Sleeping in the Courtyard

This powerful anthology gathers contemporary Kurdish women and nonbinary writers from both Kurdistan and the diaspora, weaving together poetry, fiction, nonfiction, and graphic work that confronts the realities of physical and lingual displacement. The collection deliberately bridges historically isolated voices, creating a literary space where memories, secrets, and profound emotional truths are shared with unflinching honesty, inviting readers directly into their intimate circle of storytelling.

What distinguishes this compilation is its commitment to showcasing the full spectrum of Kurdish literary expression, from emerging to established authors, united by their nuanced exploration of identity across borders. Readers seeking authentic, multifaceted narratives that challenge singular stories will find this collection particularly resonant, as it amplifies perspectives long marginalized in global literature, leaving a lasting impression of shared humanity and resilience.