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- Book Review: A Choice Of Love by Vijay N. KoliA Choice Of Love by Vijay N. Koli is a contemporary romance fiction that narrates the story of an immigrant girl who is in a dilemma because of the cultural conflicts.The constant clash of cultures – Indian vs American, takes a toll on our protagonist. And it is about this choice of choosing her own identity, that the novel talks about. Read the review to know about the book in detail.
- Book Review: A Fish That Grows Tomato by Sushant MadaanA Fish That Grows Tomato by Sushant Madaan is an illustrated educational children’s book that uncovers the story of farming and agriculture in a fun, enhanced, and innovative way through Professor Sushi, a fish! Read the review to know about the book in detail.
- Book Review: If I Have To Be A Soldier by Nikhil J. AlvaIf I Have To Be A Soldier by Nikhil J. Alva is a story of two long-lost friends in the backdrop of 1966’s Mizo National Front(MNF) uprising and their armed rebellion. The author blends facts and fiction, history and imagination and shows how the negligence of the people in power can lead to a change in life, thoughts, psychology and thus, the ideology of the people. Read the review to know more.
- Book Review: The Hoopoe On The Lawn by Ruskin Bond – A New Story, A New Favourite, Again!In this latest novel – The Hoopoe On The Lawn, Ruskin Bond narrates the story of himself when he was eleven, and visits his grandmother’s home in Dehra during his winter vacation. Read the detailed review to know more about this new novel and why it is a favourite read!
- Book Review: Start Living Again by Saranya Umakanthan – An Exploration of Love and a Quest for MeaningStart Living Again by Saranya Umakanthan is a contemporary romance fiction. It shows the story of Ananya, a girl who lost everything she had in a single day. After losing everything she had, she met Anshik – the one who saw the ignite in her eyes from her dreams earlier – and here comes an unexpected reunion. Read the review to know more about the book.
- Book Review: The Tale of a Naughty Prank by Anand NeelakanthanThe Tale of a Naughty Prank by Anand Neelakanthan is a Puffin Chapter Book. This book shows a glimpse of Hindu Purana Stories through the characters of Narada Ji, Kubera and Lord Ganesha in a fun way. Read the review to know about the book in detail.
- Book Review: Ostrich Girl by Lesley D. Biswas – A Fun and Engaging Book that aims to bring a change through Unity and CollaborationOstrich Girl by Lesley D. Biswas is a Children’s Book that takes the readers to Henry Island, which is famous amongst travellers and visitors for the birds. When a visitor mistakes Ritu’s bird call for an ostrich’s and wants to see the bird which are nowhere on the Island, where will Ritu find one to show him? Read the review to know more about the book.
- Book Review: Nalisa’s Universe by Nalisa ChopraNalisa’s Universe by Nalisa Chopra is a collection of 101 poems that are divided into 7 chapters. Through the poems, the poet covers a range of themes, emotions, events, experiences, and anecdotes that can easily be interpreted through the names of the chapters. Read the review to know about the book in detail.
- Book Review: My Little Book Of Holi by Ashwitha Jayakumar, Illustrated by Swarnavo DattaMy Little Book Of Holi by Ashwitha Jayakumar, illustrated by Swarnavo Datta is a stunning board book that highlights the customs, traditions and stories behind the festival of colours: Holi. Read the review to know about the book in detail.
- Book Review: First Loves, Last Loves by Ruskin Bond – A collection that re-affirms the significance of Love and Romance!First Loves, Last Loves by Ruskin Bond is a collection of 12 stories that have love as a key theme in them. The love that comes from the various aspects of life, and something that stays for long for someone, and while for some, let’s just say trial and error. And these stories by Mr. Bond beautifully expresses these emotions. Read the review to know about the book in detail.
- Book Review: The Shortest History Of Democracy by John KeaneThe Shortest History Of Democracy by John Keane is an attempt to make the readers familiar with the concept of democracy from the time of its origin to some recent debates around it. Read the review to know about the book in detail.
