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  Title - When Will You Die? Author - Jayanthi Sankar Genre - Contemporary Fiction Publisher - Zero Degree Publishing ISBN - 978-939-55-1112-4 Jayanthi Sankar has a unique style of writing which induces certain elements in an unusual way. The approach - be it with characters or the story which spins around them is a perfect testimony. She has this unique way of story telling which is appreciated across various literary circles that made her win several laurels across the globe. Having read her previous books which include " Entangling Gandhi ", I could not wait to finish reading this novella. The author may have had a different viewpoint while writing this novel but to me, this brought out the difficulties faced by a single mom/parent in raising their kids especially when either of the parent - mom or dad is missing in action. This is what happens with Susan who was born on 28th May and raised in Goa by her granny, Maria . Her mom elopes with Loafer Lokesh before coming back ...

  If I say there is an author/poet in everyone, you might laugh but if you ask your inner conscience, the majority of you will agree with me. Becoming an author was a Himalayan task in those days. This includes sending your manuscript to traditional publishing houses and waiting for ages only to come to know that they have rejected it and have not bothered to even let you know. We cannot say it is a fault on their end since they would have been receiving scripts every day and literally not possible to reply to all. This is not the case today. With publishing houses like Walnut Publication coming into the fray, book publishing has become an easy task. All you need is your creativity flowing and they will take care of the rest.  I felt glad to see that they have published a couple of anthologies namely " Whispers of the Soul" and "Whispered Tales ".  Though they have published few anthologies in the past, this was done specifically to encourage those who love to writ...

  Title - Silver Lining - The Story of NephroPlus Author - Kamal Shah Genre - Non-Fiction Publisher - Penguin Books ISBN - 978-0670097968 This is a beautifully written book by Kamal Shah who despite being a non-medico had gone along with his couple of other non-medico friends to establish India's biggest dialysis service provider. Loved the way this book was written since it captured in detail the troubles faced by kidney patients since Kamal Shah himself was one. From being a healthy individual, life turns drastically after Kamal faces multiple complications because of which he has to forego his travel to the U.S. for higher studies. He also has to be on compulsory dialysis.  He gets treated in Hyderabad and Mumbai since in the late 90's and early 2000, these dialysis centres were not a improved lot.  There are a few aspects that the author highlights in this book. One of them is about the Ministry of AYUSH where the author ponders as to what they actually do and their f...

  1.What motivates you to write? I am someone who firmly believes that fine expression and comprehension are some things that define being human. As I try to grasp the meaning of what it means to be human, I cannot help but give in to the urge to express. Ever since I was a child, I was brought up on stories. It was the primary mode of keeping me engaged. It taught me new concepts and strengthened my morale. As I grew older, the need to express grew stronger in me. The most natural means for me to express was through stories. This made me want to write. Through my stories, I express parts of me to the world. They include my thoughts, ideas, discoveries and experiences. Also, writing helps me discover newer parts of me that were hidden before. All this makes writing an inevitable part of my existence.   2. How did you feel after publishing your books? It is truly a liberating experience. A sense of satisfaction and tranquillity ensue the process. I can tell ...

  Title - Mango Showers Author - A Victor Adarsh Genre - Fiction Publisher - Book Street Publications ISBN - 978-8196226947 This is a novel which is written really well by Victor Adarsh. I liked the style of his writing since he has captured even the tiniest of aspect in detail. In the initial stages, I thought this is another novel with a usual ending, but I was proved wrong when I finished reading it. This story revolves around Anna who is the sister of Paulose . Paulose lived in Kudukkanghad, Kasargod and was serving as CFO in Timber Financing Co.   Their mom died after which Anna came searching for Paulose since her brother had left the house at any early age. Paulose was employed by Unni Krishnan Nair. Raghavan Nair was Unni's brother. Other important characters in the novel includes but not limited to:  George D’Crasta / Roshan D’Crasta - both families gets killed - one in accident / one in electric shock Rev FR.John Sulochana   Rosy - Helper Dr Yasser Rahman -...