Mach den Finger frei

In Stephen King's 'Friedhof der Kuscheltiere', the Creed family moves to a new home near a pet cemetery and an ancient burial ground with dark powers. When tragedy strikes, Louis Creed is tempted to use the burial ground, leading to unspeakable horrors. The novel explores themes of death, grief, and the corrupting influence of forbidden knowledge. As the family confronts the consequences of their actions, they descend into a nightmare of their own making. King masterfully builds tension and dread, creating a chilling and unforgettable tale of loss and resurrection. The story delves into the darkest corners of human nature, questioning the boundaries of life and death.

In 'Noch wach? ', Benjamin von Stuckrad-Barre delves into the complexities of power dynamics and personal struggles within the German media industry. The novel is often seen as a reflection of real-life events, particularly the controversies surrounding media figures like Julian Reichelt. It is described as a 'Sittengemälde' (a portrayal of contemporary mores) that is both humorously and uncompromisingly written, touching on themes of power, abuse, and the human condition. Despite the author's denial that it is a roman à clef, the book draws heavily from his own experiences and observations of the media world.

In seinem Buch „Über Israel reden. Eine deutsche Debatte“ untersucht Meron Mendel die heftigen Debatten um Israel in Deutschland. Er beleuchtet Themen wie Antisemitismus, Erinnerungskultur und den Nahostkonflikt, um Brücken zwischen den Kontrahenten zu bauen. Das Buch ist ein Appell für einen offenen Diskurs und Frieden.

This book is a compilation of Wolfgang Herrndorf's blog entries, started in March 2010 after he was diagnosed with a glioblastoma. The entries detail his experiences with the illness, including doctor's visits, hospital stays, and his emotional states between hope and despair. The book also reflects on his everyday life, reading, and writing, which he pursued intensively during his remaining time. Herrndorf discusses his physical and mental decline, his thoughts on assisted dying, and his ultimate decision to end his life before the disease took away his ability to think and communicate.