Dr. Vatsala Kaushik, Author at Booked4Books

27 Aug

Extraterrestrial Books That Will Have You Hooked

Dr. Vatsala KaushikArticlesA desert planet, Dune, EXHALATION

We often dismiss the concept of aliens or life beyond earth as something that is completely fictional and will alway be fictional. Extraterrestrial life has long been a topic of discovery, be it in shows, movies or books. People are always searching for answers to some critical questions about life in the universe. It is also noted that most ideas stem from actual scientific explanations and concepts, something very easily recreatable in the near future, at least theoretically. Science fiction books and movies give us a chance to visualise this world and see the unseen in our imaginations or the…

18 Jul

Romance Books With The Most Swoon Worthy Heroes

Dr. Vatsala KaushikArticlesMost Swoon Worthy Heroes

Romance books have been a favourite of the readers since the start of reading culture. Ancient authors and so many classics were centred around the blossoming of love, and what came out of all these books were the swoon-worthy heroes. They exemplified men, who were the perfect mix of chivalrous, gentle, bold and kind. So, here is a list of books from the past till the present that showcase some of the most enchanting heroes of all time! Little Women - Laurie Laurence Louisa May Alcott wrote this book partly depicting her life which makes it semi-autobiographical. Laurie is…

21 May

Books for Tough Days, Good Days and Everything In Between

Dr. Vatsala KaushikArticlesANXIOUS PEOPLE, DAYS AT THE MORISAKI BOOKSHOP, EM AND THE BIG HOOM, MAYBE YOU SHOULD TALK TO SOMEONE, SORROW AND BLISS

We all are a sucker for fantasy and fictional reads, but I would be lying if I said that I dont have a soft spot for non-fiction books. Particularly, the mental health category has always attracted my attention. We dont have to dive more deep or outside to realise that it has been a harsh couple of years for the world. So , as we embark on this years mental health awareness month, May 2024, I have curated a list of books for you to read this month and perhaps the entire year. These books are a mix of solid…

13 May

Books to read this Mother’s Day for a real experience

Dr. Vatsala KaushikArticlesMOM AND ME AND MOM, Mother’s Day, On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous, The Handmaid's Tale, The Joy Luck Club, The Testaments

Mothers are complicated, we all know that. They scold us because they love us. They get emotional over the slightest things but show courage when everything is going down. I have always wondered about the silent battle and the fragile strength mothers have. This Mother's Day, thank your moms and mother figures for all they have done and endured. Make them believe that they deserve all the happiness in the world, even if they feel like they do not. And lastly, take them out for a brunch and reading date because what is more enchanting than some quality time together.…

22 Apr

Re-imagined and retold greek-myth stories that will live in your head rent free

Dr. Vatsala KaushikArticlesA Thousand Ships, Circe, Pandora, Percy Jackson and The Heroes of Ollympus, The Song Achilles

Greek Mythology has always been a favorite in the readers community, mainly because of its all in one nature. It has vengeful gods, legendary figures, extravagant romances, and evil actions.It should come as no surprise that authors keep returning to these stories for inspiration because they are transformational narratives that delve into the whole gamut of human experience.Here is a list that compiles all these beautiful tales of bravery and prowess that are sure to make you think out loud. The Song Achilles By - Madeline Miller Pages- 416 Publisher- Bloomsbury It is needless to say that this book is…

09 Apr

5 Best K-Dramas that Navigate Romance and Dating as an Adult

Dr. Vatsala KaushikArticles

Unless you are living under a rock, you must already be aware of the growing fame of Korean dramas. Korean pop-culture has been all over the internet in the form of music, tv shows, movies ,books and even food. The popularity of Korean dramas began during lockdown because they had a significant contrast to the western dominated transnational pop culture. These shows became really popular because of their exceptional storytelling , high production quality, sweet romances and the slow-burn element that kept the audience hooked till the very end. To do justice to these swoon worthy south-asian romances, we have…

24 Mar

5 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD READ DAN BROWN

Dr. Vatsala KaushikArticles

an Brown is an exceptionally gifted storyteller who spans not just continents but all forms of cultures and traditions in his books. His most famous book , ‘The Da Vinci Code’ , left a lot of people speechless and there was a ton of talk about it even after years of publishing. Each novel is infused with science. Art, history, philosophy and even theology. You are sure to gain some extra knowledge from his books along with the fast paced thrillers.If you're looking for a mind blowing read this season then you have landed at the right page. Here are…

20 Mar

5 Books To Read If You Loved ‘The Kite Runner’ By Khaled Hosseini

Dr. Vatsala KaushikArticlesCHRISTY LIFTERI, INDEPENDENCE, NADIA HASHIMI, THE BEEKEEPER OF ALEPPO, THE PEARL THAT BROKE ITS SHELL

Khaled Hosseini is an Afghan born, doctor turned novelist who moved to the United States of America in the 80s. We all know him for his bestselling books, The Kite Runner and A thousand splendid suns. His books focus on the invasion of Afghanistan by the Taliban and the ruthless ruling by them. He gave an insight to the real world of Taliban and the sacrifices afghan people had to make to just survive. The women had to live with absolutely no fundamental rights and education whereas the men had to prove themselves to be toxically masculine and tough in…

10 Mar

5 Books Recommended by Bill Gates that will change the way you think

Dr. Vatsala KaushikArticlesA Thousand brains, Bill Gates, Growth, Not End Of The World

Born on october 28th, 1955, Bill Gates is the co-founder of the world’s largest personal computer software company called Microsoft. Gates , as some like to call him, has been nothing less than a prodigy. He wrote his first software program at the age of 13.This Harvard dropout is not just a brilliant entrepreneur but also a philanthropist. After the passing away of his wife Melinda Gates, Bill established the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. This foundation helped healthcare reach to people who couldn't afford it and helped educate the uneducated.He also founded Gates Notes in 2010 as a blog…

08 Mar

Women authors who changed the world of literature

Dr. Vatsala KaushikArticlesAgatha Christie, Jane Austen, JOANNE KATHLEEN ROWLING, Virginia Woolf

From about 1750 English women began to make inroads into the literary marketplace, but writing did not become a recognizable profession for women until the 1840’s. Even when women started writing, they were not allowed to own their work, They had to work for someone else or they had to acquire a pen name for the novels they wrote. This happened because people would not buy books written by women in the typical patriarchal society of the eighteenth century. The famous author of ‘Little Women’, Louisa May Alcott used pen names such as A. M. Barnard, under whom she wrote…