Step into the atmospheric world of The Sufi Storyteller by Faiqa Mansab — a novel that begins with lyrical brilliance and mystic allure, but slowly unravels into a tale that leaves you craving more substance. A poetic, introspective review that explores its soulful highs and melancholic dips.
Mystical Palimpsest: A Collection of Two Novellas by Manjima Misra is a mesmerizing blend of magical realism, existential introspection, and postmodern mystery. This thought-provoking literary masterpiece explores the depths of perception, identity, and justice, leaving readers captivated long after the final page.
What if I tell you the town you have just stepped into is a stranger -not only from the point of view of language barriers but the entire perceptibility and thought process? Totalitarianism in a never portrayed before sort of style, Study for Obedience by Sarah Bernstein, is a book you must pick up today
How does it feel when you lose a loved one? Life seems to just dissipate in pieces, isn’t it? Or is it more like you seem to compartmentalize and live, a piece at a time because you have been blown into countless smithereens at the loss of their lives, ain’t it? Brutally out but elementally true, Western Lane by Chetna Maroo is a coming-of-age novella that explores much more than sisterhood, grief and the turnstiles of the funny journey called life.
Imagine the plane you are traveling in crashes out in the open sea, yet you survive miraculously. Wait, there is another survivor alongside you—a 12-year-old kid? What if I tell you that you have to survive alongside that child out in the open seas and that help is not going to be coming anytime soon? Scared? Read on to find out about such a scenario in Wayward by Dethan, a tale like no other I have read before.
An antipathy that will make you sit back, mull, and wonder why colour is such a strongly held ground for discrimination even today, Dancers in the Dark by Ejaz Ahamad is a story that centres around the discrimination based on colour as well as all those so-called societal categories and stigmas that have been there for around centuries now. Yes, unfair behaviour against the LGBTQ+ community—that is what I am indicating here!
Your writer friend just struck gold by signing a deal with Netflix for a TV adaptation. Could it get bigger? You both are busy celebrating over cocktails while she shows you her latest, unpublished work-unpublished one. And then she drops dead? What would you do? Yellowface by Rebecca F. Kuang is a revelation, exploring the sad travesty of the dark side of publishing industry
What if I were to tell you that something,” say, a home,” is also a being, an identity on its own? Umm, how about this: it has feelings and likes and dislikes as well, and worse, what if it can sense and so can you, I mean, you sense its “displeasures”? Sounds twisted and dangerous, right? So, come alongside me on this thrilling tale where the paranormal and psychological fuse in a manner that you may never have experienced before. Let’s delve into A Dark and Shiny Place by Pragati Deshmukh
Discover the captivating world of Haruki Murakami’s surreal realism as we unveil 10 thought-provoking quotes that transcend the ordinary and illuminate life’s profound mysteries. Journey through the enigmatic blend of the surreal and the real, exploring transformative experiences, the power of memories, the enigma of time, and the profound impact of personal connections. Delve into the essence of existence and the depths of human emotions through the literary brilliance of one of the most celebrated authors of our time. Immerse yourself in the surreal realism of Haruki Murakami’s writing and uncover the beautifully mysterious landscape of life.
Want to read a book that has all the elements of your childhood and teenage years, making you reminisce about the 80s and 90s and sending you down fond memory lanes? Meet “Those Pricey Thakur Girls”, a story of Justice Laxmi Narayan and Mamta Thakur’s five daughters, which will make for a breezy yet bustling reading experience
Dive into our in-depth book review of After Sappho by Selby Wynn Schwartz. Discover a poignant tale that delves into themes of love, loss, and self-discovery. Uncover the author’s remarkable storytelling and the profound impact of this compelling literary work.
Discover the captivating journey of womanhood and identity in “Breasts and Eggs.” Mieko Kawakami’s enchanting novel delves into the complexities of these themes, offering a beautiful exploration that will leave you spellbound. Embark on a thought-provoking adventure that celebrates the power and resilience of women, as they navigate the intricacies of their bodies and search for true liberation.
What if I tell you guys to drown yourselves in pain, fluid and raw, and yet assure you that you will be back unscathed, seething in its flames and yet uncannily soothing in its undercurrents? Yes, the pain has that strange ability to be able to coil itself surreptitiously around the misery of our souls and yet soothe us subtly but surely, smarting our hearts and yet treating our souls. Wondering what’s up here? To Paradise by Hanya Yanagihara is a heartfelt tale of love and loss, measuring life’s many spectrums.
Does one’s love end when they die? Is the body or the soul—or both—the carrier of true, endless, unbounded love? This genesis of life and more are decoded through a brilliant love story, “An Imperishable Promise: If Afterlife Is True, Will You Still Come To Me?” by Sarathi Sahoo
Would you marry solely to obtain a green card and so-called “superior citizenship”? Exploring a story that addresses a fundamental question: can money really buy love? And, if so, how long will that love and relationship last before it dies? Dollar Bahu by Sudha Murty, a book review
I dove headfirst into a vat of emotions and came back dribbling with the wisdom of the ages. Doesn’t that sound like an imaginary line?
