Book - And ‘She’ Lived Happily Ever After? by Sandeep BograGenre - Women's Fiction Not all love stories have a happy ending. Not all love stories get their deserving climax. These unfinished love stories branch out, taking the path that life has chosen for them, making space for another plot to brew. That which maybe good or gruesome! And ‘She’ Lived Happily Ever After? by Sandeep Bogra is one such story. The story revolves around Naina, a young ambitious girl with hopes and dreams. Despite being the first in her family to come to the city to study, Naina carries the burden of her orthodox ..read more

Book - Main Batata Hoon by ShrutinShettyGenre - Anthology of short stories We’ve often heard of counter-intuitive approach. So, what are counter-intuitive narratives? Basically, these narratives present an idea by going against the conventional wisdom, by challenging assumptions, giving an alternative perspective that may surprise the reader. Author Shrutin Shetty’s latest offering ‘Main Batata Hoon’ presents a clear picture of counter-intuitive narratives. Main Batata Hoon can be seen as an oddity— a little away from the mainstream short stories. Most of the short story writers have often ..read more

Book - Unleash The Power House Within You by Dr. Ashwin SureshGenre - Self-Growth, Nonfiction “Whatever we sow, we will reap… So, we need to be careful of the thoughts we engage in, the emotions we carry and hold on to, and the beliefs that we stick to… because, ultimately, whatever our conscious mind accepts, our subconscious will use all its power to bring it to pass,” states author Dr. Ashwin Suresh in his book Unleash The Power House Within You. This book is as action-packed as it’s name. It infuses a thrill within, like a tingling sensation creeping up your back but that which is soot ..read more

Book - The Catch by Amy Lea Genre - Romcom Publisher - Penguin India Beachy, nautical and a perfect summer read that’s swoonworthy, funny and romantic – The Catch by Amy Lea.  This was my first book by Lea and I was absolutely invested in it.  The book hits closer home as it is a story of an influencer who finds herself in a new town for a collaboration. However, things go haywire and she is compelled to take shelter in a dilapidated B&B that’s run by Lucy and Evans. What begins as an enemies to lovers le ..read more

Book - Enchanting Neeli by Sanjeev Kotnala Genre - Romance “Rahul has learnt to move with the flow of the turbulent river called life by taking the path of least resistance. Breaking banks whenever the flow of emotions crossed his limited threshold. The river of Rahul’s life, an epitome of uncontrollable fury, is full of undercurrents with many rapids to negotiate.” The beauty of this love story or rather what attracted me to it, Sahiban and Mirza’s mare was called Neeli. Amrita Pritam and Imroz named their first car, Neeli. And author Sanjeev Kotnala ..read more

Book - Verses Of Reason by Uttam PatiGenre - Poetry “Lying upon the bed, with layers of memory, amidst invisible clouds, no more desires enchant, its footprints, rescinded.” The twisted tapestry of life is woven in words, enveloped in metaphors and similes, that’s a job of a poet. To take you away into an enchanting ambience and yet to show you the crude reality of life. Verses Of Reason by Uttam Pati is one such poetry collection. The book makes for a quick read and it is thematically divided into four sections – Earth, Life, Love and Farewell. The book artfully depicts the duality of life ..read more

Book - Being A Journey by Pankaj Gupta Genre - Non-fiction, Self-help Feeling empty or stuck is the most common feeling we all go through. This once-in-a-blue-moon-phase is a blessing in disguise. It is the point when we need to stop and introspect. The constant rigmarole drains us down. To stop and contemplate is, then, the need of the hour. Being A Journey by Pankaj Gupta is a book that takes us on this transformative journey.  A short, quick read, spread across 10 chapters, looks at different aspects of growth one chapter at a time. The bo ..read more

Book – The Vimana Transcripts by Vadhan                                        Genre – Adventure, Thriller, Mythological fiction  Author Vadhan is an accomplished writer whose works guarantee an immersive reading experience. The Vimana Transcripts happens to be my third read by the author and this one, much like its predecessors was an adrenaline fuelled, fulfilling chase.  Science can ..read more

Book – Instruments Of Torture by Aparna Upadhayaya Sanyal         Genre – Anthology of short stories  “Henry watched Jose leave with dry eyes. Eyes that had once roved the Grotto for other lovers. Eyes that now knew that not all touched in shadowed places where kind, not all unions full of love and gentleness” When I talk about Aparna Upadhyaya Sanyal’s book I can vouch that it is going to be a headturner. Her writing, quite lyrical, will wow you and the stories might leave you tongue-tied. Circus Folks & Village Freaks did that and Instrument ..read more

Book – Journey Of Awakening And Higher Consciousness by Jane Kim Yu Genre – Spirituality, Nonfiction Spirituality is the most used yet most misinterpreted term in today’s day and age. To understand spirituality you don’t need to look for the sources outside but delve deeper within you! Jane Kim Yu through her book Journey Of Awakening And Higher Consciousness offers clarity and accuracy on this topic. The book spans over 200 pages and is spread across 7 chapters. Through these chapters the author introduces us to the divine grace and reacquaints us with ourselves. She simplifies the complic ..read more