- Book Review: The Shortest History Of China by Linda JaivinThe Shortest History Of China by Linda Jaivin attempts to cover the vast history of China in a short, readable account that can capture the attention and make the readers intrigued and informed about it. Read the review to know about the book in detail.
- Book Review: Love On The Second Read by Mica De Leon – A romance fiction set in a publishing world!Love on the Second Read by Mica De Leon is a romance fiction set in a publishing house in the Philippines. What happens when two editors working on a sci-fi romance manuscript share friendly―flirty―literary smackdown, stares and some emotions, and are interrupted by an obsessive ex-boyfriend, gorgeous ex-fiancée, and a friend worth having, things will get dramatic! Read the review to know about the book in detail.
- Book Review: I Won’t Wash My Hair by Aparna Kapur, Illustrated by Ogin NayamI Won’t Wash My Hair by Aparna Kapur is the story of Divya, who in the absence of her parents—who have gone away to Kolkata for two weeks didn’t want to wash her hair. And her wish gets fulfilled as she is living with her Aunt and her dog who is as unaware and uninterested as Divya would have liked. But for how long would she be able to avoid washing her hair? Read the review to know about the adventures of Divya and the book in detail.
- Book Review: What Happened to Grandpa by Nandini Nayar, illustrated by Aditi Anand – A Heartwarming and Emotional ReadWhat Happened To Grandpa is a heartwarming picture book that shows us the story of our little protagonist Neha and his Grandpa. Grandpa is old and not able to keep up with things, and his family seems to be losing him. But Neha is the one who reminds them of all her Grandpa is. In this tale of love and loss, would she be able to remember and celebrate her Grandpa? Read the review to know more.
- Book Review: The Legend of the Flute Player by Noel Parent, Illustrated by Marina MininaThis book is a journey that not only makes ghe protagonist Avvaiyar explore the sounds and silence of nature but the music within as well. Read the detailed review to know more about the book.
- Book Review: Win Every Argument by Mehdi HasanWin Every Argument by Mehdi Hasan shows how anyone can communicate with confidence, rise above the tit for tats on social media, and triumph in a successful and productive debate in the real world. Read the review to know about the book in detail.
- Book Review: My Little Book Of Diwali by Ashwitha Jayakumar, Illustrated by Swarnavo DattaMy Little Book Of Diwali by Ashwitha Jayakumar, illustrated by Swarnavo Datta is a stunning board book that highlights the customs, traditions and stories behind the festival of lights: Diwali. Read the review to know about the book in detail.
- Book Review: Second Star- Poetry of the Conscious State by Puranjay KhannaSecond Star: Poetry of the Conscious State by Puranjay Khanna is a collection of 110 poems and prose that aren’t confined to a single theme but carry the essence of life in them. Read the review to know about the book in detail.
- Book Review: Goagram by Bina NayakGoagram by Bina Nayak is a contemporary fiction that shows the side of social media and influencers. When the fashion designer Madhur Chopra, aka Maddie, escapes from COVID-infected Delhi to Goa to find the backdrop for her vlogs, a series of events changes her and her destiny. Read the review to know more.
- Book Review: The Royal Heist by Alisha Kay – a Fun, Light-hearted, Engaging RomanceThe Royal Heist by Alisha Kay is a royal romantic comedy having the grumpy sunshine trope showing the story of Maharaja of Savanur His Highness Jaidev Raisingh and Naina Gulati, the family member of legendary thieves. What happens when the goal of saving their family and heritage is intervened by a new profound love? Read the review to know about the characters and the book in detail.
- Mahi by Anand Neelakanthan: A book that not only children will devour but grown ups as well for the push it gives to their dreams – Book ReviewMahi: The Elephant Who Flew Over The Blue Mountains by Anand Neelakanthan is a captivating Children’s Fiction that shows the readers the story of Mahi, a baby elephant whose dream is to fly. When Mahi decides to fly over the Blue Mountains, he isn’t aware that fulfilling his dream could lead to endangering his life, but the future of his mother, family, and the whole of Anastan. Read the review to know more about the book in detail and why it is a perfect read for everyone.
