Books open doors to people, places and ideas. In Books & Authors, we explore the written word through book reviews, author interviews, literary conversations and stories from the world of publishing, reading and writing.
Looking for a sizzling contemporary romance? Read our book review of Flawed by Shilpa Suraj. Explore the heritage of old-school Hyderabad through the ‘bold’ love story of Aditya and Vaani. A dive into modern Indian fiction. Continue reading Book Review: Flawed by Shilpa Suraj
The second book of the Jasmine Villa series, citing the star-crossed love of Ana Hasan and Luqman Ahmed, has many ‘OMG’ moments Continue reading Book Review: Loving You Twice by Andaleeb Wajid
Ready to grow your world? Discover how reading challenges expanded my literary horizons and why deep reading is a vital conscious habit. Explore books and fiction that offer new global perspectives and ignite your creative flame. Continue reading How Reading Challenges Expanded My Literary Horizons
Step into the shadows of 1950s Udaipur. My review of The Witch in the Peepul Tree by Arefa Tehsin explores the social fabric of a newly independent India. A journalistic deep-dive into heritage, ideology, and the ‘treasures’ hidden within a nation’s secrets. Continue reading Book Review: The Witch in the Peepul Tree by Arefa Tehsin
Ready to inspire the next generation? Unlock the magic of writing books for children with these expert tips and tricks. A soulful resource for writers on creating engaging stories, fostering intuition, and mastering the art of the ‘analog’ page. Continue reading Unlocking the Magic of Writing Books for Children
Ready for a pacy thrill? Read our book review of Grabber by Jehan Zachary and Nirmal Pulickal. A unique father-son debut into fantasy horror, exploring the ‘sound and motion’ of suspense and the heritage of collaborative storytelling. Continue reading Book Review: Grabber
From the Write India stage to a thriller series debut. My review of Evoked by Mansi Babbar, a top contestant in The Times of India campaign, now co-authoring with Ravi Subramanian. A look at the ‘bold’ new voices in modern Indian fiction.” Continue reading Book Review: Evoked
Unlock a better version of yourself. Dive into Ashdin Doctor’s ‘Change Your Habits, Change Your Life’. A guide to mastering your daily rhythms, finding your sanctuary, and the conscious habits that define a truly ‘awesome’ life. Continue reading Book Review: Change Your Habits, Change Your Life
