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30/09/2025

Did you know C. Saraswati’s concert in 1933 was cancelled because Kathakalakshepam at that time was dominated by men and Saraswati Bai’s foray into this genre was seen as a threat by them.

Her performance was later organised by another patron at his residence in Mylapore.

Discover in Sumana Chandrashekar’s book, ‘Song of the Clay Pot’. Get your copy today!

29/09/2025

D.V. Subhashri’s unique translation of Khadeer Babu’s two most acclaimed and highest selling contemporary Telugu books retains all the richness of the original.

‘That’s a Fire Ant Right There! Tales from Kavali’ is now available online; soon at bookstores near you.

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28/09/2025

Somdatta Mandal’s translation of Sen’s compelling account highlights its historical importance for new readers. Swipe to see the press reviews of ‘The Travels of a Sadhu in the Himalayas’.

Available across bookstores and online platforms.

24/09/2025

Arunima Tenzin Tara’s gothic-noir novel was discussed at Champaca Bookstore in Bangalore this past weekend. Here are a few glimpses from a lively chat with the wonderful Sheila Kumar.

A big thanks to everyone who joined us!

21/09/2025

Swipe to see the praise for Jaladhar Sen’s seminal Bengali travelogue, ‘The Travels of a Sadhu in the Himalayas’, now out in a translation by Somdatta Mandal.

Available across bookstores and online platforms.

20/09/2025

A sneak-peek into a delightful collection of poems about the world of dreams for our young readers.
Scroll features some of them here:

An excerpt from ‘I Stole A Little Lovely Dream’.

19/09/2025

Such incredible joy! Seven Speaking Tigers are on the 2025 - Jury Longlist across categories:


✨‘From the King’s Table to Street Food: A Food History of Delhi’ by
✨‘Everyday Reading: Hindi Middlebrow and the North Indian Middle Class’ by


✨‘The Artful Murders: A Ragini Malhotra Mystery’ by Feisal Alkazi
✨‘An Unholy Drought: A Novel’ by
‘Across the River’ by Bhaichand Patel

’s Books
✨‘Everything Sucks’ by
✨‘The Body in the Swimming Pool: The Chicken Pox Club Investigates’ by

Huge congratulations to everyone on the list!

18/09/2025

In this snippet from her book, Sumana recalls the call of the ‘ghatam’ and how it all began.

Written in an anecdotal, intimate style, ‘Song of the Clay Pot’ is a delight to read. Get your copy from a bookstore near you or our website.

17/09/2025

Bangalore ✨🗞️Join Arun Maira, former Member of the Planning Commission and author of ‘Reimagining India’s Economy: The Road to a More Equitable Society’ at this Saturday, 20 September.

With decades of experience in policy, industry, and academia, Arun will unpack the complexities of India’s growth story and will offer sharp perspectives on building a more inclusive, sustainable, and equitable economic future. He will be in conversation with Rishikesha Krishnan, Professor of Strategy and Former Director of Indian Institute of Management Bangalore.

10.45 am to 11.15 am @ WeWork Galaxy, Ashok Nagar

LIMITED SEATS. Register now with or DM us for the link.

16/09/2025

Glimpses from a full house at where Arun Maira discussed his latest book, ‘Reimagining India’s Economy: The Road to a More Equitable Society’, with Kiran Karnik and Sabina Pillai.

A big thank you to Museo Camera for hosting us, and to everyone who joined in with their thoughtful questions

15/09/2025

Bengaluru ✨🕵️‍♀️ Here’s bringing you the best of gothic-noir! Join us at Champaca Bookstore, Vasanth Nagar on Sunday, 21 September for a discussion on ‘The Ex Daughters of Tolstoy House’ where the author Arunima Tenzin Tara will be in conversation with journalist, novelist and literary editor, Sheila Kumar.

Seats are limited, we recommend that you SIGN UP to attend. DM us for the link or contact the good folks at Champaca Books.

In this brilliant debut, Arunima writes with the skill of a master storyteller, and the power of her prose turns this macabre novel of crime into a near-hypnotic study of evil that will stay with you long after the last page is turned!

*Please note: The bookstore is accessible only by stairs.

15/09/2025

Heartening visuals from Anupam Books in Patna where Prof Manoj Kumar Jha spent an afternoon signing copies of his book, ‘In Praise of Coalition Politics’, and engaging in conversations with both young and old readers.