- 5 Underrated Romance Reads that makes you feel Happy, Comfortable and Reflective!When all you see around you is romance, why not enjoy romance in books and stories as well? So here are 5 book recommendations from me that you don’t see much often around you as they’re quite underrated but deserve your love and attention and in return can provide you with a good time, and a comfortable space, and make you reflect things around you with a different perspective.
- Book Review: Revolutionaries by Sanjeev SanyalThe author Sanjeev Sanyal through his book – “Revolutionaries: The Other Story Of How India Won Its Freedom” highlights and narrates the story of the armed resistance and the people involved in it against the Britishers, and how it has been ignored carefully throughout History. Through this book, the author tries to fill that void. Read the detailed review to know more about the book.
- Book Review: The Museum Of The World by Christopher Kloeble tr. by Rekha Kamath Rajan – A book that masterfully weaves colonialism, teenage and dreams together!The Museum Of The World by Christopher Kloeble is translated from German into English by Rekha Kamath Rajan.
- Book Review: Conversations With Aurangzeb by Charu Nivedita, tr. by Nandini Krishnan – A genre-blending book that fascinates and irritates at the same timeConversations With Aurangzeb by Charu Nivedita, translated from Tamil by Nandini Krishnan is a genre-blending fiction book. In the story, the writer while researching for his new novel wishes to speak to the spirit of Shah Jahan. But Shah Jahan is elbowed out by Aurangzeb. And this started a series of conversations. Read the detailed review to know more about the book.
- The Bandit Queens by Parini Shroff – A debut novel where “Research meets Compassion” : Book ReviewLonglisted for The Women’s Prize for Fiction 2023, The Bandit Queens by Parini Shroff is a genre-blending debut novel that makes the story a lot more than what it seems on paper. Read the detailed review to know more about the book.
- Murder Under A Red Moon by Harini Nagendra – A Desi Crime Fiction with a Female Detective : Book ReviewMurder Under A Red Moon by Harini Nagendra is a crime and mystery nobel, a latest book and second part in the bestselling Bangalore Detectives Club series. Read the review to know about the story in detail.
- What You Are Looking For Is In The Library by Michiko Aoyama – A book that comforts you through the recommendations of a librarian : Book ReviewWhat You Are Looking For Is In The Library by Michiko Aoyama, translated from Japanese to English by Alison Watts shows us the story of people who are looking for some hope, trust, motivation, and maybe a book as well. And the recommendations for the book come from the librarian Sayuri Komachi, who not only looks for what one is looking for in the book, but for life, for something that not only helps them in reading a book, but also, living the life. Read the review to know more about the book.
- कविता: सब कुछ, थोड़ा बिखरा बिखरा सा – जयनंद गुर्जरअक्सर बिखरी चीज़ों में कुछ बिखरा हुआ मिल जाता है! एक कविता, उसी बिखरेपन को समझते हुए।
- Book Review: The Parents I Met by Mansi Zaveri – a book that seeks answers about parenting from the Parents of Successful IndividualsThe Parents I Met by Mansi Zaveri is an anthology of the interviews that the authors did with the parents of successful individuals in society to find out how they raised their children and the fundamentals of their parenting. To know more about the book and why this book is not only for parents but children as well, read the detailed review.
- Wednesday’s Child by Yiyun Li : Stories that carry love, loss, longing and belonging – Book ReviewWednesday’s Child by Yuyan Li is a collection of stories that revolve around the themes of love, loss, longing, and belonging. Read the review to know more about the collection.
- Book Review: Gold In Goa by Amrita BasuGold In Goa: Race for the Treasure by Amrita Basu is the first book in the Ankur & Maithilli Mystery Series. Read the detailed review to know about the book.
- Book Review: Hot Stage by Anita Nair – A new book in the Borei Gowda SeriesHot Stage by Anita Nair is a crime and thriller story in the Borei Gowda Series, which can be read as a standalone as well. What happens when a Professor who is a well-known critic of right-wing forces is found dead? Is it a political motivated murder or something else? Read the detailed review to know more.
