Where the Ordinary Turns Unsettling: Stories from Niltava in the Oak Tree

There’s something quietly unsettling about stories that blur the line between the ordinary and the uncanny, and that’s exactly where Niltava in the Oak Tree by Rinu R finds its voice. This short story collection doesn’t rely on loud twists or dramatic spectacle. Instead, it lingers in the shadows of everyday life, uncovering the subtle […]

The House Witch

When Finlay Ashowan walks into the royal kitchen, he immediately makes an impression of being an arrogant yet highly efficient cook who knows his way around the kitchen. Taking charge of everything, he has works that need rearranging and selecting the help himself. Romance was never in cards for him but could fate play its […]

The somewhat biased guide to Odia food

Odia cuisine is a gratifyingamalgamation where simplicity meets flavours. Whether it’s savoury or sweet, each dish is cooked with aromatic flavouring and love. The authentic platter of rice and dalma or pakhala bhata, a dish with fermented rice soaked in water often enjoyed with curd, pickles, badi chura, mashed potatoes or more, Baigan Bharta and […]

When Love and Revenge Collide: Exploring The Imperfect Deception by Shalini Ranjan

In the world of contemporary romance, stories that blend passion, tension, and emotional depth often leave the strongest impression. The Imperfect Deception by Shalini Ranjan is one such compelling narrative that draws readers into a storm of unresolved feelings, complex relationships, and the haunting weight of the past. This gripping romance explores what happens when […]

Love Beyond Words: The Silent Wisdom of Dogs in Behind Those Eyes.

Behind Those Eyes by Tushar Chatterji is a deeply moving book featuring interconnected stories that invites you into the emotional worlds of our canine friends. It is a book that does more than narrate events. It gently opens a door into the silent, observant, and profoundly sensitive inner lives of animals who share our homes, […]

The Shiva Anthology.

The Shiva anthology is the compilation of devotional offerings to Mahadev. This collection contains poems, letters and essays, each one focusing on Lord Shiva’s glory and praise. “The Shiva Anthology” is the fifth anthology project that is curated by Abhishek Thakkar and Purba Chakraborty, compilers and editors. This beautiful anthology is a podium for the […]

Book review- Pebble for your pocket.

A pebble for your pocket is a soothing, serene book that introduces Buddhism in simple yet thoughtful manner. It’s perfect for young readers who wants to learn about Buddha and his teachings of peace, stillness and mindfulness. This transformative book gleams with a reminder that you are complete. Your thoughts should positively uplift you and […]

Book review- The stone boy and other stories.

If you are looking for a book that captures the essence of simplicity and mindfulness then “The stone boy and other stories” is the one you read. This book contains various stories that teaches us a myriad of lessons which are often missed out or ignored in our lives. Thich Nhat Hanh’s words knowledge and […]

The asylum confessions.

The Asylum Confessions was one of my anticipated read for this year and now that I have completed it I am surely say it exceeded my expectations. It was a peculiar read and I just couldn’t get it out of my head. The book isn’t just a macabre thriller; it’s a psychological exploration of guilt, […]

“Is it me you’re looking for?” By Purba Chakraborty.

Is it me you’re looking for? is an emotional and engaging contemporary romance that follows a second- chance romance with elements of forgiveness, healing and genuine happiness that true love shares. The story follows Prachi who is a rj but her real passion lies in singing and Sahil who is the co- founder of Fame […]