April 2025 brings a diverse selection of compelling fiction and nonfiction books to the shelves. Here are 15 top picks to consider adding to your reading list, all available on Amazon India. Six Days in Bombay by Alka JoshiSet in Bombay, this novel follows Sona, a nurse entangled in a mystery after the sudden death…
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From Words To Views | Black Warrant
There are many web series featuring criminals, charting their criminal journey and even glamorizing lives of a few infamous serial killers. There are also few serials showing life behind the bars by giving a peek inside the prison life. However, most of these series primarily focus on the criminals and their backstories that lead them…
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…
From Words To Views | The Trunk
First impressions can be so deceiving, trailers can be a bit misleading, and even the series titles can be so confusing for the viewers. Like me, if you have watched the trailer but not read the original book, you might think this looks like an interesting murder mystery. Indeed, it’s a murder mystery, albeit not…
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…
Top 15 Must-Read Books to Buy in March 2025
As March 2025 unfolds, the literary landscape offers a diverse array of compelling reads across both fiction and non-fiction genres. Whether you’re seeking immersive narratives or insightful explorations of real-world topics, this curated list presents the top 15 books to consider adding to your collection this month. All selections are available on Amazon India. 1. “Victorian…
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…
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…
Top 15 Must-Read Books to Buy in February 2025
As February 2025 approaches, the literary world is abuzz with a plethora of compelling new releases across various genres. Whether you’re seeking gripping thrillers, profound literary fiction, or inspiring self-help reads, this curated list of the top 15 books to buy in February 2025 offers something for every reader. 1. “We All Live Here” by…
From Words To Views |The Perfect Couple
Based on the eponymous book by Elin Hilderbrand, it’s the story of an influential American family dealing with a tragedy during a wedding weekend. Although this unfortunate incident occurs during the busy 4th of July weekend, the backstory stretches back a couple of years, providing an intricate background to what happened. This is the story of the wealthy, old money…
Six of Crows | Leigh Bardugo
Kaz Brekker is well known for his many skills in the Barrel. He is a thief and successfully runs gambling parlors. He employs Grishas to help him. Kaz became the second-in-command of the Dregs. He also has a rivalry with gang leader, Pekka Rollins. Kaz is an impeccably dressed, charming manipulator. He carries a crow-headed…
Antral | Mohan Rakesh
On the surface, Antral looks like a typical novel looking into the relationship of Kumar and Shyama from a glass prism. Their story begins by giving an outsider’s insider perspective on how they both met and started on this tumultuous journey of developing their bond over the next few weeks. However, when you start reading…