A Happy New Year to you! A couple of days after the euphoria of the new year has faded, I take stock of where I am. A new year, a new day but it is the same old me, the person, but some old, some new aspirations, and goals. With my focus more on health …
The world can always do with some positive and hopeful news. For this month’s post of #WATWB In Darkness, Be Light I have the story of a school for orphan girls. This school born out of a sad incident is bringing love, light and education to many young girls. Founded in 2000 by P Surendra, …
The best news from the #WATWB In Darkness, Be Light for us is when we hear of a positive action for the sustenance of our Mother Nature. We celebrated Earth Day a couple of days ago so talking about how we can nurture our planet back to good health felt right for my post for …
Mexico has always been in the news and the books are equally eye catching. The books represent its rich heritage, culture and environment. I have added a few more to my TBR, I am sure you will too after reading about the books from Mexico. Lost Children Archive by Valeria Luiselli LONGLISTED FOR THE WOMEN’S …
The alphabet L has been a difficult alphabet to choose a city or country. Even though I have been using countries for all the alphabets but I wanted to have London for this one since U is already taken. Even S has a lot of contenders, let’s see what I choose. London, Britain, England or …
Kenya is all at once blessed and troubled. Striving from the aftermath of a colonial rule, rampant corruption and ethnic troubles, it also has a diverse landscape, villages, bustling capital city, beaches and the picturesque savannah. The books also reflect the country’s volatile past, struggles and societal impact. These books are diverse and they will …
For the J alphabet, I had to choose Japan since it is one country that fascinates me to no end. The land of the rising sun, cherry blossoms, food, and a culture rich society. Japan has it all with it varied, a mix of traditional and modern. Whether it is literature, culture, traditions, discipline or …
I is for India and India is my country but there are so many books to choose from that the mind boggles. It does for other countries as well but a personal bias makes it even more difficult. Books and authors I enjoy reading are across diverse genres, see if you like the few I …
The place to visit with H is definitely Hungary. The surreal streets of Budapest beckon us. It is one of the 15 most popular tourist destinations in the world with a capital city that is mesmerising and beautiful. By the river Danube, this landlocked country has seen it all. From oppression to war and exodus, …
Germany was my obvious choice for G. Not only does it have such a controversial history but I have read many unforgettable books about Hitler and Nazi Germany that brought out the human spirit and celebrated life. Germany or germans leave an impact no matter the genre. Here are three much popular and awarded books …
The stylish, suave and smitten in love, France evokes powerful emotions with its grandeur and beauty. Love and pathos are companions to thrilling chases and mysteries across this beautiful land. France is beautiful, stylish and a lovers paradise so the books, written or based in France are equally thrilling. Romance, love, suspense or mystery – …
The mystic land of Cleopatra, Pharaohs, Mummies, golden sands, breathtaking Nile, and the pyramids. It cannot get more thrilling, romantic and diverse than this. The books out of this country are equally riveting. Page turners and bestsellers, the books I share today are either based in Egypt or written by an author from Egypt. The …
The alphabet D has few choices and Denmark was calling to me. I choose the city of Denmark for its beauty and the mesmerising country, famous for its Scandinavian history, beautiful beaches, stunning countryside and the Vikings. The yummy sweets, Danish pastry, anyone? It is also famous for its most loved author of exquisite fairy …
As soon as I thought of the alphabet C, all I could think of was endless, pristine snow and beautiful natural vistas. The breathtaking view of Niagara Falls was a close second. Even though its on the border with the USA. I can remember it for both the countries. Now you also know the country …
The second alphabet is another easy one, for #TravelWithBooks #AtoZchallenge I was spoilt for choice. Should I choose Bhutan, Bahrain, Britain or Bombay but I settled on Brazil. When I think of Brazil, all I see is the image or beautiful beaches and the magnificent, Christ, the Redeemer statue atop the mountain. I also think …
I have suddenly decided to take up the A to Z Challenge this year. It also happens to be the tenth year anniversary for the challenge. I have successfully participated in the challenge thrice. The year 2014 challenge is now available as an ebook, We Women Wonder. Another year is being converted to a book, …