Literary night in the Rheinauhafen: Exciting stories under stars!

Literary night in the Rheinauhafen: Exciting stories under stars!

The Cologne literary scene can be happy: On Wednesday, the Rheinauhafen will be the setting for the “Short Story Night”. The association "Land in sight" invites you to a special evening from 7 p.m. on which five talented authors present their latest short stories. This is an open-air event at Harry-Blum-Platz 1, which promises visitors an unforgettable literary experience. The admission begins shortly after 6 p.m. and tickets are available via the event portal "went out".

Among the readers is also the multi-award-winning MITHU Sanyal, which not only received the Ruhr Literature Prize, but also the Ernst Bloch Prize 2021 for their debut novel "Identiti". Sanyal's works often address identity and cultural diversity, which makes it an important voice in German -language literature. In her latest novel "Antichristie", which is on the longlist for the German Book Prize 2024, she treats focus such as colonialism and internal violence. In "Antichristie" the history of the rebellious screenwriter Durga, who lives in London and struggles with the inheritances of her multicultural origin.

a colorful program

The variety of literature is rounded off this evening by other well -known authors. Joshua Groß, known for his novel "Plasma drops", will also perform his works, just like Paul Jennerjahn, who is at home in various literary forms. Amuna Wagner, who has her roots in the German Sudanese region, and Meral Ziegler, who writes for both prints and on stage and television, present their stories and thus ensure a varied program that covers a wide range of topics.

The moderation of the event takes over Mona Ameziane, who has already made a name for other readings. At night in the open air with top -class literature - this will be an evening to enjoy!

and what comes afterwards?

If you are interested in the literary contributions of Mithu Sanyal, you should also take a closer look at your new novel "Antichristie". An exciting arc from historical to current topics is beaten here - such as dealing with Indian revolutionaries at the beginning of the 20th century and dealing with resistance in a world, which is often perceived as unjust. Sanyal's humor and intelligence make your works a must for bookworms. Her debut novel "Identiti", which deals with autobiographical elements and the experiences of mixed-race people, has already caused a lot of attention and offers a deep insight into the challenges that go hand in hand with such a background.

On September 20, an exciting event with Mithu Sanyal and translator Alta L. Price took place, in which complex topics such as identity and the challenges in the translation of humor were discussed. These conversations not only examine the challenges in the literature, but also the cultural contexts that affect us all. The lectures that take a critical look at the invisibility of certain figures in the literature are just as exciting as it is instructive.

The "Short Story Night" in the Rheinauhafen is undoubtedly a highlight for all literary enthusiasts and offers a platform for stories that will encourage us to think. So be there when it says: "Read for everyone!"