The world wars are a fertile creative ground for literature. The politics, drama, trauma, and action of World Wars 1 & 2 provide the perfect backdrop for big themes and philosophical questions. This is evident by the sheer number of best books on World War 1 & 2 that are out there for us to …

New York City is considered America’s melting pot and offers endless possibilities. There’s art, food, fashion, and more. If you’re a culture lover, visiting the ‘Big Apple’ should definitely be at the top of your bucket list! We’re going to share some of the best museums, architecture, bookshops, and secret spots to make the most of …

The 2020 Netflix anime Beastars turned a lot of heads upon its release. Created by the animation studio Orange, Beastars stood out as being, arguably, the first great 3D animated anime series. Beastars also utilised experimental voice recording and sound engineering, a stunning jazz soundtrack, a beautiful stop-motion OP, and complex philosophical debates wrapped up …

The coolest thing about the city of Cambridge, UK is how it blends history and contemporary culture; academia and a vibrant art scene. One of the world’s most famous university towns is also a place of world food, unique museums, great coffee, and so much more. A day trip to Cambridge is always a breath …

Queerness comes in all shapes and sizes, and encapsulates a spectrum of human experiences. To celebrate all the facets of queerness, here are some of our favourite LGBTQ books from all around the world. From South America to Japan and everywhere in-between, these queer novels speak for a range of expereinces across the queer spectrum. …

Bali is a small province of the much larger Indonesia, composed of the island bearing the province’s name, as well as several lesser islands such as Nusa Penida, Nusa Ceningan, and Nusa Lembongan. These islands have been inhabited for thousands of years as culture thrived upon them, and still does to this day. Bali, along …

England is a country with so much to offer. History is everywhere you look; here, you can marvel at everything from Roman ruins to Victorian palaces. Plus, while its nature isn’t as spectacular as other destinations around the world, there’s nothing more charming than the British countryside.  While British food is hardly famous, larger cities …

A cultural hotspot with history-filled streets, Cambridge lives up to its literary legacy through numerous bookshops you can find down every street, and around every corner. With rich collections written by some of the world’s most notable authors, Cambridge’s bookshops make for a perfect day out. If you enjoy losing yourself in fiction, improving your …

There is no end to the surrealism, the beauty, the variety found in Japanese literature. Japanese authors and stories expose the human heart; they travel through time and place and dreams. And the best of these tales can be found in Japanese short story collections. Many of the best Japanese authors, known for their award-winning …

It’s very easy to be inspired by Japan as an artist. From authors like Arthur Golden and David Mitchell to filmmakers like Martin Scorcese, Japan has sparked creativity in artists the world over. This, of course, also extends to music. Bands and musicians around the world have taken inspiration from Japanese art, music, language, aesthetics, …