Posts from the art category.
Ever picked up a book and, within a few pages, realized you were holding something that felt hauntingly familiar… yet thrillingly new? That was my experience with Escape from Media. As someone who grew up on the grit of The Hunger Games and the fire of Shatter Me, I felt instantly pulled into Brandy Stoker’s world — a place where magic can kill you, but love might just save you.Stoker, in her debu...
We all congregate to remember someone. The collective mourning resulting in catharsis is a fact as old as human existence on earth. Some are remembered in respectful silence. Some drink to forget their sorrows. Some share stories. I rather prefer, the celebratory method. The loud, obnoxious, sweaty maelstrom kind. Something like this. May joy and art erupt at your passing, for it will leave your ...
Hi!!This month I read a short, introspective non-fiction book by Jhumpa Lahiri — all about book covers and what they mean to her, both as a writer and a reader. Some of her thoughts really stayed with me, especially how we assume so much about someone/something based on appearances — clothing, covers, packaging.Read the review at - https://jaeeblogscom.wordpress.com/2025/06/19/sip-read-review-clot...
You know that oddly comforting feeling of slipping into a cozy armchair with a cup of chai and a murder mystery that doesn't rush, doesn’t scream for attention, but quietly charms its way into your heart? That’s The Bangalore Detectives Club in a nutshell. Think Agatha Christie meets vintage Bangalore—with a dash of turmeric.Harini Nagendra makes her fiction debut here, though she’s no stranger to...
Lately, the language politics in our country have been disturbing. But in the midst of it all, there are still people who live across states, languages, and cultures — happily and harmoniously.The hosts are warm and welcoming.The guests are curious, open to learning new languages, ideas, and customs — without burden or resistance. 🌍💛 Today’s story is about how she found connection beyond words w...
Every now and then, a book comes along that doesn’t just tell you a story—it wraps itself around your heart, gently stirs up thoughts, and walks beside you long after the last page. Ram c/o Anandhi did that for me.I picked up this novel with zero expectations—no buzz, no hype, just a curious title and a lingering instinct. Akhil P. Dharmajan, a fresh voice from Malayalam literature, pens this stor...
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...
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...