- Book Review: The Maharaja’s Fake Fiancée by Alisha KayThe Maharaja’s Fake Fiancée by Alisha Kay is the first book in the Devgarh Royal Series. It is the story of Nivy Sharma who is an actress and lived in Mumbai before coming home to Devgarh, where she meets Veerendra Singh, the Maharaja of Devgarh, again, after five years. Read the review to know more about the story.
- Under The Mistletoe & Other Stories by Manali Desai – A heartwarming read to accompany you in the festive season : Book ReviewUnder The Mistletoe & Other Stories by Manali Desai is a collection of 12 short stories and 6 poems that share the love of festivals and the joy and hope they bring. Read the review to know more about the book.
- Book Review: Happenstance by Tessa BaileyBook: Happenstance Author: Tessa Bailey Genre: Romance Comedy Publisher: Piatkus Pages: 288 Happenstance by Tessa Bailey is the story of Elise Brandeis, who wants to work as an actual reporter at Gotham Times but instead is delivering sandwiches there. And so to get there, she is trying to find a story that can impress the …
- Book Review: Susanna’s Granthpura by Ajai P. Mangattu, translated by Catherine ThankammaA Translated book from Malayalam Literature that talks about the possibility of discovering an unfinished manuscript by a long-forgotten writer, that’s rich in literary references and conversations. Read the detailed review to know more about the book.
- The Henna Start-Up by Andaleeb Wajid – A YA Romance Fiction that covers a range of social issues : Book ReviewThe Henna Start-Up by Andaleeb Wajid is the story of Abir who wants to become independent and make a name for herself, but her family wants her to complete her graduation and get married afterward. Read the review to know more about the book.
- Madam Commissioner by Meeran Chadha Borwankar: A book giving the first-hand insights into the Administrative Services – Book ReviewMadam Commissioner is a memoir by Meera Chadha Borwankar where she revisits her experience and journey of being a woman officer of the Indian Police Service. She started narrating her journey from the time she graduated from the National Police Academy as the sole woman of the 1981 batch! Read the review to know more about the book.
- Book Review: The Night Has A Thousand Eyes by Ruskin Bond – A book that celebrates love, warmth and friendshipThe Night Has A Thousand Eyes by Ruskin Bond is a collection of 36 favourite stories of the author that celebrates love, warmth, and friendship. The stories in the collection strike the human emotions that everyone goes through – Love! Read the review to know why this book is one of the favourites compilation of Bond’s Stories.
- All The Love You Deserve by Preeti Shenoy – A real, relatable and grounded tale of three different personalitiesPreeti Shenoy is an author whom I feel that anyone can read anytime. And this newly published book is not an exception.
- Book Review – The Blogchatter Book Of Thrillers: Short and Crisp Stories having diversity at its coreWhat happens when a community of people who read each other’s works frequently comes together to manifest their writing in a book? The answer to this question is “The Blogchatter Book Of Thrillers”. It is a collection of 15 stories, each written by a different author. Read the review to know more about the book.
- Review of Faf Through Fire by Faf du Plessis: A raw, honest and fascinating journey of a celebrated cricketer!Faf Through Fire by Faf Du Plessis is this account from his childhood days to playing the domestic and then for the Proteas, and his long journey from debuting in ODIs to Tests, playing in IPL, World Cup, and experience with Dhoni, CSK, and RCB! Read the review to know more.
- Book Review – Caste As Social Capital by R. Vaidyanathan: Looking at caste through the lens of EconomyCaste As Social Capital by Professor R. Vaidyanathan provided the perspective of caste from the lens of business, economics, and entrepreneurship and its importance in finance, markets, and the workforce. Read the review to know more about the book.
