Books
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Shelf life
A retail revolution is taking place in the Thai capital, all inspired by the written word.
A new chapter
Independent bookshops in China are operating with a new lease of life. We find a quiet corner in three of the best to find out how they keep customers coming back.
Paul Auster
The philosophical and prolific author’s latest novel is his most ambitious to date. Monocle sits down with him in his home in Brooklyn.
Between the lines
Matters of national and international security are best left to the professionals. But who are they and where do they get their intelligence? From fact to fiction, we reveal our sources.
Folio society
When magazine editor Aaron Hicklin opened a bookshop in upstate New York, he moved beyond the usual roster of titles. His guest-edited book lists have driven sales and put One Grand on the map.
Diving deeper
Open the pages of a sumptuous German publication that pays homage to the high seas.
Robert Wu: Words of wisdom
Eslite booksellers’ founder gives us chapter and verse on getting the best from his team.
