A Postcard from London: The Dream World of the Kallin Family
Stepping away for a moment from Istanbul’s hectic streets, we head to Hampstead — that famously serene corner of London — and to the historic Burgh House. One of the
Christiane Baumgartner: The Longest Way to Say Goodbye
As Cologne’s art scene prepares to welcome spring, Zander Galerie has announced an exciting new exhibition. One of the most important names in contemporary woodcut printing, Christiane Baumgartner, invites us
The Green-Eyed Monster Walks the Streets of Moda
Right in the heart of Istanbul, in the sea-scented streets of Moda in Kadıköy, it’s the perfect time to prepare yourself for a tragedy that will shake you to your
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Sarah Bruni’s ‘Mass Mothering’: A Shattering Novel on Motherhood and Loss in a Dystopian World
We are faced with a novel that has resonated throughout the literary world and deeply affected its readers: Sarah Bruni’s Mass Mothering, a thought-provoking exploration of motherhood, loss, and collective
If Your Wardrobe Could Speak: Melida Tüzünoğlu’s “Everything Will Speak”
Today on our table, we are talking about one of the most paradigm-shifting and “herald of the future” names in contemporary literature: Melida Tüzünoğlu, and her profoundly unsettling new novel.
A Journey into the Memory of Art Institutions: “Where Did We Come From: Reading Vasıf Kortun”
When speaking of the institutionalization process of contemporary art in Turkey, one of the first names that comes to mind is undoubtedly Vasıf Kortun. Published in collaboration between Salt and
The Tactile Labyrinth of Mind and Time: Anne Serre’s “The Leopard Hat”
Dear residents of Apartment No:26’s Attic Floor—today on our table sits one of the most original and unsettling voices in French literature: Anne Serre. Published by Dedalus Kitap in November
A Silent Scream Beneath Manhattan’s Lights: “My Name Is Lucy Barton”
Dear residents of Apartment No:26’s Attic Floor—hello to those who dare to break molds and are unafraid to swim in the complicated waters of modern relationships! Today on our table
Beyond Norms: A Family Rehearsal – Torrey Peters’ “Detransition, Baby”
Dear residents of Apartment No:26’s Attic Floor—those brave enough to break molds and unafraid to swim in the complicated waters of modern relationships—hello! Today on our table lies a work
Lola by Karla Arenas Valenti
Lola’s story begins in the shadow of an ancient tree rising amid the concrete of the modern world, on the enormous, crowded, history-scented streets of Mexico City. Written by Karla
A Modern Fairy Tale to Warm Your Heart: Ledicia Costas and The Child Who Brought Back the Fire
Are you ready for a captivating adventure that will warm your heart amid darkness and endless rain? This week, we’re talking about The Child Who Brought Back the Fire, written
David Szalay’s Booker-Prize-Winning Book “Flesh”
Greetings to readers who closely follow the sharpest observers of contemporary literature! Today we turn our attention to the highly anticipated new novel by David Szalay, renowned for his mastery
The Strange and Ephemeral Landscape of the Metropolis: New Stories by Hakan Bıçakcı
Today we are hosting one of the sharpest pens when it comes to capturing modern humanity’s painful, absurd, and sometimes terrifying relationship with the city: Hakan Bıçakcı, and his latest
The Century-Long Echo of Two Souls: “The Love Letters of the Prophet” Curated by Paulo Coelho
Today on our table lies the story of a bond that goes beyond words, a timeless love, and the emergence of a literary legacy. Published by Can Yayınları in November
“Greek Lessons” by Han Kang, the 2024 Nobel Literature Laureate
Today, we’re talking about a wizard of words who has just been crowned with the most prestigious honor in the literary world, and her book that touches the finest strings
Venice Biennale 2026: “In Minor Keys” and the New Tones of Art
One of the most prestigious events in the art world, the Venice Biennale International Art Exhibition, has announced the participation of 111 artists, duos, and collectives for its 2026 edition.
A Tribute to the Track, the Pitch, and the Silver Screen: Finalists of the 2nd Istanbul International Sports Film Festival
From the dim boxing gyms of London to the disciplined training arenas of Berlin, and from there to the passionate fan chants that spill onto every street in Istanbul… Sport
The Art of Nothing: The Aesthetics of Slowing Down and Re-Feeling in Normandie
London’s relentless pace, Berlin’s ceaselessly productive underground scenes, and Istanbul’s chaotic ambition that constantly makes us feel like we’re missing something… Sometimes you just want to descend to the lowest
Education or Hunt? “War Machine” (2026) Transforms Military Horror
The eyes and ears of the cinema world are now fixed on “War Machine,” set to premiere on Netflix one month from now, on March 6, 2026. Directed by Patrick
Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2026: 10th Anniversary Celebration Begins in Tokyo on May 23!
One of the most prestigious nights in the anime world, the Crunchyroll Anime Awards, is gearing up to celebrate its 10th anniversary in 2026! With the official announcement made on
Objectified Desire and a Wooden Soul: Amanda Kramer’s “By Design”
There are certain directors in cinema who don’t merely tell stories — they build worlds. Amanda Kramer is precisely that kind of “architect.” For those who love theatrical aesthetics, Brechtian