- कविता: कभी किसी का फोन आए, तो उठा लिया करना – जयनंद गुर्जरकभी किसी का फोन आए, तो उठा लिया करो। अक्सर एक फोन कॉल जिंदगी बदल सकता है। कहने को एक कविता है, तुम इसे कहानी समझना। पढ़ना ज़रूर।
- Book Review: A Second Chance by Subhashini Prasad – A story about finding love in the 60sA Second Chance By Subhashini Prasad is a Contemporary Fiction that explores the life, relationship, and love of Padma Rajagopalan and Narendra Rathore. This is the story 9f finding love in 60s, of giving life a second chance. Read the review to know more about the book.
- Book Review: I’m A Fan by Sheena Patel – A debut novel that created sensation!I’m A Fan by Sheena Patel was one of the most anticipated reads for me. Longlisted for the 2023 Women’s Prize for Fiction, this debut novel sounds like something that could be relatable to many of us, because of the theme of social media! Read the detailed review to know more about the book.
- World’s Best Girlfriend by Durjoy Datta: The New Talk Of The Town in Romance genreWorld’s Best Girlfriend by Durjoy Datta is a contemporary romance fiction, showing the story of Daksh and Aanchal, who meet at a resort in Andamans. Read the detailed review to know more about the story.
- I Named My Sister Silence- A tale of Distruction and Displacement By Manoj RupdaOriginally written in Hindi as “Kaale Adhyaay”, this book by Manoj Rupda is now translated into English by Hansda Sowvendra Shekhar as “I Named My Sister Silence”. Longlisted for the JCB Prize For Literature, this novel screams through its themes. Read the post to know in detail about the book.
- “Forget Me Not” by Alyson Derrick – The solo debut by the co-author of “She Gets The Girl”Forget Me Not by Alyson Derrick is the solo debut by the author, after co-authoring “She Gets The Girl” with Rachael Lippincott. This is a romance novel showing the story of Stevie and Nora. Coming from a small, conservative town, they were done with hiding their love from all and keeping it a secret. Read the post to know more about the story!
- Night in Shining Armour by Manali Desai – Poems Celebrating The Essence Of Nights!Night In Shining Armour by Manali Desai is a collection of 55 poems, divided into two parts – Facets and Pursuits. As the title suggests, the main theme of the poems is Nightly Experiences and Encounters. Read the review to know more about the book and my views.
- Judging a book by its cover – Poem by Jainand GurjarDo you judge books because of their cover? Did someone ever judge you because you judge a book because of its cover? If yes, this poem is for you!
- When The Vibe Is Right by Sarah Dass – a delightful enemies-to-lovers contemporary romance set during Trinidad’s Carnival celebration.When The Vibe Is Right By Sarah Dass is an enemies-to-lovers, contemporary romance fiction, set during Trinidad’s Carnival celebration. Read the review to know what the book is about and what to expect from it.
- Book Review: Love And (Mellow) Drama by Manali DesaiLove & (Mellow) Drama by Manali Desai is the 2nd book in the Love Trials series, after the first book Love Try Angle. Read the review to know about the story and my views.
- 5 Books that teach you to be the better version of yourself!Books teach us things before life does! And they help us to find the hidden gems in ourselves about which we didn’t know or were doubtful or don’t know if we are capable enough for it! They are our best confidants and source of motivation. And here are 5 books that can help you to become a better version of yourself!
- भली लड़कियां बुरी लड़कियां: एक नजर दिल्ली पर, एक जद्दोजहद वाला नज़रियावह किताबें दिल के बड़े करीब होती है, जो आपको सोचने पर मजबूर करे, और अक्सर लिखने को भी। “भली लड़कियां बुरी लड़कियां” अनु सिंह चौधरी द्वारा लिखित उपन्यास एक ऐसी ही किताब, ऐसी ही कहानी है!
- Book Review: My Imperfect Love by Niharika JindalMy Imperfect Love is my first read by the author Niharika Jindal. I have heard a lot about her previous book “Wake up, girl!” and was excited to read her work. Read the detailed review to know about the book and my views.
