16 Must-Read Books by Argentine Writers
Of all the world’s literature, the works of Argentine writers represent some of the most punk and political; some of the most diverse, surreal, groundbreaking, and beautiful novels and short stories.
Essential Argentine Novels by Argentine Writers
As a reader, I cannot sing the praises of Argentine writers and Argentine novels enough.
These authors have my heart and my soul.Here is a selection of some of our favourite Argentine writers and the works that have inspired and transformed us. From surreal short story collections to dystopian novels — from narrative non-fiction to allegorical literary fiction, these are some of the best Argentine novels and stories ever written.
The Dangers of Smoking in Bed by Mariana Enriquez
Translated by Megan McDowell
The Dangers of Smoking in Bed is a spine-chilling collection of modern gothic short stories. These tales focus around ghosts and hauntings, cults and witches, curses and cursed places.
If you’re a fan of horror and gothic fiction, you can’t do better than this book from one of the best Argentine writers around.
Take the story Meat, which begins with an Argentinian rock star with a cult following of obsessed teenagers. When he kills himself (in the most brutal fashion) in a hotel room, the media predicts a slew of copycat suicides. Instead, something far darker and stranger follows. Read More..
