Book reviews, recommendations, reflections on the writing process, and stories drawn from everything around us.
Janice Hallett’s A Box Full of Murders: Death at the Museum is a clever, engaging mystery that blends childhood curiosity, museum treasures, journalism and two long-separated murders. Continue reading A Box Full of Murders: Death at the Museum by Janice Hallett
Matcha on a Monday by Michiko Aoyama is a gentle book about Japan, good luck, life’s invisible threads, seasonal traditions and the Marble Café. Continue reading Matcha on a Monday by Michiko Aoyama: A Book of Good Luck
Fiction & Short Stories by Ambica Gulati. Explore short stories, fantasy, ecological fiction and humorous tales where imagination meets nature and mystery. Continue reading Fiction & Other Stories
From military inquiry to a philosophical journey in Ladakh, Jeyamohan’s Chasing the Yeti examines human overreach, faith, and the wisdom of keeping mysteries alive in a changing world. Continue reading Chasing the Yeti: An Adventure in Snow by Jeyamohan
Read our review of Manini Brar’s debut legal thriller, The Figure in the Fog. Discover how this gripping story bridges the gap between elite law and grassroots wisdom. Continue reading The Figure in the Fog by Manini Brar: Wit, Grit, and Courtroom Drama
Psychologist and children’s author Dr Dale Atkins believes that nature is not a luxury for children but an essential part of healthy development. In this conversation, she discusses grandparents, storytelling, screen culture, illustrated books, and the enduring power of wonder. Continue reading Why Children Need Nature, Stories & Grandparents More Than Ever
A reflective review of Rosarita by Anita Desai, exploring memory, identity, Mexico, nature, and the quiet complexities of belonging through lyrical prose and shifting realities. Continue reading Rosarita: Anita Desai’s Mexican Spell
Explore the delicate web of life in Michiko Aoyama’s ‘Hot Chocolate on Thursday.’ A restorative reflection on Japanese healing fiction, stillness, and connection. Continue reading Michiko Aoyama’s Hot Chocolate on Thursday: A Sanctuary Beyond the Steam
