Sema Kaygusuz

has produced works across various literary genres, adopting an approach in her narratives that challenges human-centered perspectives. In addition to memory, ecofeminism, human psyche, and a critique of dominant history, her works encompass the subjective histories of individuals. Her books have been translated into different languages, published internationally, and awarded numerous national and international prizes.

“Wardens of the World”—an excerpt from Pure Beast

“Wardens of the World”—an excerpt from Pure Beast

In this speculative work, a group of "wardens" searching among fossils and bones discovers what the state failed...

4 SEPTEMBER 2026 • By Sema Kaygusuz, Nicholas Glastonbury
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