Want to read some beautiful tales which give you that bit of “mum advice”? Enlightenment but in a manner which is subtle enough to drink in? Read on to discover Mom Says You Need To Be Strong! by Aditi Gupta
Want to discover life? Well, you gotta bite into it first! Woah there, I mean how about reading through small tales which take you through the deeper, intricate passages of life? Mrs Simon is Waiting and Other Stories by Dinesh Pathak is an assimilation of short stories that will take you through a journey of life like never before
How do you wish there was a cosmic signboard in front of you every time you were stuck on important decision-making for your child and needed guidance? Or what if there was something to help you and steer you towards the right path when you struggled with the different aspects of parenting at various stages of your child’s life? Parenting Tales by Anju Dhawan is a collection of 12 such stories that discuss the nuances of parenting uniquely and engagingly through these heartwarming tales
In the realm of contemporary literature, there exists a treasure trove of novels that transcend the ordinary, touching the deepest corners of the human soul. One such gem is Kitchen by Banana Yoshimoto. Originally published in 1988, this novella has captivated readers around the world with its lyrical prose, emotional depth, and exploration of the profound connection between food, grief, and the human spirit.
Some stories run deeper than skin. They constitute the rub-offs of the trysts a person has had with life itself. The only difference is that not all of us are candid enough to share them with everyone. And if a person does that, well, there’s nothing better than that, right? Ekarat by Ajay Khullar, a collection of stories straight from the heart.
I see a kaleidoscope of possibilities; I am getting unfocused, and poof goes my mind! That is what this one did to me.
An Eerie Muffle of Crime by Nirabhra Neel, a collection of 11 thrilling short stories, which you must bookmark for your next read
Has it ever happened that you read a book which somehow decides to get into your very skin, tingling the back of your neck funnily, egging you on to dive further on into it, straight head first into experiences and narrations which may feel fiction but you wished were true. Wait or is it like, been there done that? Alas, life and its quantum physics huh? Presenting a little musing of F*** My Brain by Amir Shaheen, a collection of satire worth its weight in gold.
Want to read “Life and its playful escapades”? Yes, how about indulging in life a little bit? Come revel in the dark and the light of it through a collection of short stories titled “Nautanki Saala” by Mohua Chinappa.
Ever read a book which has tiny tales, each embedded in its own space, like a little moment encased perfectly waiting to be discovered as one of the ultimate truths of life? Potpourri by Ranjit Kulkarni is a collection of poignant short stories scattering slices of life extraordinary amidst the mundane ordinary, exploring life at arm’s length.
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