Literature

‘INVESTING DECODED’ Book Review

27 Nov 2023 10:07 AM IST

Investing Decoded: Simple Path To Building A Portfolio In Millions (Penguin India) by Anirudh Rathore is like a friendly mentor teaching you the ABCs of making money through stocks. Rathore, who used to work in banks and now owns heritage hotels, believes anyone can play the stock market game. You

Nine-year-old Aahana Mathur engages readers with adventurous journey of a beagle pup

27 Nov 2023 09:58 AM IST

Proving that creativity has no age limit, Aahana Mathur, a nine year old Primary-Years-Programme (PYP), Grade-IV student of Apeejay School International, New Delhi, has written and produced six self-published books, collectively known as the Milly and Me series. The books take the reader to an adventurous journey of a beagle

Poetry is wisdom beyond words and words beyond silence, says Divya Joshi

27 Nov 2023 09:57 AM IST

Prof. Divya Joshi, a creative writer, translator, has been teaching English for the last three decades. She has made a mark in academia with her research and publications and her areas of interest include Indian Aesthetics, Philosophy, and Cultural translation. She has travelled extensively for academic pursuits. Her short stories and poems have been published in prominent

Decade of change: E-Book consumption trends unveiled

20 Nov 2023 10:56 AM IST

E-book consumption trends have experienced significant shifts over the past decade, influenced by technological advancements, changing reader preferences, and market dynamics. Here are some key aspects to consider when exploring e-book consumption trends: Market Growth and Adoption Rates: Analyze the growth trajectory of e-book consumption globally and regionally. Highlight the

The Perfume Project: Journeys through Indian fragrance

20 Nov 2023 10:55 AM IST

Throughout history, the people of India have shown a keen interest in enhancing their surroundings and personal aroma. Rooted in a diverse landscape boasting over 18,500 aromatic plant species, this fascination has evolved into a sophisticated fragrance culture. From the rich allure of roses to the deep muskiness of oud,

I have been a storyteller all my life. I like to tell stories, says Anuradha

20 Nov 2023 10:54 AM IST

Anuradha has been working in the field of academics for the past 23 years. She has emerged as an acclaimed author too in addition to a dedicated Pedagogue . Being a wife of an army officer, she has travelled extensively in India and has lived in numerous states. She loves this gypsy

Books to look out for this week

16 Nov 2023 10:41 AM IST

WingStar: The Reluctant Superhero Rajani Thindiath (Author) Price: 98 Publisher: ‎ Amar Chitra Katha Pvt Ltd Come with us and meet WingStar aka MapuiKawlim. WingStar is the country’s first reluctant superhero. MapuiKawlim was just a regular 13-year- old girl from the town of Aizwa in Mizoram. She led an ordinary

A scintillating new translation of the classic Tamil novel

16 Nov 2023 10:37 AM IST

As the winds of political intrigue and dynastic upheavals blow through the Chozha Empire, it all comes down to one woman—the powerful Pazhuvoor Ilaiya Rani, Nandini. What is the strange power she wields over her influential husband, Periya Pazhuvettaraiyar? Why does the mere mention of her name torment Crown Prince

‘My readers continue where I leave’

16 Nov 2023 10:29 AM IST

Multiple international book award winner Jayanthi Sankar has graced several international panels of literary festivals, including APWT 2018 at Gold Coast and the Asean-India Pravasi Bharatiya Divas Writers Festival. The Singaporean author believes a fiction should always expand the readers’ imagination rather than conclude or get them to agree and that’s

Books to look out for this week

06 Nov 2023 10:21 AM IST

Tales of Horror Price- 199 Four gripping fictional stories of horror written by the host of the popular podcast show Indian Noir. Tales of Horror offers scary stories that will hook you in and leave you wanting to read more. Nikesh’s philosophy is that engaging in horror stories is like

Wait for your turn

06 Nov 2023 10:17 AM IST

For every disappointment, there is happiness For melancholy, there’s joy For every loss, there’s a win For tears in your eyes, there’s smile & grin The destiny balances it out And it’s a never ending game There’s always another bout So, never you accept defeat Never you succumb! The nature

Discover the Handcrafted Carpets, Rugs and Mats of Kashmir

06 Nov 2023 10:15 AM IST

About the book – Floor Coverings from Kashmir takes an in-depth look at the kaleen carpets, namdah, gabba, ari rugs and wagoo mats made in this region. USPs of the book: An in-depth researched study on the handwoven floor coverings of Kashmir. Comprehensively covers the history, production methods and special