Booked For Books

13/02/2025

Kunzum isn’t just a bookstore, it’s a cultural idea that breaks all the rules of traditional retail. See this: you walk in, grab a book, sink into a cozy sofa, and someone hands you a cup of coffee. The takeaway? There’s no bill for the coffee. None. Zero. Nope. (Yes, you read that right.)

Ever turned on one of those wrong turns that ended up altering your life? That’s exactly what went down to Ajay Jain in 2007, when he found himself lost in the middle of nowhere, or more accurately, in the heights of the Indian Himalayas. What he tripped upon was Kunzum La, a mountain pass that [....

04/02/2025

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English author Charles Dickens loved walking so much that he would trek 20 miles a day while plotting his novels. Step count goals!

21/01/2025

This remarkable book by Dr. Joseph Murphy, one of the pioneering voices of affirmative thinking, will unlock for you the truly staggering powers of your subconscious mind. Combining time-honored spiritual wisdom with cutting edge scientific research, Dr. Murphy explains how the subconscious mind influences every single thing that you do and how, by understanding it and learning to control its incredible force, you can improve the quality of your daily life.Everything, from the promotion that you wanted and the raise you think you deserve, to overcoming phobias and bad habits and strengthening interpersonal relationships, the Power of Your Subconscious Mind will open a world of happiness, success, prosperity and peace for you. It will change your life and your world by changing your beliefs.

17/01/2025

Imagine that you’re reading a book that looks very much like it’ll be added to your favorites pile. But what is it about the story that attracts you more? Is it the protagonist and their feelings and thoughts that hooked you to the narrative? Or is it really how the plot progresses, one conflict stacked on top of the previous one in an intriguing way? Read on

Imagine that you’re reading a book that looks very much like it’ll be added to your favorites pile. But what is it about the story that attracts you more? Is it the protagonist and their feelings and thoughts that hooked you to the narrative? Or is it really how the plot progresses, one conflict...

05/01/2025

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03/01/2025

Why Feedback Loops Are Crucial for Writers.

Feedback loops are not only about fixing what’s broken, they’re also about growth. They challenge a writer to step outside their bubble of self-assurance and invite others into their creative world. When done right, they’re the difference between an amateur’s draft and a professional’s bes...

26/12/2024

Govt lifts ban on ‘Satanic Verses’

But no matter what you think about the book or its messy history, you’ve got to admit: The Satanic Verses knows how to make an entrance.

24/12/2024

: Drowning by Nidhi Upadhayay
Shattered by the loss of her twins, software engineer Viji becomes the prime suspect in a chilling crime—the drowning of her best friend Neha’s baby. ASP Kanika, haunted by her own personal loss, is pulled into an investigation that quickly spirals into a nightmarish descent. Viji's eerie silence only deepens the enigma, and as Kanika digs further, her instincts sense something far more sinister lurking beneath the surface.

The evidence hints at Viji’s involvement in black magic to resurrect her twins, but the scene defies logic. Viji is found in a trance, cradling the lifeless baby, while Neha has vanished without a trace. Neha isn’t alone; in the past week, four pregnant women have disappeared, each leaving behind a blood-streaked symbol—an ominous mark of doom.

When Neha’s mutilated body is discovered, branded with the same grotesque symbol, Kanika realizes she’s up against something much more terrifying than a serial killer. As she unravels a web of evil ta***ic practices, Kanika confronts a horrifying possibility: Is she hunting a twisted killer, or has she awakened an ancient, malevolent force? And if so, how long before it comes for her?

24/12/2024

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In 1939, Ernest Vincent Wright wrote a story about Branton Hills, a fictional city in decline that was revitalised by the novel’s protagonist, John Gadsby. The most intriguing part of the book? The entire volume doesn’t use the letter ‘e’ (well, except for the author’s name). Known as a lipogram, this book was a writing feat that checks in at 50,000 words long.

22/12/2024

On one side, there’s the thrill of exploring new creative heights; on the other, the fear of leaving behind the readers who made you successful in the first place. The good news? Genre-hopping isn’t an impossible act. With planning and a hint of courage, you really can transition between genres without leaving your audience behind.

The good news? Genre-hopping isn’t an impossible act. With planning and a hint of courage, you really can transition between genres without leaving your audience behind.

22/12/2024

Author Anne Rice wrote Interview with the Vampire while grieving the loss of her daughter. It became one of her most iconic works.

21/12/2024

When 1984 was published, George Orwell thought it would only last 20 years before becoming irrelevant. Oh, the irony.

20/12/2024

Web Novels – The Fascinating Digital Storytelling Phenomenon!

Literature has evolved a lot over the years – paperbacks replaced hardbacks, only for e-books to take its place. And now, the literary world is being consumed by a digital phenomenon called web novels. These serialized fiction works are slowly taking the entire world – not just literary, mind yo...

18/12/2024

Is Your Novel Safe? A Guide to Copyright and Licensing for Authors

It sounds like the legal version of a snooze button, but REALLY, once you understand this, it’ll feel like you’ve discovered the secret map of the publishing line.

18/12/2024

The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy was inspired by Douglas Adams’s experience lying drunk in a field, staring at the stars. Inspiration can strike anywhere.

17/12/2024

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The term bookworm dates back to the 14th century and originally referred to literal insects that eat books. Thankfully, we’ve reclaimed it.

16/12/2024

Nonlinear Narratives: Time Jumps and Flashbacks in Literature

Nonlinear storytelling is one of the most fascinating and engaging ways to weave a tale. It keeps you on your toes, building and maintaining suspense right up to the end. Whether it’s revealing a character’s past in a flashback or jumping forward to a future event, these techniques add layers and depth that make the story unforgettable.

Have you ever indulged in a book that constantly jumps back and forth in time, like "Catch-22" or "The Time Traveler's Wife"? Some might say these types of stories are a bit confusing, while others absolutely love them.