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बारोमास | सदानंद देशमुख

या वास्तवदर्शी ग्रामीण पार्शवभूमी असलेल्या कादंबरीचं एका वाक्यात वर्णन करायचं झालं तर मी म्हणेन ‘व्यथा’, हाच शब्द त्यासाठी जास्त समर्पक होईल. एका शेतकरी कुटुंबाची कहाणी सांगणारी कथा आपल्याला यापूर्वीही अनेक कथा, कादंबऱ्या आणि चित्रपटांमधून दिसल्यामुळे तशी बऱ्यापैकी परिचित आहे. पण या कादंबरीचं वेगळेपणा लेखकाने केलेल्या या चिरपरिचित कथेच्या मांडणीतून दिसतो. उपरोलिखित बहुतेक कथा, कादंबऱ्या आणि […]

Women’s Prize for Fiction 2025: Longlist

The Women’s Prize for Fiction 2025 has unveiled its longlist, featuring a diverse mix of debut authors and established literary powerhouses. This prestigious award recognizes outstanding fiction written by women, spotlighting narratives that challenge, inspire, and captivate readers. This year’s longlist showcases 16 remarkable novels, spanning genres and themes that reflect the richness of contemporary literature. Below […]

Top 15 Must-Read Books Featuring Strong Women Leads

1. The Night Watchman | Louise Erdrich Inspired by the true story of the author’s grandfather, this National Book Award-winning novel follows Pixie “Patrice” Paranteau, a determined young woman fighting for her Indigenous community’s survival in 1950s America. Why Read It? A powerful historical fiction novel that showcases resilience and activism. 2. The Paper Palace | Miranda Cowley Heller A beautifully […]

Ghachar Ghochar | Vivek Shanbhag

There are books where so much happens in the first few lines or paragraphs that set the mood of the entire story. There is that shock-and-awe factor that captivates the reader and then the anticipation goes a notch up as the storyline picks up the pace traveling from page to page, jumping from narrative to […]

The Drowners| David A. Anderson

Early on this novel, the author mentions Radiohead and their iconic song Creep which more or less sets off the melancholic mood of our protagonist. He prefers to be anonymous in the crowd and gets annoyed by the predestined path of his own life envisioned by his parents. He is smart enough to excel at […]

Top 12 Fiction Books Featured in HBO’s “The White Lotus”

HBO’s acclaimed series The White Lotus is renowned not only for its sharp satire and complex characters but also for the insightful literature its characters engage with. These books serve as extensions of their personalities, offering viewers a deeper understanding of their inner worlds. Below is a curated list of the top 12 fiction books featured in […]

Top 15 Best Books to Read for The Maha Shivratri Festival

Maha Shivratri is one of the most sacred Hindu festivals, dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is a time of deep meditation, spiritual awakening, and devotion. For book lovers, this festival is an excellent opportunity to immerse themselves in literature that explores Shiva’s wisdom, mythology, and philosophy. Whether you are seeking spiritual enlightenment, historical insights, or […]

And All Is Said — Memoir of a Home Divided | Zareer Masani

This controversial but acclaimed memoir offers an unflinchingly honest account of his parents’ private lives, his childhood, and the raw detailing of how their decisions and indecisions shaped their familial bonds. The author doesn’t shy away from telling the complicated truth, even if it doesn’t represent all the facts. He presents his best recollection of […]

15 Best Romance Novels to Add to Your Valentine’s Day 2025 Reading List

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to set the mood than by diving into a swoon-worthy romance novel? Whether you’re a fan of slow-burn love stories, enemies-to-lovers tropes, or heartfelt second-chance romances, this list has something for every book lover. Here are the top 15 romance novels to read before February […]