“The Unwritten Chapter”, Volume II – A Global Platform of Literary Voices
Barcelona Literary Publishing releases interviews featuring the renowned Albanian poet and publisher Dr. Mujë Buçpapaj
Translated by: Angela Kosta
In The Unwritten Chapter, Volume II, Moroccan publisher Hassane Yarti continues his ambitious literary mission—to unite the voices of writers from different continents in a shared dialogue. Following the success of the first volume, which opened a rare window into the personal and creative worlds of contemporary authors, this new edition expands the horizon and plunges even deeper into the universal questions that define literature and the human spirit.
This second volume, published by Barcelona Literary Publishing, bears the full title:
The Unwritten Chapter (Interviews with Authors), Volume II, First Edition, 2025.
It brings together seventeen distinguished voices from across the globe: Angela Kosta, Antonietta Micali, Niamat Elhamri, Dr. Mujë Buçpapaj, Võ Thị Như Mai, Md Ejaj Ahamed, Kujtim Hajdari, Antonio Bernard Ma-at, Adnan Mouchahi, Cettina La Placa, Houssine Yarti, Mariela Cordero, Niloy Rafiq, Zahra Ahmed Boulahia, Prachi Gupta, Lulzim Hajdari, and Nina Alsirtawi—each contributing a distinct rhythm to the symphony of contemporary literature. Their words transcend geography, culture, and language, joining in a shared devotion to the truth of artistic expression.
In the introduction to this book, Yarti notes:
“If the first volume opened a door into the intimate spaces of literary creation, here the horizon widens… The questions remain the same, but the answers echo differently—shaped by new geographies, time in motion, and the ever-shifting currents of hope and uncertainty.”
Through these close and thoughtful dialogues, The Unwritten Chapter, Volume II becomes more than a collection of interviews—it transforms into a chorus of literary consciousness, revealing both the solitude and universality of the writer’s journey. Each conversation highlights not only the art of writing but also the delicate balance between memory and imagination, tradition and transformation.
As a continuation of the global project Yarti began with the first volume, this publication strengthens his belief that literature remains both testimony and resistance—a force that heals, remembers, and reshapes. It is a celebration of the written word as a bridge between voices, as an act of endurance, and as a quiet defiance against oblivion.
Yarti concludes:
“Literature matters—as testimony, as resistance, as healing, and as an act of faith in tomorrow.”
The book’s structure—interviews spanning continents and languages—forms a comparative study in itself. The diversity of contributors reflects a new literary cartography: from Europe to Asia, from Africa to the Americas, the voices intertwine around shared themes such as exile, belonging, identity, and resilience.
Each author speaks from a different geographical point, yet their experiences echo the same existential quest—to find meaning through words.
In essence, Yarti’s editorial vision positions him not merely as an interviewer, but as a custodian of thought. His questions serve as bridges between cultures, while his moderation allows each writer’s individuality to shine. The dialogue itself becomes a form of art—an exploration of what it means to write, to remember, and to remain human in uncertain times.
Stylistically, The Unwritten Chapter, Volume II balances intellectual depth with emotional intimacy. The prose is lyrical yet disciplined, creating a space where philosophy meets storytelling. Readers are invited not only to read about the writers but to dwell within their silences and struggles—to witness the invisible process by which art transforms experience into language.
Ultimately, this book stands as both testimony and testament—a document of literary thought at the dawn of the 21st century, and a reminder that creativity continues to be a universal act of courage. By bringing together so many diverse voices, Yarti affirms that the “unwritten chapter” of literature is precisely the one that keeps humanity writing forward.
Dr. Mujë Buçpapaj’ Gratitude to “The Unwritten Chapter”, Volume II, Barcelona Literary Publishing
In his interview published in The Unwritten Chapter, Volume II, by Barcelona Literary Publishing under the direction of renowned writer and publisher Hassane Yarti, Albanian poet, journalist, and publisher Dr. Mujë Buçpapaj speaks with sincerity and depth about his creative and human journey. He responds to the questions as a poet whose works have been translated into dozens of languages and who has received numerous international awards—an active intellectual who intertwines art with civic responsibility.
As the founder of the newspaper and publishing house Nacional, Buçpapaj aims to build a bridge between Albanian and world literature, promoting universal values through the written word.
In the interview, he reflects on his literary beginnings in childhood in Tropoja, on the influence of his family—known for its cultural and literary tradition—and on his struggles with the censorship of the communist regime, which for years prevented the publication of his first work. Buçpapaj emphasizes that poetry is both inspiration and a spiritual act, while poetic language, in his view, must be free, profound, and authentic.
He speaks of the challenge of being a writer in a turbulent reality, of the role of humanism in literature, and of the author’s duty to be a critical and conscientious voice of his time.
In conclusion, Dr. Buçpapaj expresses his conviction that Albanian literature, following the era of Ismail Kadare, is entering a new phase of maturity—with many emerging and successful voices who are building the international presence of our culture. He affirms his belief that Albania will soon have its first Nobel laureate in literature, closing the interview with gratitude toward readers and faith in the power of art as a light that gives meaning to human existence.
Buçpapaj expresses special thanks to The Unwritten Chapter, Volume II, Barcelona Literary Publishing, and to the distinguished international writer and publisher Hassane Yarti for the extraordinary opportunity to share his human and literary experience with thousands of readers around the world.
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