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Ratings: ★★★★☆ (4.3/5)
Genre: Literary Journal, Short Stories, Poetry, Essays, Sri Lankan Literature

Book Review:
''Channels: Contemporary Sri Lankan Writings'' is a valuable anthology of contemporary Sri Lankan literature in English, edited by Lal Medawattegedara. This volume, published in 2009, brings together a diverse collection of short stories, poems, and essays from some of Sri Lanka's most talented writers. It is dedicated to Anne Ranasinghe, a founding member of the English Writers Cooperative of Sri Lanka. The works explore themes of identity, culture, memory, and everyday life in Sri Lanka, offering readers a rich and varied literary experience. This anthology is an important contribution to Sri Lankan literature and a must-read for anyone interested in the country's literary scene.