Pico Iyer, author portrait
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Pico Iyer

Pico Iyer is the author of fifteen books, translated into twenty-three languages, and has been a constant contributor for more than thirty years to Time, The New York Times, Harper’s Magazine, the Los Angeles Times, and more than 250 other periodicals worldwide. His four recent talks for TED have received more than eleven million views. www.picoiyerjourneys.com
Aflame
The Half Known Life
A Beginner's Guide to Japan
Autumn Light
The Door Swings Both Ways
The Man Within My Head
The Open Road
Sun After Dark
Abandon
The Global Soul
Tropical Classical
Cuba and the Night
Falling Off the Map
The Lady and the Monk
Video Night in Kathmandu

Books

Aflame
The Half Known Life
A Beginner's Guide to Japan
Autumn Light
The Door Swings Both Ways
The Man Within My Head
The Open Road
Sun After Dark
Abandon
The Global Soul
Tropical Classical
Cuba and the Night
Falling Off the Map
The Lady and the Monk
Video Night in Kathmandu

Congratulations to the 2024 Los Angeles Times Book Prize Winners!

The Los Angeles Times announced winners of its Book Prizes across 13 categories. The Times’ Book Prizes recognize outstanding literary achievements and celebrate the highest quality of writing from authors at all stages of their careers. Congratulations to the Penguin Random House authors who are among the winners:   Robert Kirsch Award: Aflame by Pico

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Titles for Japanese Culture Day

For Japanese Culture Day, we are sharing titles that celebrate the country’s art, history, and culture. From titles about the history of Japan to classic and modern Japanese literature—ranging from women’s voices and historical, sociological, or religious perspectives—this collection provides an array of perspectives about Japanese culture.

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