- Book Review: Rama Of The Axe by Ranjith RadhakrishnanWe all have heard about Parshurama somewhere or the other, like in Ram-Lakshman-Parshuramn Samvad (राम लक्ष्मण परशुराम संवाद), or because he is believed to be one of the Chiranjeevis (immortals). But somehow, we mostly saw him as a part of a story rather than of his own. And this mythological fiction, Rama Of The Axe by Ranjith Radhakrishnan shows us his story.
- Enemies To French Kisses by Elsie Woods: A treat for Romance Readers!Enemies To French Kisses by Elsie Woods is the second book in the “Falling in Paris” series which can be read as a standalone as well, the first one being “Falling for French Kisses”, which was one of my favourite reads of the 1st half of this year. Read the detailed review to know more about the book and why romance readers should check it out.
- How To Find Love When You’re Weird by Camilla Evergreen: A perfect comfort rom-com!How To Find Love When You’re Weird by Camilla Evergreen Romantic Comedy. Read the detailed review to know why it is a perfect comfort read!
- Book Review: Rooh by Manav Kaul, a book blurring the line between Past and Present of Kashmir!Rooh by Manav Kaul, Translated from Hindi to English by Pooja Priyamvada is a novel, which looks like a confluence of genres, it’s mentioned as a novel in the description of the book, it is a travel account, and while reading, it almost feels like autobiographical! Read the detailed review to know about the book and why it is a deep, impacting book.
- कविता: एक किताब खुलेगी, एक पन्ना पलटेगा – जयनंद गुर्जरएक कविता में एक किताब, एक पन्ना, एक कहानी और एक किरदार, अपने आप में एक पूरी दास्तान।
- Book Review: Nikhil Out Loud by Maulik PancholyNikhil Out Loud by Maulik Pancholy is a middle-grade novel that shows the story of Nikhil Shah. Nikhil is a thirteen-year-old Indian-American boy who works as a voice actor for Raj Reddy on the hit animated series Raj Reddy in Outer Space. What happens when he shifted to a new city all of a sudden. Read the detailed review to know more about the book.
- Lessons In Fun And Frolic by Ruskin Bond: A Children’s Book which is not only for Children!Lessons In Fun And Frolic- An Essential Collection For Children by Ruskin Bond is an anthology of 31 stories. This collection consists of the stories that can ignite the curiosity, imagination, excitement, thrill and at the same time, entertain the readers. Read the detailed review to know more about the book and my views.
- Favourite reads from the First Half of 2023!After having a magnificent first half of the year reading wise, having read 55+ books in 6 months, here I am, finally sharing my top 10 favourite reads from the first half of the year, in no particular order!
- Book Review: Flawed by Shilpa SurajFlawed: A grumpy sunshine age gap romance is the first book in the Disgrace series by Shilpa Suraj. What happens when a Perfectionist meets Flawed. What will happen when their personalities will clash with each other? Read the detailed review to know more about the book and my views.
- Book Review: Marquez EMS Gulam & OthersMarquez EMS Gulam & Others by Benyamin is a short story collection, where the stories are “fictional” but inspired by real-life events. Read the detailed review to know more about the book and my views.
- Old Roads, New Roads by Ruskin Bond – One more favourite! Read to know why!Old Roads, New Roads by Ruskin Bond is a collection of 17 stories through which the author takes us to different places. Read the detailed review to know more about the book and why it is another favourite book of mine.
- Book Review: The Witch In The Peepul Tree by Arefa TehsinThe Witch In The Peepul Tree by Arefa Tehsin is a murder mystery, suspense novel. Read the detailed review to what the story is about and my views.
- Book Review: Subversive Whispers by Manasi, Translated by J. DevikaP. A. Rukmini, known by her pen name Manasi, is a Sahitya Akademi Award-winning author for her book Manjile Pakshi and is known for her feminist short stories. And some of her prominent stories are translated by J. Devika in this collection, Subversive Whispers. Read the detailed review to know more about the book and my views.
