Ubud Writers and Readers Festival

New Indonesia president faces legislative deadlock

Indonesia’s old guard aims to derail reformist president Joko Widowo, a potentially transformational political figure. Continue reading

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Eat, Stay, Write: Bali for Fodors.com

The fruits of my trek across Bali for Fodors.com are beginning to blossom online. Continue reading

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Surgeon-Poet Hall doubles in LA book awards

Dr Neal Hall’s Nigger for Life wins the poetry prize and grand prize from the LA Book Festival. Continue reading

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Surgeon-Poet Hall doubles in LA book awards

Dr Neal Hall’s Nigger for Life wins the poetry prize and grand prize from the LA Book Festival. Continue reading

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Ubud encounters: Louise Doughty lets fly

Writer Louise Doughty doesn’t shy away from controversy in her work or in person. Continue reading

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Books


Hong Kong On Air
Hong Kong On Air
Insider view of TV news, love, betrayal, high finance, and cheap lingerie

Red-Blooded Risk
Red-Blooded Risk
The Secret History of Wall Street

Lonely Planet Indonesia
Lonely Planet Indonesia
Updated guide to the world's most intriguing archipelago

The Poker Face of Wall Street
The Poker Face of Wall Street
Gambling for investors and investing for gamblers