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Have you ever stumbled upon a story that feels like a bridge between the past and the present, connecting you to a legacy you never knew existed? That's precisely how I felt diving into Akshat Gupta's The Naga Warriors: Battle for Gokul. After his acclaimed Hidden Hindu trilogy, Gupta returns with a tale that resurrects the valor of the Naga Sadhus—warrior monks whose tales have long been overshad...
What happens when the soulful ghats of Banaras meet the techno beats of Berlin? When tradition collides with modernity? When a girl raised with Indian sensibilities falls for a boy born amidst European liberalism? In Banaras Meets Berlin, Dr. Yojna Sah Jain doesn’t just tell a love story—she paints a cross-cultural, emotionally textured, and socially aware portrait of what it truly means to belong...
Ever stared at the ceiling late at night, wondering if your refrigerator has a secret life or if your cat is silently judging your every life choice? Welcome to the wonderfully weird world of Haruki Murakami. Known for blurring the lines between dreams and reality, Murakami has built a literary universe where talking cats, parallel dimensions, and emotionally adrift men coexist quite comfortably. ...
Ever found yourself knee-deep in a project, wondering, “Why didn’t anyone prepare me for this?” That’s exactly where Joseph Dolphin’s What They Still Don’t Teach You In Project Management School hits home. It’s like pulling back the curtain on the glittering façade of project management theory to reveal the gritty, chaotic, real-world backstage.Joseph Dolphin—an experienced professional with battl...
It's been a long time since I felt the atmosphere of an extreme metal gig. This is a small congregation. In a small space. Physical contact is imminent. The bands who play here have not yet had a reason to compromise their art. Or refuse to do so. This is where the faith remains alive. The envelope is pushed. Old fans meet new. And excitement continues. For an art form to live and thrive, fearless...
The pandemic is no longer a breaking headline, but its imprint lingers in our daily lives, fears, and the choices we now make more cautiously. When I picked up COVID-19 AND HUMANITY – A RETRO-INTROSPECTION by Vishnu Mithinti, I didn’t expect it to take me back so vividly—to the eerie silence of lockdowns, the stifling fear of a cough in a grocery store, or the relentless updates of case numbers ri...
In the fast-paced world of contemporary literature, we often overlook the quiet power of stories that speak directly to our hearts. Imli Ka Chatkara by Dr. Yojna Sah Jain is one such collection that resonates deeply, especially with those who appreciate nuanced stories about everyday struggles and triumphs. This book is a perfect blend of insightful writing and emotional depth, capturing the essen...
Have you ever caught a glimpse of someone from your past and felt your whole world pause for a second? That aching nostalgia, the warmth of memories, and the sting of what could have been? Love Before Cricket by Sanjay Mittal hits you with that kind of emotional punch—and keeps you hooked with a smile, a tear, and a whole lot of heart.I’ve read quite a few books that try to blend sports with roman...
Have you ever found yourself seeking answers in silence, in nature, or in the unseen presence of something greater than you? That longing—that tug in the heart to believe, to surrender, to feel held—is at the core of The Power of Lord Ayyappa: Author’s Experiences by M.K. Devidasan. This isn’t just a book. It’s a spiritual hand extended to you, especially if you’ve ever wrestled with faith or carr...
