Story Discussion “The Lost Play” by Haru Sukaine 01 April 2026 at 18:45 (MSK) at Svetlovka Haru Sukaine is a contemporary Japanese writer and essayist. She studied comparative literature at Waseda University and later completed a graduate program in literary theory at University of Edinburgh. Her work often explores questions of authorship, authenticity, and the relationship between technology and literature. Sukaine is the author of the short story collection Mirrors Without Faces (2021), which received critical attention for its subtle blending of philosophical ideas and narrative form. She is also the recipient of the Hikari Prize for Emerging Writers (2022) and the Yamamoto Prize for Experimental Fiction (2023). Her story “The Lost Play” presents a fascinating literary mystery: a newly discovered play attributed to William Shakespeare that captivates scholars - until its origins are called into question. Combining elements of academic drama and philosophical fiction, the story invites readers to reflect on interpretation, authorship, and the nature of literary value in the age of artificial intelligence. If you wish to participate in the discussion, read the story beforehand. ⚡️⚡️Please don't forget to sign up on Timepad.