Award-winning works on identity, home, and society
Discover the excellent literary works of Murat Ham: From the masterful storytelling of his award-winning Berlin Trilogy to profound analyses of social change – literature that builds bridges and leaves a lasting impression.
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Publications and Expertise
- Award-winning novel trilogy: From “Berlin Escapes of Love” to the gripping finale.
- Social Dialogue: Groundbreaking portraits of identity, success, and migration.
- Scientific Depth: Academic publications focusing on crisis management and communication.
- Official Recommendations: Recognition from institutions such as the German Embassy in Ankara.
THE MOVING CONCLUSION OF THE NOVEL TRILOGY
In the Echo of Silence: Berlin Homecoming
True home is not a place, but a tapestry of memories. In the final part of his trilogy, Murat Ham tells the touching story of Zuhal: After a stroke, the fashion designer reorganizes her life and begins to weave the threads of her past together in a completely new way.
As hidden family entanglements come to light, her son Kenan and his wife Jane face the shadows of history. A work that celebrates the beauty of human closeness and shows: True connection transcends time and space. A worthy, hopeful conclusion that inspires one to look at their own roots in a new light.
5 of 5 stars
BETWEEN HERITAGE, NEW BEGINNINGS, AND SHADOWS OF THE PAST
Lies of Love
In his subsequent novel, Murat Ham builds upon his award-winning work “Berlin Escapes of Love.” A wealthy family faces a radical turning point: after a stroke of fate, the charismatic Professor Kemal is confined to a wheelchair—an event that deeply shatters the lives of his wife Zuhal and his son Kenan.
Even after Kemal’s death, an overwhelming spiritual connection remains. As Kenan, a new father, attempts to process his suppressed emotions, the painstakingly built house of cards of his identity collapses. A profound novel about cultural roots, dealing with loss, and the courage to break free.
5 of 5 stars
BRIDGES BETWEEN WORLDS
Berlin Escapes of Love
A captivating journey through time, traversing political and personal worlds between Berlin, Istanbul, and New York. At the center is a family on the brink: Chemistry professor Kemal numbs the meaninglessness of his existence through excess, while his wife Zuhal fights her inner demons within a silent marriage.
Their son Kenan and his international clique embody the globalized elite—materially secure, yet behind the sophisticated facade of luxury and beats lurks a dangerous undertow. Murat Ham creates a psychologically dense portrait of the search for identity and the fine line between freedom and self-destruction.
5 of 5 stars
LIVING WITH SLIPPING TIME
Search for Happiness
Why does the relentless pursuit of happiness often make us unhappy in the first place? Publicist Murat Ham explores these existential questions and sheds light on the risky expectations of our modern society. He points out: happiness is a fleeting companion and often a matter of perception in the moment.
Murat Ham advocates for an honest look at life – one where crises also have their place as necessary contrasts. A profound work about the art of giving happiness space without losing oneself in the search for it.
3,4 of 5 stars
LIFE BETWEEN ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE: MIGRANTS NARRATE
Foreign Homeland Germany
What does it mean to find a home in a foreign land? Murat Ham and Prof. Angelika Kubanek give an authentic voice to three generations of migrants and returnees – from the “guest workers” of the past to today’s intellectuals.
In a vivid mosaic of reports and scholarly contributions, the German history of migration after World War II unfolds. A work of profound personal depth exploring individual paths of life between longing and the search for one’s true center of life.
5 of 5 stars
A GROUNDBREAKING PORTRAIT OF IDENTITY AND SUCCESS
Young, Successful, Turkish
Murat Ham shines a spotlight on the success stories of those who are significantly shaping modern Germany in business, politics, and culture. An optimistic work that proves: success knows no origins – and this biographical journey has long since become a living success story.
4,2 of 5 stars
YOUNG, GERMAN, TURKISH – STORIES FROM ALMANYA
What Do You Live?
With his short story “Café Visits,” Murat Ham is part of the highly acclaimed anthology “What Do You Live?” (Droemer Knaur). The work brings together influential voices from culture, politics, and society to create a multifaceted panorama.
Alongside Murat Ham, renowned personalities such as former Federal Minister Cem Özdemir, director Buket Alakuş, and cabaret artist Serdar Somuncu enrich this literary dialogue. A work that demonstrates how vibrant and diverse the transcultural reality in Germany is today.
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