8 Rules of Love – Jay Shetty: Book Review by Asha Seth

Author: Jay Shetty | Genre: Self-help | Pages: 320 Instead of presenting love as an ethereal concept or a collection of cliches, Jay Shetty lays out specific, actionable steps to help you develop the skills to practice and nurture love better than ever before. He shares insights on how to win or lose together, how to define…

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April Reading Wrap-up

In April, I read a lot of poetry. I’ve always felt it takes away the mundaneness of life. Good poetry is always refreshing. And I am never done exploring new poets. And that’s why I read a few Indie authors last month and loved their poetry better than some with the best-selling title. But April…

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Book Review: ‘Newsmakers Achievers Awards and My Struggle With Parallel Journalism’ by Vaidehi Taman

Introduction: In the realm of journalism, where truth often battles against biased narratives, Vaidehi Taman’s latest book, ‘NEWSMAKERS ACHIEVERS AWARDS AND MY STRUGGLE WITH PARALLEL JOURNALISM,’ takes readers on an enlightening journey through the author’s personal experiences and the challenges she faced as an independent journalist in India. This thought-provoking book offers a unique perspective…

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I Remember Abbu – Humayun Azad: Book Review by Asha Seth

Author: Humayun Azad | Translator: Arunava Sinha | Genre: Historical Fiction, War, Bangladesh | Pages: 128 Bangladesh, 1971: the war of independence from Pakistan has torn through peaceful villages and turned life upside down. In the midst of war, one young girl holds on as she discovers the world’s unpredictability. During her father’s prolonged absence, she reminisces about…

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Carefree in the Mountains – Brig DK Khullar: Book Review by Asha Seth

Author: DK Khullar | Genre: Non-fiction, Memoir | Pages: 214 | Publisher: Sabre & Quill Mountains bewitch the mind and provide repose and great delight. The powerful effect of mountaineering achievements can prove to be a source of great inspiration in ordinary life. In the book, the reader shall travel to the beautiful verdant sylvan valleys with cascading…

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A Love of Long Ago – Ruskin Bond: Book Review by Asha Seth

Author: Ruskin Bond | Genre: Fiction, Short-stories | Publisher: Rupa Publications There are many stages of love—the first encounter, stolen glances, secret kisses, longing, and sometimes, heartbreak. Featuring classics like ‘Time Stops at Shamli’, ‘Who Kissed Me in the Dark?’ and ‘The Girl on the Train’, the heartwarming collection of stories in A Love of Long Ago captures…

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In your Blood I Run – Sonia Bhatnagar: Book Review by Asha Seth

Author: Sonia Bhatnagar | Genre: Indian Literature, Thriller | Pages: 337 | Publisher: Harper Collins Simla, British India, 1936. On a cold, wet night, Ratan, a wandering law-college drop-out, is called to pick up his employer, Sara Davenport, from a party at the Governor’s residence. As he arrives, he sees a figure in the dark running through the trees.…

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12 Books for Your Spring Reading List

Hello there, reader! Spring is here. There’s freshness in the air, there’s newness all around, in the trees, the floral blooms, the way the earth smells, even the sun looks happier after the dull winter clouds have scattered away. Such a great weather calls for good happy things and warm cozy reads. Here’s a list…

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The Rabbit and the Squirrel – Siddharth Dhanvant Sanghvi: Book Review by Asha Seth

Author: Siddharth Dhanvant Shanghvi | Genre: Fiction, Graphic | Pages: 74 | Publisher: Penguin India The Rabbit and the Squirrel is a fairy tale for the modern day by one of India’s much-loved young authors. Illustrated by Stina Wirsén, this poignant and moving fable for all ages was originally conceived by the author as a private gift of love…

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