We are a team of book enthusiasts based in Hungary, dedicated to helping readers discover Hungarian literature, find the best bookstores, and build lasting reading habits.
HungaryReads was created to fill a gap in English-language content about Hungarian literary culture. While Hungary has produced Nobel laureates, internationally acclaimed novelists, and some of Europe's most beautiful libraries, finding accessible, well-written information about these topics in English has always been surprisingly difficult.
We set out to change that by building a resource that helps English-speaking readers, whether they are expats living in Budapest, travelers passing through, or curious readers anywhere in the world, discover the richness of Hungarian books and reading culture. Every article we publish is based on genuine personal experience, careful research, and a deep love of reading. We reference authoritative sources like the Hungarian Literature Online portal and major literary institutions to ensure accuracy.
Our content spans three main areas designed to serve book lovers at every stage of their reading journey:
These principles guide everything we write and recommend.
We write what we genuinely think about every book, bookstore, and library we review. We never accept payment for positive coverage and clearly distinguish our opinions from factual reporting.
Every article aims to be useful. Whether it is a reading list, a bookstore guide, or tips for reading more, we focus on actionable information that you can apply immediately.
Our primary audience is the reader, not publishers or advertisers. We exist to help you find great books and enjoy reading more, and that mission informs every editorial decision we make.
Have a book recommendation, a question about Hungarian literature, or want to collaborate? We are always happy to hear from fellow book lovers.
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