Belief in 'power of storytelling' drives Haruki Murakami

Japanese writer Haruki Murakami, whose latest work explores new territory like rebirth and family, says he is a believer in the power of storytelling.Murakami, 68, opened up to Japanese reporters in an interview about "Killing Commendatore," a novel published in Japanese in two parts in February."Killing Commendatore" has a propulsive story, multilayered themes and lavish imagery. It ends with a sense of warmth, enveloping characters who have lost people dear to them or are deeply wounded.It also describes prayers for rebirth."Storytelling gives people power -- I believe that," Murakami sai…READ FULL ARTICLE