In Books & Fiction, we celebrate the power of the written word through in-depth book reviews, literary analysis, and original storytelling. From gripping contemporary thrillers to timeless classics and international literature, find your next great read and explore the themes that resonate across cultures. This section also houses my own fictional narratives and short stories—where imagination meets observation.
For indie author Victoria Tait, writing happened by chance. Through her ‘Kenya Kanga Mystery’ series, she takes us to Nanyuki, a small town in Kenya, where lives the silver-haired, gentle-hearted Mama Rose who helps solve many a crime Continue reading Discover Kenya With Mama Rose
Edited by Claire Chambers, Desi Delicacies is a compilation of personal stories and recipes by 18 eminent writers, historians and authors from Muslim South Asia Continue reading Desi Delicacies: Food Writing from Muslim South Asia
For most of us, Joseph Rosendo’s life is what dreams are made of. An award-winning travel journalist, he has been to 93 countries in 40 years. In his latest book, Musings: The Short Happy Pursuit of Pleasure and Other Journeys, he talks about the highs and lows, lessons learned and unlearned Continue reading Travel, My Teacher
Maulshree Mahajan has created detective fiction series for children. Her plots and characters are set in the India we relate to. But she is probably the first female author to break stereotypes and venture into writing mystery stories for young ones. her sleuths are also young girls. Continue reading The Mystery of the Forbidden Fort by Maulshree Mahajan
Queen of Treasures 