Since the collapse of Indonesia's authoritarian regime in 1998, the diversification of literature has gained momentum. Initially, female writers heralded by Ayu Utami wielded literature as a weapon to voice women's ideas. Afterwards, various works began to sprung up, such as novels with ethnic Chinese themes, Islamic romances written by moderate Muslims, narratives of the Indian Ocean Tsunami, and best-selling books on educational dilemma. The adaptation of novels of the Reform Era into movies has also become a fashion. In the meantime, literary awards have also become an important indicator of literary thoughts. Given the history and reality before and after 1998, the Indonesian literary trend in the post-Suharto era should be viewed through three perspectives: the deconstruction of authoritarian discourses, breaking through established social barriers, and discourses with Western imagination.