Indian literature has a rich history of feminist writings. Women writers have presented thought-provoking works that have explored female sexuality, smashed patriarchy, and were often political critiques.
A mother and a daughter, constantly in each other’s hair, and off to travel the world together. Excess Baggage by Richa S. Mukherjee is quirky and witty with a generous dose of wanderlust.
Indian women writers have always questioned societal norms through their writing. The literature has shaped the modern Indian woman of today who challenges patriarchy on a daily basis. I share some lesser-known feminist translated literature.
If you are a book lover and have been inundated by romance recommendations this Valentine’s week, read on as I share my picks of books that celebrate love but are not romances.
Choices and regrets. Fantasy fiction peppered with philosophy for a page-turner with an all-important question – why is it easier to mourn the lives we aren’t living?
From fantasy fiction to non-fiction to literary fiction to women’s fiction, here is my list of 25 books I plan to read this year.
2020 has been a good reading year for me. I may not have read a lot of books. But it has been a year I read some excellent books. Although it was difficult to choose my favorite reads, I share my top 10 picks.
Combining myth and magical realism, a stark look at caste politics, social and economic hierarchies. Winner of the JCB Prize for Literature 2020.
A tale about female friendship with a generous dose of mystery. Girls and the City by Manreet Sodhi Someshwar is a fascinating read where women navigate misogyny with grit and tenacity.
Balli Kaur Jaswal is one of my favorite authors and primarily writes fiction based on the Sikh diaspora. If you are looking to read about the “real” Sikhs, check out my favorite picks from her.