Mali Hku Shini (1988) is an ethnic Kachin born in Sumdu Ga (Nbu Baw) village, Ma Chang Baw Township in Kachin State. He learnt Ka-hprek, a traditional Kachin martial arts form whilst a teenager and trains the next generation from his gym in the Manau Cultural ground in Myitkyina, the capital of Kachin state …
Many thanks to Richard Roewer and the Tea Circle for a generously balanced and thoughtful review of the Hidden Words anthology. ‘… the diversity of the authors is one of the books greatest features. There is something extremely refreshing about a publication that did not select authors based on their reputation (some are first time […]
Many thanks to T F Rhoden and the Asia Review of Books for a very kind review of the Hidden Words, Hidden Worlds anthology. Fascinating and smart, the eclectic collection of short stories found inHidden Words Hidden Worlds: Contemporary Short Stories from Myanmaris recommended as much for its ability to serve as a primer on […]
The annual Tun Foundation awards are one of Myanmars more important, independent literary prizes. Created out of a private fund from the founders of the Tun banking family, it recognises books and manuscripts written in Burmese and English in 12 categories including History, Biography, Culture and Environment plus a lifetime achievement award …
Last weekend, the British Council launched the English edition of the Hidden Words, Hidden Worlds anthology at an event in their library …