Dua Lipa interviews Olga Tokarczuk, praising the Nobel laureate

Dua Lipa, one of the most influential figures in pop music, has surprised many with her fascination for literature, particularly Polish authors. Her admiration is particularly directed toward Nobel laureate Olga Tokarczuk and her 2009 novel Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead.

"It’s deeply serious and, at the same time, full of dark humour and unconventional characters that leave a lasting impression. This book cannot be overlooked. The author is a Nobel Prize winner, and once you read this book, you’ll see why," she shared in her Service95 book club, which she has run for several years.

Recently, the singer decided to devote a full interview to the book. To achieve this, she connected with its author, further demonstrating her respect and admiration for her works.

"I’m a huge fan. A friend of mine works for your publisher in the UK and handed me a stack of books to read. The moment I saw the title, I was hooked," Lipa revealed.

Tokarczuk described the challenges behind the novel’s title, explaining that her publisher was initially hesitant to release a book with such a long and unconventional name. She credited her inspiration to a poem by William Blake.

It’s notable that Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead has garnered attention from other cultural figures. Pedro Pascal read the book during a holiday break on the beach, a moment noticed by Instagram users. Similarly, in 2022, Natalie Portman praised the novel online, calling it "a magical Polish tale blending mystery, dark comedy, politics, and philosophy." Like Lipa, Portman also held a virtual conversation with the author.