- Book Review: Fruits of the Barren Tree by Lekhnath ChhetriFruits of the Barren Tree by Lekhnath Chhetri, Translated by Anurag Basnet is a contemporary fiction which shades the light on the Gorkhaland Movement. Read the detailed review to know more about the book and my views.
- Book Review: The Great Indian Tamasha by Rasika BhatiaThe Great Indian Tamasha: Adventures Of A Wedding Planner is the debut book of the author Rasika Bhatia where she shared the stories and incidents that happened with her as a wedding planner. Read the detailed review to know more about the book and my views.
- Book Review: One Night Only by Saumyaa VohraOne Night Only by Saumyaa Vohra is the story of four friends – Rubani, Natasha, Saira, and Faiza. When Rubani’s long-term boyfriend Kabir dumped her, she was devastated, and to make her feel buoyant again, the friends decided to go on a Goa vacation, a plan which was long due. Read the review to know more about the book and my views.
- Shurjo’s Clan by Iffat Nawaz: Why it is one of my favourite reads and why you should read it as well!Shurjo’s Clan by Iffat Nawaz is a literary fiction that blends the genre of contemporary fiction and magical realism beautifully, written in the backdrop of the Bangladesh Liberation War. Read the detailed review to know more about the book and why it is my favourite.
- Book Review: To Make The World Beautiful For You by Kalyani SinghTo Make The World Beautiful For You is a fantasy romance by Kalyani Singh. Read the detailed review to know more about the book and my ky views about this debut novel.
- Book Review: Heart On The Edge by Novoneel ChakrabortyHeart On The Edge by Novoneel Chakraborty is the story of Naishee who is finding her missing brother. To know more about them, the story and, my views, read the detailed review.
- Book Review: Black Soil by Ponneelan, Translated by J. PriyadarshiniBlack Soil by Ponneelan, translated from Tamil by J. Priyadarshini is a book that talks about a lot of social issues, having the “atrocities faced by farmers four decades ago” as a main theme. Read the detailed review to know about the story and my views.
- Book Review: Old School Tales by Ruskin BondOld School Tales by Ruskin Bond is a collection of stories that takes us back to our school days, reminding us of careless, free, and simpler times. Read the detailed review to know more about the book and my views.
- Munni Monster by Madhurima Vidyarthi: A Book that everyone should readMunni Monster is a children’s fiction by Madhurima Vidyarthi which shows the story of Mishti and how her life changes with the arrival of Munni. Munni, Thamma’s cousin and a patient with cerebral palsy. Read more to know more about the book and why it is a must read book.
- Book Review: Eating Less Is Making You Fat by Vijay ThakkarEating Less is Making You Fat: How to Lose Weight Without Starving by Vijay Thakkar is a book that talks in detail about fitness. To know more about the book and my views, read the detailed review.
- Contagious Love: A Story in the Backdrop of the PandemicContagious Love by Aishvarya Murali and Sriram Emani is the story of Samyuktha Kumar and Abhimanyu Singh. While the former is doing her studies, the latter is a Lieutenant. And when COVID makes the world stuck inside their home, Samyukta has no other option than being back at her home from her hostel, where Abhimanyu is posted outside their society to impose the lockdown. To know more about them and the story, read the detailed review.
- How to evoke interest in children for reading and be age specific: Blogchatter WritFestKey Takeaways on “Writing books that evoke adventure in children and making sure they cater to a specific age group is a special talent.” Read the post to know about it in detail.
- Dear Mr. Bond – A Letter From A Reader Who Adores You!A letter to one of my favourite authors, an author whose words calms me, comforts me and give me different perspective of life with each and every story!
- Book Review: Evoked by Mansi BabbarEvoked by Mansi Babbar is the story of Sevita and Sama, twin sisters who are exact opposites, the former being completely extroverted and popular, and the latter being an introvert and loner. But what will happen when one of them dies a sudden death? To know more about this captivating mystery-thriller book, read the detailed review!
