Salman Rushdie's Triumphant Return: New Stories to Enlighten and Engage

Renowned author Salman Rushdie is set to release 'The Eleventh Hour,' his first collection of tales since surviving a 2022 attack. Scheduled for global release on November 4, 2025, the book explores themes of mortality and farewells through novellas set in India, England, and the United States.

In a momentous return to fiction, acclaimed author Salman Rushdie is poised to unveil 'The Eleventh Hour,' a collection of compelling tales this year, marking his first new work since surviving a 2022 stabbing incident. Penguin Random House India made the announcement on Thursday, generating fervor among literary enthusiasts worldwide.

Comprising three novellas alongside two shorter pieces, 'The Eleventh Hour' traverses the vibrant landscapes of India, England, and the United States. Rushdie utilizes these settings to delve into profound themes—mortality, farewells, and the essence of home—echoing personal experiences from his lifetime of journeys.

Scheduled for worldwide publication on November 4, 2025, under Hamish Hamilton in India, the book has already become an eagerly anticipated release. Rushdie explained that the narratives, distinct in style and setting, are intricately interwoven, inviting readers to regard them as a cohesive work. The collection stems from a place of introspection post his critique 'Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder,' inviting readers to explore their own responses to the twilight years of existence.

(With inputs from agencies.)