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30 Jul

10 poems to soothe your heart

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By Navya D. Poetry is a special form of literature that lends words of expression for every complex unexplainable human emotion. I deem poetry a superior form of literature. There is no way that your heart cannot connect with the rhythmic rhyming of your feelings. Be it “After love” by Sara Teasdale to tranquilize your broken heart, “Failure” by Amos R.Well to rage your demotivated soul, or “A Birthday” by Christina Rosetti to give wings to your joy, there is no way that your heart doesn’t reverberate to a verse. Poetry is something beyond words. It’s therapy to both the…

28 Jul

Where do writers get their vocabulary from?

Booked4Books NetworkArticlesflash-cards, intrigue, unfamiliar

By Pranjali Wakde “If you want to be a writer, you must do two things above all others: read a lot and write a lot.” -Stephen King Writers are a rare breed – they provide a new perspective on the world we live in, sometimes even creating new, unique, and interesting worlds from scratch. As long as they can equip their minds with ideas and their hands with a pen, they are ready to take on the whole world. However, at the base of this process lies the possession of words, which is…

24 Jul

The Future of Bookstores

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By Shivika Nanda Bookstores are calm peaceful places where readers can collectively commune with ideas, words and pictures. Such places make you a powerhouse of imagination. It’s a place where your mind can take itself to other worlds. They are spaces for introspection, reflection, relaxation and escape. It gives you a distinct level of freedom while liberating your mind from your own thoughts. When you visit a bookstore nearby, a friendly face greets you. You feel that little pleasure and joy in as much as just interacting with people. There is simple magic to these small little experiences in daily…

24 Jul

5 Books with witches and wizards

Booked4Books NetworkArticles, Book ReviewsA secret history of witches, Calling all witches, Good Omens, Initiated: Memoir of a witch, Witch and Wizard

By Navya D. Are your kids…Nah.. are you a fan of stories with witches and wizards? We have come a long way from Harry Potter, the first story that evoked our interest in magic, witches, and wizards. For a Harry Potter fan, who is already brewing potions, casting spells, and vrooming the broomsticks, stories with witches and wizards brings a lot of joy. Even for someone, who isn’t still exposed to these magic tales, mysticism is something that doesn’t disappoint you. Jump into the costumes, get your snacks ready, and curl up on your sofa because the suggestions below are…

24 Jul

Kindle collection- the best Indian authors to look out for

Booked4Books NetworkArticlesChetan Bhagat, Devdutta Patnaik, Vineet Bajpai

By Anuradha Punyani Amazon Kindle Unlimited Subscription is fantastic. This isn’t a sponsored post, but you really get to read a lot of books that use this platform, aside from your favourite series. A number of Indian Author books are also available on it either for free (as part of the membership) or for a very low price. We’re sharing some rare, less discovered findings with all Indian readers today. Many of these authors have created stories based on Indian mythology and religion, while some have dabbled in the ever-popular romance genre. 1. Doyle, Christopher C. Author of a work…

19 Jul

Impact of Literature on modern culture.

Booked4Books NetworkArticlesand Steel, Germs, Guns, Literature, The Namesake

By Navya D. Literature is an art of written works, either prose or poetry. I was introduced to books ever since I was just three. Back then, literature was nothing but a story or a collection of ‘stories for me. It has held a significant part in my life. Reading “Harry Potter,” “Amelia’s notebook,” and “Chrysanthemum” brings great joy to my heart and a sense of nostalgia. Literature has transcended age and time since then. A lot has changed about literature with time except one thing: I still go to bed only after perusing a book. It has become a…

19 Jul

How to be a better reader?

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By Pranjali Wakde Out of all the hobbies any individual can have, reading is one of the most rewarding and fulfilling hobbies of all. Reading doesn’t only mean reading fictional novels; in fact, it also covers non-fiction books, magazines, papers and everything readable. Many people say that they are readers – but behind this claim is a bookshelf where almost all of the books lie under dust bunnies. All of us – readers and non-readers alike – want to become better readers, without knowing how to. Well, I have the answer now - with these easy and efficient ways given…

17 Jul

The craze for literature.

Booked4Books NetworkArticlesHebrew Bible, The God Equation

By Navya Literature is one of the most interesting and significant expressions of humanity. – P.T. Barnum We see, read, enjoy, admire, and criticize the works of literature but is it just about words? No, there is much more to it. Expression and emotion are associated with it is what we consume when we read a book. After all, out of a million published every year, only a few are regarded as masterpieces of literature, get rewarded, and make it up to the New York bestseller tag. That brings us to the question “What distinguishes a literary success from a…

17 Jul

Notable Women in Literature

Booked4Books NetworkArticlesAngela Carter, Charlotte Bronte, Doris Lessing, Jane Austen, Toni Morris, Virginia Woolf

By Nital Jain It is very sad that till today women in the field of art and literature are not recognised. Stories like these are still necessary and relevant. In 2016, Gay Talese was asked to name women writers who inspired him to which he replied, ‘‘none’’. This is rather shocking than surprising. Why aren’t women celebrated in the literature field? Booked4books has always celebrated female authors and here are a few female authors that have shaped our lives, they are mentioned in no particular order. 1. Jane Austen (1775-1817) Jane Austen was an English novelist and one of…

14 Jul

Book Review: ‘Women Who Misbehave’

Booked4Books NetworkBook ReviewsWomen Who Misbehave

By Shivika Nanda Don’t be shocked by the title when you first see it. This book is meant for all of us because everyone who reads will find a ‘misbehaving woman’ who they can relate to, who they love and adore for being an unapologetic being. This book is a collection of ten short stories where each of them paints a very diverse and vivid picture. Each of the landscapes revolves around a central character ‘women’ who are facing their own unique challenges in their domestic situations. The book has a universal appeal to it. Anyone and everyone who reads…