The #WATWB was inspired by a simple conversation about how all the negativity on social media was weighing on us. Not just to talk but to make a difference we decided to try to do our part to infuse social media with all the good stories that are out there, the stories that show kindness, …
Month: March 2017
The Great Indian Literature Festival was a three-day literature festival, held in Udaipur. It was an invite only event and I was one of the invitees and a panellist as well. You can follow it on TGIL Facebook Page here. The debates, discussions and impact of bringing regional literature to fore as well as the …
THE PRINCESS OF A WHOREHOUSE: THE STORY OF A SWAMP LOTUS by Mayank Sharma Blurb Aparajita is a tenacious go-getter. Her name means unconquerable in Sanskrit, and she lives up to its meaning. Just like any other ambitious girl, she desires to fulfil her dreams and become an independent individual. …
A MILLION LEADER DREAM by Anu Sadasivan is a handbook that shows clear prospects of being an indispensable guidebook for freshers as well as mid-line managers in the IT industry. Though the author focuses primarily on the IT sector, where he works, but it can be a handy manual for all areas of business. The …
Glitter And Gloss is a funny, heartening, fast-paced love story by Vibha Batra. I enjoy her writing and loved The Activist and the Capitalist. Her books are full of love and have such a strong feel good factor that they are hard to put down once started and this book was no exception. This is …
This book, Wild Rose is a romance set in Italy, charming the reader with its quaint appeal, delightful food and beautiful locales. The scenic charm and the equally charming chef who whips up sinfully decadent food made me want to pack up and head to Lake Como. Rose conjures up images of a confident, sweet, …
1857, the date conjures up a time of awakening and unrest for India and when I found that it is a romance based on that era between an Indian princess and a British officer I was eager to read it. The mystique and allure of the royal bygone era were a big reason I signed …
SOULLESS is the story of Sia who is cold, calculating and out for revenge. As the story progresses it becomes clear she was wronged. Abused and manipulated she manages to get the details of her abuser and wants retribution. She plans to exact revenge involves fulfilling the conditions so she can reclaim her parents fortune. …
As a mother to a 7-year-old, I feel the need for us mothers to ensure that our children are using the right apps on their devices. We can restrict access but not stop it, in fact, we need to give access and approval to the apps, which will benefit our child. I have always tried …
My son had been watching the ad for #ColgateMagicalStories on the TV and wanted to play with them. He had been asking for the packs, asking me to get hem like last time from Blogadda. When I told him about the #ColgateMagicalStories and that this time the stories were of astronauts, space, aliens and all …
The world needs some TLC – tender, loving care so we all can leave a worthy legacy for our children and loved ones. What better way than to use my blog to share some good, heartfelt, positive news? Do you see the world in the picture/logo for #WATWB ~ We Are The World, it is …
Ponni’s Beloved is a labour of love – a translation of the Tamil classic Ponniyin Selvan. When Sumeetha asked me to edit and proofread her manuscript, I was astounded at her dedication, attention to detail and perseverance for the translation. She is very thorough in her writing, ensuring to keep the tone and era of …
Ruma is a beautiful, willful and feisty young lady who falls in love with the sweet, sinful and very handsome Lakshman. The love is perfect just like them, made for each other. They balance each other, where Ruma is driven by her passion, Lakshman strategizes so they can be together. The book is a quick …
The Last Bloom is about Priya and her journey of finding herself. She is in college and has always been a straight A student. As she enters Baranpur University for further education her idyllic world is shattered with the totally different and politically active environment. This book is her crossing into the practical world that …