In Germany and around the world, there is a worrying trend towards societies becoming polarised. The supposed other, whose skin colour, name, religion or origin is perceived as foreign, is subjected to discrimination and stigmatised by populist politicians.

With “The Beauty of Difference”, we present a selection of German-language authors whose roots lie outside Germany. The novels, often written by young authors,  tell the stories of people from immigrant families living and growing up in Germany. They speak of the pain caused by experiences of racism and exclusion, but also of the enrichment that comes from havinga dual culture, of challenges, fighting spirit, empowerment, resilience and, ultimately, the feeling of belonging.

In the non-fiction segment, contemporary German-language authors examine topics that are increasingly central to a constructive social and political debate. The selected titles invite readers to change their perspective and see difference in a more sensitive, positive way. They point the way to a society based on solidarity and show the beauty that lies in our differences.