Riječi i riječi: rječnik III.programa

The 2008 book Riječi i riječi ("Words and Words"), edited by poet, playwright, and long-time editor Irena Matijašević, serves as a valuable overview of contemporary Croatian literary production developed within the framework of programs on the Third Channel of Croatian Radio. The publication brings together a diverse collection of prose, poetry, and essays by prominent domestic authors—representing various generations and poetic sensibilities—thereby testifying to the richness and vibrancy of the Croatian literary scene at the beginning of the twenty-first century. Through its carefully curated texts, the anthology demonstrates that the radio medium is not merely a conduit for the written word, but a stimulating cultural laboratory where authentic literary works and critical reflections on language, art, and contemporary society take shape. Irena Matijašević’s editorial approach successfully bridges the gap between an intimate authorial voice and high aesthetic standards, transforming the fleeting nature of radio broadcasts into a lasting printed record. Given its literary diversity and editorial sophistication, this volume remains a valuable resource for readers, literary critics, and scholars of recent Croatian literature and radio culture.