In San Miguel, Mexico, Bonita meets Vicky, a flamboyant Trickster who claims her mother once studied art there. Shocked, Bonita questions everything she knew. Drawn into a hidden past of culture and family secrets, she has no choice but to follow Vicky on an unexpected journey of discovery.
In Ab Tera Kya Hoga Palande, Anuj, driven by vengeance for his father’s murder, devises a chilling plan to eliminate Palande, the ruthless killer who shattered his life, determined to deliver justice at any cost.
Kaal Ki Qaid Mein explores the harsh realities of Indian prison life, focusing on the notorious serial killer Vijay Palande. Anuj Tikku provides a deep look into how prisons break down the physical and mental health of criminals, illustrating their downfall through Palande and other infamous figures of Mumbai’s underworld.
When Kumaresan marries Saroja across caste lines, they return to his village, where their love is met with hostility and suspicion. As tensions rise and the villagers’ anger grows, Saroja struggles to find her place in a world determined to reject her.
Mayur’s harmless whistle on the remote Andaman island of Phookiru awakens an ancient, vengeful witch. He and his cousin Heembra, visiting their forest ranger cousin, Raghu, must navigate age-old rituals, friendly tantrics, and mysterious customs to survive the chilling encounter with the supernatural.
The eccentric Mehta family’s tranquil life is disrupted when NRI tycoon Bobby Chander sets his sights on their seaside resort. But Kalyani Mehta refuses to sell and Bobby refused to back down. Enter Maya, Kalyani’s con artist sister with her over-the-top and elaborate schemes. With hidden agendas and escalating tensions, will the Mehtas outwit Bobby’s relentless pursuit?
Amruta Kaustubh Kumbhalkar is a versatile author with a diverse educational and professional background. Holding degrees in Electronics Engineering, Mass Communication, and a CELTA certificate, she blends technical, communicative, and teaching skills to create captivating stories for young readers. In this interview, she discusses her debut book, *Wildhood Awakened*.
This book unfolds the extraordinary, heartwarming tale of Keiko Furukura, a 36-year-old Tokyo resident, a strange character who is strange but sweet, weird but lovable, and imperfect but still perfect in ways that we cannot comprehend. At its core, it pays homage to individuals often overlooked or deemed “ordinary” by society.
Rediscover the magic of childhood with “Hanuman: The Epitome of Devotion and Courage” by Amar Chitra Katha. This 32-page book, filled with vibrant illustrations and captivating storytelling, introduces kids to the mighty Hanuman and his unwavering devotion to Lord Rama. Perfect for young readers.
Deified is a contemporary women’s fiction that weaves the tale of Saanvi, a formidable and empowered young woman. Through its compelling narrative, the novel deftly addresses the often-overlooked social issue of abuse, raising awareness about the same and opening it up for dialogue in public spaces.
Mystic Tales of Shiva is a short read that provides a beginner-level introduction to Lord Shiva and his world. It attempts to bring the wisdom of the Shiva Purana and distill it down for a novice reader. All of 70 pages, it is a book that can be read fairly quickly and has chapters that briefly touch on many different aspects of our beloved Mahadev.
The Greatest Battle of Culture reimagines the clash and eventual assimilation of the Harappan and Aryan civilizations. Spanning multiple generations, this 152-page historical fiction offers a unique and unconventional take on ancient cultural interplay. The book’s simple language makes it accessible to beginner-level readers interested in historical fiction and philosophy.
In his latest book, Tikku takes us on a memorable trip to the beautiful and picturesque country of Azerbaijan, a country that has been all the rage with Indian crowds recently, and why not? It has so many things to offer—cities soaked with culture and history, majestic and towering mountains, natural fire vents, blue seas, and gorgeous and idyllic countryside.
Hold On to Your Dreams, at about 100 pages, is a treat to hold in your hands. It is like a long letter, a letter that consists of many things – from friendly guidance to glimpses of the author’s own past, from a sneak peek into his everyday activities to the memories of his books and writings, those he read, and those he wrote.
Kozhikode is a beautiful and vibrant city in north Kerala and has us all thrilled with its latest achievement in the field of literature. The city is known for its many libraries and has recently firmly cemented its place in the literary world by becoming India’s first UNESCO ‘City of Literature’. The city has been a center for literary activities for many decades, with over 500 libraries operating within the city.
All of 128 pages, Amitav Ganguly’s Twelve Paranormal Tales offers a quick dive into the genre of Indian horror. With most stories between 5 to 10 pages in length, it takes us on a short but unique adventure. The characters and setting in each story are different to some extent, giving us some range in the supernatural experiences and the eerie encounters.
It has been a couple of centuries since AI transformed the lives of humans, and three hundred years ago that the Great Digitization took place. It is in such a world where our protagonists, two brothers – Atul and Rohan work and live. While one is cautious, the other risks everything in high-stakes games. When Arcadia crashes, their lives are thrown into chaos, In a world that is completely run online, what happens when everything goes off?
Gwyn Jones thrives in Graves Glen with her witchcraft shop, Something Wicked, until Wells Penhallow moves from Wales to open a rival store. Their business feud escalates into a passionate romance amid a looming supernatural threat. Can they unite to save their enchanted town from impending peril?