This ‘Books of 2024 Reading Wrap-up’ is a happy one, filled with not just 32 physical books but also audiobooks that I finished in the past year. My best read of 2024, Lessons In Chemistry was an audiobook!! And I am more surprised than anyone else. I am now listening to a new book, More …
All of us feel strongly, think deeply, and our lives are bundled up with our emotions. Sharing feelings never comes easily, especially for young kids learning to navigate complex emotions as they grow up. As a child steps out, they encounter different behaviours and tasks ahead, not all they want to do. The world away …
Blogchatter and Readomania are true blue homegrown brands that I’ve seen flourish and always wanted to be a part of. A call for the Blogchatter Anthology was an unmissable opportunity for me to join them. The theme of the anthology for this year was love, and I lovingly wrote my story. Love and fiction are …
The Shape of Ideas: An Illustrated Exploration of Creativity is a comic book that simplifies our serious lives! Neat, clean lines, and simple, everyday life illustrations that Grant Draws, is how you will find him on social media as he effortlessly reflects on the deep messages all his posts have. Life is what we make …
Today for the editor interview series I am pleased to welcome an extremely dedicated, passionate and talented editor. The idea that copyeditors in India should have a tribe, a forum, and a group of fellow editors across the country and area of expertise was the brainchild of Mr. Vivek Kumar, founder Indian Copyeditors Forum. I …
Venturing deep into the heart of Mumbai, uncovering the daily grind, harsh realities and an unforgiving, unrelenting pace, No Presents Please engrossed me and shook me as well. It is a selection of 16 stories of the lives of ordinary people that come alive with his prose and pathos. Easy-flowing language with simple expressions of …
When Mommy Was a Little Girl is full of sweet, endearing stories. Childhood stories and lessons that relive the years bygone. The book is a collection of stories that will definitely take you down memory lane. Dipped in nostalgia, it was a fast, cute and funny read. The stories are based on genuine stories of …
As a member of the Indian Copyeditors Forum, I have met editors from various fields during our offline and online meetups. You can catch the weekly zoom sessions on various aspects of editing that are conducted by leading experts. I have been fortunate to publish a book that helps you understand the basics of editing required …