- Book Review: In A Thousand Different Ways by Cecelia AhernIn a Thousand Different Ways by Cecelia Ahern is a contemporary fiction of around 323 pages. It is the story of Alice, a normal girl who started seeing colours, sorry colours around people, colours which shows the real feelings of people! And it’s her journey to find herself in between all the negativity, dark thoughts, rage, and sadness. To know more about the story and my views, read the detailed review.
- Mini Review: Zikora by Chimamanda Ngozi AdichieWhen Zikora, a DC lawyer from Nigeria, tells her equally high-powered lover that she’s pregnant, he abandons her. But it’s Zikora’s demanding, self-possessed mother, in town for the birth, who makes Zikora feel like a lonely little girl all over again. To know more about the story and my views, read the review.
- Book Review: Build, Don’t Talk by Raj ShamaniBuild, Don’t Talk: Things You Wish You Were Taught in School by Raj Shamani is a non-fiction l, self-help book that goes into the details of what we should have been taught in schools and where the education system lacks. To know more about the book and my views, read the detailed review.
- Book Review: I Hear You by Nidhi UpadhyayI Hear You by Nidhi Upadhyay is a Psychological Thriller book based on the story of Mahika. Facing three miscarriages already, she was losing hope when she got Rudra, the world’s first genetically altered foetus, all thanks to her husband, Shivam, who wanted a perfect creation. But what will happen when the foetus starts listening to her mother and started responding? To know more about the book and my views, read the detailed review.
- Book Review- XO, OX: A Love Story by Adam Rex, illustrated by Scott CampbellXO, OX: A Love Story by Adam Rex, illustrated by Scott Campbell is a short children’s book. To know more about it and my views, read the detailed review.
- Book Review: Wrong by Shilpa SurajWrong by Shilpa Suraj is a contemporary romance fiction. It’s the story of Ananya and how her life gets entangled because of the brothers, Arvin and Arnav. To know more about the book and my views, read the detailed review.
- Book Review: Vikram And BetalVikram And Betal constitute a big chunk of our childhood and continue to be one for many more generations now. This illustrated book is one such way to make it inclusive for everyone. To know more about the book and my views, read the detailed review.
- Book Review: Once Upon A Scandal by Shilpa SurajOnce Upon A Scandal by Shilpa Suraj is the second book in the Il Cuore series. This book explores the story of Kanak Shourie and Aakash Thakkar, the characters that stood out quite well in the first book. To know more about them and my views, read the detailed review.
- कविता: तुम वो किताब बननाएक कविता: किताबों, प्रेम और अपनेपन के नाम!
- Book Review: Highway To Swades by Bhairavi JaniHighway To Swades by Bhairavi Jani is a little different travelogue, which explores and tries to find the answers to what being an Indian means, what it is that holds the people of this country together even when they are not so similar, and what it is that binds this country together after so many changes. To know more about the book and my views, read the review.
- Read Well, Write Well: My favourite book by Ruskin Bond till now!Read Well, Write Well is my favourite collection by Ruskin Bond till now. To know the reason behind it, read the detailed review.
- Book Review- Gender Queer: A Memoir by Maia KobabeGender Queer is a Graphic Memoir by the author and illustrator Maia Kobabe. To know more about the book and my views, read the review.
- Book Review: Mindful Musings And Peaceful Ponderings by Manali DesaiMindful Musings & Peaceful Ponderings by Manali Desai is a collection of 50 poems and in this collection, each poem depicts an emotion, and how we feel its intensity. To know more about these poems and my views, read the detailed review.
- Book Review: Once Upon A Mistake by Shilpa SurajOnce Upon A Mistake by Shilpa Suraj is the first part of the Il Cuore series. This is the story of Maya and Yash, and how their life changed completely after an accident, five years ago. What will happen when their paths get entangled again, on both professional and personal fronts, with the whereabouts and deep-rooted effects of the accident? To know more about it, read the detailed review.
- Book Review: Not You Please by Anuradha DevNot You Please is the debut book by author Anuradha Dev. A contemporary romance fiction, having the enemy to-lovers and love triangle trope! To know about what the story is and my views, read the detailed review.