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About the Book'A TENDER COLLECTION OF SHORT STORIES THAT EXPLORES THE LOVES AND LOSSES OF THE YOUNG THROUGH MEMORIES TRIGGERED BY A SONG.' -JANE BORGES, AUTHOR OF BOMBAY BALCHÃOIn these contemporary, striking stories, you'll meet young people as they navigate the complexities of love, loss and of finding their place in a rapidly changing world. You'll listen in on intimate conversations and see the fleeting moments that define us-the stolen glances, the unspoken words, the songs that become the soundtrack to our lives. Preet Modi's tales deftly capture the universal struggles of youth and adulthood.Delicately intertwined with music-there's a song at the heart of each story-Song of the Day is a moving exploration of human connection, the passage of time and the power of memory to shape our present.About the AuthorAfter growing up in Thane all his life, Preet moved to the United States when he was eighteen to study at the University of California, Los Angeles. Navigating the feeling of being homesick led him to write his first book, Song of the Day, titled after an old ritual he followed with a friend- exchanging a song close to you every day, sometimes over chai or a long walk. Now twenty-four, Preet lives between New York and Mumbai, working as a consultant. Balancing everyday life, he continues to pursue his lifelong creative outlets of writing and making music.

Through her story, Ritu empowers others to confront their traumas, seek help and embrace their potential.

About the BookA guide to dealing with money and personal finance written especially for women.In India, a country where only 27 per cent of the population is financially literate, as much as 80 per cent of Indian women struggle with personal finance. What keeps women from being financially empowered? What are the psychological barriers that come in the way of women managing their own finances and handling money? Especially when, traditionally, it is women who have managed household budgeting.In Be Financially Smart: The Modern Woman's Guide to Money, financial advisor and thought leader sets out to answer these questions and provide actionable steps to overcome the challenges women face. Not only does she address the psychology of money, but she also provides advice on the concrete steps and strategies that women can use to become financially literate and independent, and through this, live empowered and fulfilling lives.A guide that is easy to read and implement, this is the only book every woman needs to be financially smart.About the AuthorNita Menezes is a respected thought leader, keynote speaker and the founder of Financially Smart and MoneyPrastha. With almost three decades of expertise, she is a Certified Financial Planner and has a Fellowship in Life Insurance. Nita serves as the National President of WICCI Financial Literacy & Management Council and the India Country Chair for G100 Club-Financial Empowerment.Nita is also a Certified Image Consultant and specialises in personal branding and influence for financial entrepreneurs.Additionally, she has contributed to various articles in magazines like Outlook, FPSB India, etc. and has co-authored the book Know your Finance in collaboration with WICCCI FLM & Research Foundation of India with her team of WICCI women.She shares valuable insights on social media, balancing her dedication to health and wealth through fitness activities, reading, and traveling with her family.Explore more about Nita at www.nitamenezes.com and her firm at www.financiallysmart.in and www.moneyprastha.comConnect on social media via linktr.ee/bfinanciallysmart

A call to action for justice, and an action-packed adventure, The Maz Files is an absolute must-read.

The story of Ladakh is more than just its breathtaking lakes, the clear blue or star-studded skies, the dizzying mountain passes and ancient Buddhist monasteries. It is the story of a culture, a way of life that has constantly striven to preserve its essence while adapting to the constant state of flux it has been in since India's independence.

This story could only be about women. Yet, this is also a novel about the human condition anywhere, everywhere. Into the Forest is about loneliness and isolation, migration and belonging. It is also about how times of great stress are both brake and accelerant to human connection.

About the BookIsrael-Palestine War by Dr. Joseph K Thomas navigates the intricate and enduring saga of one of the world's most entrenched conflicts. From its genesis with the Balfour Declaration to the startling October 2023 invasion, this book presents a sweeping panorama of the Israeli - Palestinian discord. Delving into the human toll of war and the diplomatic impasse, Dr. Thomas meticulously dissects the conflict's multifaceted layers. Military manoeuvres, economic ramifications, and the media's role in shaping perceptions are scrutinized, alongside the environmental and health crises, notably water scarcity and contamination. Peering into the future, the book probes prospects for peace, drawing insights from historical endeavours and offering a roadmap for reconciliation in this deeply fractured region. This is the time to rewrite history, to heal the wounds of the past, and to build a legacy of peace. Together, we can turn the promise into reality.About the AuthorDr. Joseph K. Thomas has played many roles in his life: an Army veteran, a corporate leader, an educationist, and a social entrepreneur. He is a soldier by choice, an engineer by profession, an educationist by passion, and an author by accident. He is a man with a humble beginning; his journey from the war room to the board room and then to the classroom has been an illustrious one. Dr. Joseph brings different experiences and expertise from multiple domains, starting with the military, multi-national companies, educational evangelism, and social entrepreneurship. He is the recipient of numerous awards and commendations, including six national awards and five international awards, for his service and contribution to the fields of education and philanthropy. He serves on multiple not-for-profit boards. Dr. Joseph's first book, India: The Next Superpower; his second book, Conman: In Chief of Capitol Coup; his third book, India's New National Education Policy: 2020; his fourth book, Taliban 2.0; and his fifth book, Russia-Ukraine War, are Amazon's #1 Best-Selling Books.

