The Book of Forbidden Feelings (2026)

The Book of Forbidden Feelings (2026)

Author: Lala Bohang

Category: Poetry

I wanted to say, "I would love to know your obsessions. Is it landed house, gadgets, power, domestic life, succulent plants, achievements, money, work, more likes and followers, health, validations, sex, organic food, pets, perfect selfies, children, sports, religion, relationship, minimalism, perfection, muscles, urban toys, shoes, traveling, or fame?" but nobody is prepared for that kind of question on a first date. So I said, "You look great."

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"Lala's expressions are always stronger through her words and drawings. Looking at her drawings is like reading her book of principles, while rading her writings is like listening to her most inner thoughts. That's why reading The Book of Forbidden Feelings is like having her close by my side and listening to her quiet ranting of thoughts. And even, a lot of times, it feels like listening to my own conscience." —Mia Maria, Art Curator

No. GM :
626174003
ISBN :
978-602-03-3189-8
Price :
Rp 99,000
Total Pages :
152 pages
Size :
13,5 x 20 cm
Published :
29 July 2026
Format :
Soft Cover
Category :
Poetry
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Lala Bohang

Lala Bohang is an Indonesian author and visual artist whose work explores themes of identity, memory, and possibility. Trained in architecture at Parahyangan University, Bandung, she has exhibited in Indonesia and internationally since 2009. Her publications include The Book of Forbidden Feelings (2015), The Book of Invisible Questions (2017), and the Book of Imaginary Beliefs (2019). In 2020, she received the Ranald MacDonald Award for The Journey of Belonging, co-authored with Lara Nuberg. Her latest book, In The Middle of Everything (2023), was accompanied by a solo exhibition in Jakarta and Ubud. She has spoken at TEDxJakarta, Ideafest, Jakarta Biennale, Makassar International Writers Festival, and Ubud Writers & Readers Festival.