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Magical landscapes shot from the air
Stefan Forster is patient. He can wait weeks until the light is right for his nature photographs.
Patricia Highsmith: The talented misfit
Born 100 years ago, the master of psychological thriller novels was as elusive as her novel characters.
Donald Trump's manipulative language
With his violent language, Donald Trump has divided the US. Can the upcoming president heal those wounds?
Rare Tintin painting sells for record €3.2 mln
An original drawing of Tintin, the comic book hero, fetches more than €3 million in Paris.
Airbnb cancels bookings ahead of US inauguration
Bookings are canceled and blocked on the site across Washington D.C. following alarming reports of planned violence.
“Lost Cars“ – A photo book of abandoned classics
What do cars leave behind after retiring from the road? Junk, and at times, a magical aura.
Villa Emma's library for Jewish children restored
Newly discovered books reveal the bond between hidden Jewish children and the Italians who protected them.
What's on in 2021?
We'll be in the throes of COVID in 2021 as well, but here’s an overview of cultural events planned in the New Year.
Abandoned churches in Europe
In his book "Abandoned Churches," French photographer Francis Meslet explores former places of worship.
Novelist John le Carre dies at 89
The spy-turned-novelist was known for his thrillers "The Spy Who Came in from the Cold" and "Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy."
UK author Johny Pitts wins Leipzig Book Award
The Leipzig Book Award for European Understanding, one of the most important awards in Germany, honors Pitts' "Afropean"
A Silver-Bird's-Eye View: Airports from Above
Aviation journalist Andreas Fecker collected images of airports of all sizes and parts of the world.
Goncourt Prize goes to 'Anomaly' of a novel
France's coveted literary award, the Prix Goncourt, has been awarded to author Hervé Le Tellier.
Paul Celan: The post-Holocaust poet
Born 100 years ago, Paul Celan remains one of the most influential postwar German poets.
"Shuggie Bain" bags Booker Prize
Growing up gay amidst poverty and alcoholism in 1980s Glasgow.
'Interior Chinatown' takes top fiction prize
Satirical novel on Hollywood reveals cliches and racial stereotypes.
German writer in the race for top US book price
Anja Kampmann's debut novel "High as the Waters Rise" is a finalist for the National Book Awards in the US.
Day of the Imprisoned Writer 2020: 5 authors you should know
On the Day of the Imprisoned Writer, writers network PEN International highlights five authors who face persecution.
Why Friday the 13th is seen as unlucky
Through books, films and myths, Friday the 13th has become an unusual day — even for those who aren't superstitious.
Author Jay Shetty: Think like a monk
Who needs materialism when finding fulfillment lies in much simpler pleasures? That's writer Jay Shetty's philosophy.
Murakami and popular Japanese literature
As a 1,000-page Haruki Murakami work obtains a new German translation, here's what makes Japanese authors so appealing.
"Lucky Luke" comic tackles racism
In the 99th edition of the comic book series "Lucky Luke," a cowboy fights against racism.
Trump's campaign team books wrong Four Seasons
Donald Trump has been ridiculed after his campaign booked the wrong Four Seasons for a press conference.
Cartoonists take a stance against anti-Semitism
"Anti-Semitism for Beginners" is an anthology of satiric texts and cartoons by international illustrators.
A giant of modernist literature: Robert Musil
Robert Musil almost chose an officer's career — but then he wrote a key 20th century novel.
How fantasy art became popular
Sexy women, winged demons, buff fighters — such characters are widespread in fantasy books, films or comics.
Germany: The worst waste of taxpayer money in 2020
A rail crossing to nowhere and faulty COVID-19 aid were just some cases flagged in this year's tax watchdog report.
'Divided We Stand': Portraits of a polarized country
Mathias Braschler and Monika Fischer spent months traveling across the US photographing people from all walks of life.
Joshua Wong on Hong Kong: 'The situation is a nightmare'
Amid a growing crackdown, the activist is counting on international support for Hong Kong's pro-democracy movement.
Exhibition: "The Palace of Versailles in Comic Books”
The Palace of Versailles is one of the most visited places around the world.
Amartya Sen wins German Book Trade Peace Prize
Indian scholar Amartya Sen has received the German Book Trade's peace prize for his work combating social inequality.
Paying homage to the world of books
This book pays homage to the world’s most beautiful and interesting book shops.
When Charlie Chaplin imitated Adolf Hitler
"The Great Dictator" was the first major Hollywood production that took a clear stance against the Nazis.
Frankfurt Book Fair goes virtual
The Frankfurt Book Fair is the most important event in the international book industry. The 2020 fair will take place online, leaving the event’s large halls empty. How will that work? Arts.21 interviews the fair’s director Juergen Boos.
Indigenous voices in Canadian literature
Indigenous authors add to diversity in the literature of Canada, guest of honor at the Frankfurt Book Fair.
Challenges and opportunities at the Frankfurt Book Fair
With most offerings online, this year's fair is defying the coronavirus pandemic. It's also more inclusive than ever.
Anne Weber wins the German Book Prize 2020
Germany's prestigious literary prize has been awarded to Anne Weber for her novel "Annette, ein Heldinnenepos."
Can the Frankfurt Book Fair inspire digitally?
The fair's head, Juergen Boos, spoke to DW about the new format and why it's more important than ever to talk politics.
German Book Prize 2020: The 6 finalists
The literary award recognizes the best German-language novel of the year. Here is the shortlist's bold selection.
German Book Prize goes to Anne Weber
Anne Weber has won the 2020 German Book Prize for her novel in verse, 'Annette, a Heroine Epic.
Award-winning Novels
The German Book Prize is the country’s most prestigious literary award, and a huge career push for German writers. Six novels are on the short list for the prize. Who are the finalists, and what topics inspire them?
Nobel laureate Louise Glück 'simple only on the surface'
Why are Glück's works virtually unknown in Germany? DW asked translator Ulrike Draesner.
Book 'em: Gang of rare book thieves jailed in the UK
Romanian thieves who stole first edition works by Isaac Newton and rare editions of Dante are now behind bars in the UK.
The Nigerian university that defies Boko Haram
The University of Maiduguri has stayed open at the epicenter of the Boko Haram insurgency.
Rare books worth €2.7 million unearthed in Romania
London's Met Police said the books were found in a hidden compartment under a house in rural Romania.
The beauty of industrial architecture
Are shoe factories, shipyards, and labs beautiful? They are to photographer Alastair Philip Wiper.
Photos: They've survived the war as children
These portraits by award-winning photographer Dominic Nahr feature survivors of a major conflict over the past century.
A century of war survivors in photos
The book "I am Alive" portrays 11 conflict survivors and marks the 100th anniversary of Save the Children.
Booker-nominated Tsitsi Dangarembga faces trial
Arrested for protesting against Zimbabwe's government, the Booker Prize-nominated author is now set to appear in court.
2020 Booker Prize shortlist highlights diversity
On September 15, judges announced the six books shortlisted for the 2020 Booker Prize for Fiction.
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