Well, you have got to read Two Minutes to an Eclipse and Other Moments by Anshu Choudhry.
Imagine getting on a superb ride, taking a pause of sorts from your usual “splendid,” “perfect,” and “heavenly” life, and enjoying human hood. Confused? Well, Ms Draupadi Kuru After the Pandavas by Trisha Das is a brilliant fictional account of what happens when our goddesses, or lady powers, choose to leave the confines of heaven and visit Earth. Is all hell breaking loose? Ah, now that is a paradoxical statement, huh?
Want to read a great mystery that has all the right elements of love and humour, too, in the perfect permutation? Yes, A Butterfly Riddle by Jaykay Heart is a riveting mystery you need to read now
Want to read a memoir that is closer to life? I mean, real life, without the filters that we are accustomed to seeing nowadays? 30 Years in the Searing Sun by Kalavathi Raj and Sanjida Smrity is the one you must bookmark for your next
You know what? Life is a b**ch and some books show us the real hues of the world we live in, discussing the intensities in depth. Broken Anvils by Rohith Agarwal is one such story, exploring emotions as well as workplace ergonomics through a brilliant perspective.
There are some books which stay so close to our lives, thanks to their impeccable narrative and satirical take on the circumstances. Subjective Bliss by Vez Jauffur is a satirical fiction that not only entertains but puts forth a piece of life which we all surely know but dare not acknowledge for the fear of being judged. This a brilliant insight into the lifestyle of the upstart, the rich and the obnoxious, bookmark this one for your next
An NRI, a common man or an actor turned terrorist? Who is Kamaal? Kamaal-Not a story of Just Another Terrorist by Adhyatm Awasthy
Whilst on an adrenaline high of drugs, an addict trying to decode the existence of God and other vital qualms in life -Scarlet Lines by P K Jha, a powerful and crisp attempt at a self-introspection towards the idiosyncrasies of life through the eyes of a drug addict
An epic encounter revolving around two different entities, Fight Story by Vamsidhar Chaturvedula is an action fiction which is a true entourage into the persistent battle between destiny and will
A journey encapsulating all from non-acceptance to finally coming to terms with one’s legacy-A book review of The Brocken Egg of Legacy by Tushar Parashar.
Exploring and revisiting kindness and the nostalgia of village life through One Summer in Poleru by Nanda Kishore Rajanala
Be the change you want to see in others. But have you yourself changed radically, for the good? Find out in my book review of The Art of Supreme by AB Kaura.
Mental Health – Taboo or tribulation? Exploring the mental health stigma through the book Crochet by Raman Agarwal.
What happens when the gentler sex decides to fight patriarchal forces, challenging the pr- set nationalities of the societal attitude? Catastrophe. No, seriously. But, for the woman who does so. Don’t believe me. Read my Book review of Padma by Mala Mahesh to discover one such instance.
Can one’s sin ever be washed out forever? Is it possible to worm your way away from the demons of the past? Presenting a tale that confluences these vital questions and much more through a tale speaking volumes beyond its words- Imperfect Shores by Priyanka Mishra
What if life gave you a second chance? Is God deciding to give a reset to your life? Sounds pretty lucrative. Read our review of And Before She Realised It by Piroja Shroff to discover such a hypothetical fictional tale.
Can one understand another’s emotions even if unspoken? Is it only love that can keep two people bound together or are there other factors such as trust, understanding and mutual respect too? And what if either of these ceases to exist? Where does one land from there? Presenting Sense of a Quiet by Deepak Kripal, a contemporary fiction which will give you much more than just an ordinary tale..
Can pain be so limitless and boundless that it extends beyond the realms of even drying up in your eyes like forgotten tears, just coating your senses with nothing but oblivion full of just the travesties of brutal human trafficking? Trigger Alert – Explicit, lewd content which may not be suitable for bleak readers. Book Review of House Boy by Lorenzo DeStefano
Ever read a book that leaves you empty, void of everything you have ever known yet so full to the brim that you are left, bursting to the seams with so much that you might just explode? Read the review of All The Lovers In The Night by Meiko Kawakami to find out about one such book which will turn you inside out
Ever thought about how it feels like to be homeless? That despair beyond endurance, come let’s explore such an intense tale of reconnecting with your roots through A Road To Abana by Lata Gwalani
Do you enjoy reading letters from your grandparents? If yes this one’s for you. Presenting a book review of Amidst The Sunflowers: Letters To My Grand-Children by Aabha rosy Vatsa.
Shankaracharya: Spilling Holy Blood by Anuj Tikku
Author Spotlight: Malini Amaladoss and her writing journey exploring love and its complex facets