About the BookThis book will demystify climate change for you and give you a glimpse into the science, politics and economics behind it as well the solutions that can save us from this crisis.2023 was the hottest year on record. 2024 may well be worse. Every day we hear something unusual. A fire here, a flood there, a storm surge, a cloudburst. These events affect all of us, our well-being, our health, our family, our work. Their frequency and intensity are increasing. Fortunately, however, we no longer lack explanations for these events. We know fossil fuels and the destruction of Nature by us humans are the primary reasons. Backstage Climate is an attempt to demystify this grim reality-the science, the politics and the economics behind climate change. It will also give you a glimpse of the policies, technology and solutions that can help us avoid a climate crisis.Awareness is the first step towards change, and this book is an attempt to make you aware of global warming and climate change in a simple and interesting manner. Going slightly beyond mere awareness, the attempt is to help the reader connect the dots and develop a perspective on the reasons, impact and solutions that can help us avoid a climate crisis.About the AuthorRajan Mehta is a serial tech entrepreneur who earlier worked in senior positions with companies like Motorola and Nortel. He recently took a sabbatical and went to Harvard to learn about climate change and is currently building Climate Action Labs to research and push initiatives that can help avoid a climate crisis.

The answer lies in playing the ancient sport of the gods, which would be named Kree-Kaht!

From daring escapes to heart-pounding encounters, Laxmi's journey is fraught with danger and uncertainty.

Whether you have suffered from a heart condition, are at high risk, want to prevent heart disease, or just want to keep your heart fit and healthy, this book is a must-read.

Yet others reflect on the digital revolution, the challenge of educating a billion people, and the new (intern)nationalist paradigm that is being given shape by the government of India.

This is a book for all those who love reading about Indian history and culture.

1990, Aramganj is set in a watershed moment in Indian history, one that led to a rapid seeding of Hindu consciousness. A blistering novel by one of Hindi's most inventive writers.

About the BookWHAT HAPPENS WHEN A YAKSHA, EXILED ON EARTH FOR MILLENNIA, IS ROPED IN TO SOLVE AN EARTHLY KIDNAPPING?Exiled. Despised. Unrepentant.Banished from the celestial court for an unspeakable crime, Akran, once a powerful yaksha, spends his days in the city of Mumbai, drinking cheap rum and pretending to be human.When a young girl is abducted, Akran finds himself reluctantly dragged into the investigation. But, as he soon discovers, this is not a simple case of kidnapping-villainous thugs, gods and demons are all involved. And an ancient evil is returning to the world.What are the secrets from Akran's own past that threaten his present? Why are celestial forces out to wreak havoc on his beloved city? Are Akran and his friends a match for them? With the clock ticking, Akran must act quickly or all that he holds dear may soon turn to dust.Rohan Monteiro's Shadows Rising brings to life an unlikely hero-irreverent, witty and foul-mouthed-who seems to not have a care in the world. Until someone crosses a line.About the AuthorRohan Monteiro is an amateur chess and poker player, a board gamer, a comic book nerd, a keen consumer of content related to sci-fi, fantasy, mythology and history, a tsundokuist, an indoor climber, an open water scuba diver, a strategy and market research consultant, a life enthusiast and last but not the least a dad. His travels have taken him to over fifty countries, ranging from the world's highest free-range mountain in Tanzania to shark cage diving off the coast of South Africa, to fishing for piranhas in the Amazon and warding off advances from an amorous orangutan in Borneo.Shadows Rising is an exciting, fresh and unique take on timeless Indian myths told from the POV of a protagonist who might just be a lot more involved in the epics than he cares to admit.

As the foundations are laid for a temple to rise on the site of Babri Masjid in Ayodhya, voices rise from the ground in a small town in central Kerala. She is a judge in a district court, and he a petitioner in a seemingly banal property dispute. But the very first hearing tosses the judge's life into disarray. The scent of pink Edward roses, the iridescent scales of snakes, the spectre-and science-of vanishing twins. Girls whose feet do not touch the ground. Irascible and comically powerful ancestors. In this illusory landscape are the hard truths about the intertwined histories of Hindus and Muslims in India, as well as the chasms between men and women.A hypnotic novella by K.R. Meera, deftly translated by Nisha Susan, Qabar echoes with the dizzying knowledge that verdicts are not solutions.