Pranjali Wakde, Author at Booked4Books

31 Jul

The Fae-ntasy Side of Literature – What are Fae Books?

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Literature is all-encompassing, but one just doesn’t realise how immersive it can get. Not only does it borrow from reality, but it also draws from folklore, mythology, people’s random thoughts and dreams. The latter gets explored in detail until a whole topic – or even a sub-genre – is birthed! You will see such a discourse around fictional creatures, such as vampires, werewolves, and faeries. What is Fae? Faeries, also shortened as fae (or fey, fay, fairy, and fair folk), is a mythical creature appearing in folktales mainly across Europe. There is no single source of their existence –…

19 Jul

Advanced Reader Copies – What is it, and how to get one?

Pranjali WakdeArticlesAdvanced Reader Copies, Digital ARCs, Edelweiss, Goodreads, NetGalley

Sometimes, when you look up the details of a soon-to-be-published book, you will see a handful of reviews gracing the comments section. That leads you to think – how did these people read the book when it hasn’t even hit the literary world yet? And that leads to the next question – what are these books called, and where can you get them for yourself? Well, these books are called Advanced Reader Copies (ARCs) or galley. Authors and publishers circulate these copies among people like bookstagram influencers, reviewers, and book bloggers. These people review the book and post their opinions…

04 Jul

The Vibrant Shades of Love: The Sub-Genres of Romantic Fiction

Pranjali WakdeArticlesFake Dates and Mooncakes, Things We Hide from the Light

Literary genres are as dynamic as life itself. Some have been around since man learned how to write, while some have been recently birthed. But there is one literary genre that is not only one of the oldest but also one whose popularity is unparalleled. Yes, you guessed it right – it’s romance fiction! Every other reader knows what romance fiction is, but there are certain unspoken criteria that define it. Firstly, the central plotline should be a love story between the main characters, and secondly, it should have a happy ending that leaves you content. As long as those…

24 Jun

10 Erotic Thrillers released in 2023

Pranjali WakdeArticlesBad Summer People, Beyond the Thistles, Chance, Crimson River, Excalibur, Obsession, Royally in Trouble, Tempting Little Thief, Until I get you, Wicked as Secrets

If there is any hybrid genre that can keep you on your toes, then it definitely has to be erotic mysteries. Erotic mysteries, or romance suspense, is a subgenre that focuses on a mystery and a love story at the same time. A sexy relationship blooms in the middle of a mystery, or suspense takes place because of a love story. There is danger and pleasure, and both work in close tandem to propel the plot forward. In whichever way the story proceeds, both genres contribute equally, making it one of the most challenging genres to write. But the following…

02 Jun

9 Peculiar Bookstores Around the World

Pranjali WakdeArticlesBoekhandel Dominicanen, Cook & Book, Libreria Acqua Alta, The Paddy Field Bookstore

The experience of going into a bookstore is an unparalleled one – and every reader would agree. But this experience is also influenced by how the shop is maintained. If the bookstore is appealing, spending hours amidst books seems nothing, and vice versa. But did you know that there are bookstores that go well and beyond their job description? These shops are located in the unlikeliest of places that are, in turn, situated in quirky corners of the earth. Want to know about these paradises for readers? Read along to find out the 9 peculiar bookstores around the world! …

17 May

What are Portal Fantasies?

Pranjali WakdeArticlesmagical portal, Portal Fantasies

The term portal fantasies can seem unfamiliar, but rest assured, you have read the prime examples of this genre! Not only read but also love these titles – Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, The Chronicles of Narnia, and The Wizard of Oz. There is an element that ties them all – a portal! The main character discovers the portal that leads them into a new world. This portal can look like anything, from a literal door to a hole in the tree. But these take the hero – and the readers – on a fun ride to a supernatural world or…

03 May

What is so appealing about Book Alpha Males?

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Romance novels have given readers a variety of idealised book boyfriends to choose from. There is the prince charming, the golden retriever, the possessive one, and of course, the alpha male. This character is a complex one, and you can’t fit them in one image. He can be caring for his loved ones, or he can be dominating; it ultimately depends on what the story demands. But there is one thing all the alpha males have in common – confidence! But who exactly is an Alpha Male? An alpha male is one of the most common entities featured in…

28 Apr

7 Billionaire Romances to Read in 2023

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If you sit down one day to list all the romance tropes, you will need more than a few hours, if not the whole day. Enemies to lovers, soul mates, stuck together, a love triangle – there are just so many to choose from. But the one every other reader is recommending lately is the billionaire romance trope! Billionaire romance is where one character from the couple is an actual billionaire! Mostly, it is the male protagonist – thanks, patriarchy – paired with a love interest who hails from a lower-class family. Bada Bing! That two find their love in…

21 Apr

Hot New Summer Releases For 2023

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One of the most exciting things a reader looks forward to is the new releases. These days, publishing a book means hyping it up on social media, giving juicy snippets to readers, and even giving away the manuscript for review. As a result, most readers not only know about the upcoming books but can also decide whether it is worth reading. Now that we kick off the second quarter of the year, all the readers are more than ready to read the books to be released in the next three months. Admittedly, there is an influx of new releases every…

04 Apr

7 Fictional Jobs Readers Wish to See in Reality

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Every person trains themselves all their life to excel at a vital thing – a job. No matter if it’s a 9-to-5 or freelancing, you can’t avoid making your own career. Happy are those who can make a career out of the things they love. But what about those who are stuck in a job they would much rather trade for anything else? This is where fictional jobs come into the picture! While most characters are shown to have normal jobs, there are some characters with professions unheard of in real life. These jobs are dangerous, but if you keep…