a response to defend women’s fundamental rights and bodily autonomy against a policy imposed by former US President Donald Trump, which restricted funding for NGOs in foreign countries that supported abortion advocacy.
Empowering communities with menstrual hygiene management
Shuchita aims to make resources for menstrual hygiene management accessible to women in marginalised communities of Bangladesh through different campaigns. Since their inception in 2020, the initiative has completed 13 workshops across the country.
Scavenger hunt and cover reveal for debut novel ‘Aries: The Beginning’ at Bookworm Bangladesh
Academic and author Manizey Ibrahim Rahman unveiled the cover of her debut novel Aries: The Beginning (2022) with a book-themed scavenger hunt held at Bookworm Bangladesh on February 25, Friday.
May 25, 2023
On weaving family, culture and place into a compelling story
Nilopar Uddin's debut novel, 'The Halfways' (HQ, 2022) takes place across London, Wales, New York, and Sylhet, and focuses on the Bangladeshi immigrant experience
May 11, 2023
Why we should include philosophy in our curriculum
As more students opt for STEM subjects for its financial prospects, the importance of liberal arts is shrinking.
May 9, 2023
Public libraries could solve our public space problem
There needs to be a push for a strong public library culture in Dhaka.
May 8, 2023
Studying with ADHD doesn't have to be difficult
By understanding how ADHD impacts your learning style, you can take the first step to overcoming the challenges.
February 8, 2023
How literary communities can do wonders for your writing
I believe a literary atmosphere is crucial to nourish your writing skills and it’s an essential part of the process.
January 14, 2023
On discovering Somali novelist, Nuruddin Farah, at the Dhaka Lit Fest
On each edition of the Dhaka Lit Fest, you leave having discovered a brilliant author. Last time, it was the humorous and adorable Jan Blake whose performance storytelling left me captivated.
January 9, 2023
Can we justify censorship in culture?
The panel spoke broadly about censorship, #MeToo movement, mob mentality, cancel culture, JK Rowling, and social media echo chambers.
December 21, 2022
Sister Library brings back ‘Sultana’s Dream’ and the chance to create one’s own utopia
The zine-making workshop was divided into four groups based on the central themes of Begum Rokeya’s story: arts, social justice, city planning and science & education.
November 12, 2022
An encounter with Sandeep Ray
"I have lifted from these stories. I’ve stolen from these stories. But you know, I’ve remade the characters so they don’t directly relate to anyone’s biography. But I cannot deny that a lot of the anecdotes, events and arc of the story come from certain family experiences", states Sandeep Ray.
October 27, 2022
Why don’t Bangladeshi books reach international award shelves?
A serious lack of outlet demotivates the publishing of anglophone literature in our literary scene. But the situation isn't completely bleak.
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