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04 Aug

Has the creative writer inside you been asleep all this while? Well, don’t worry because we’re here to help you wake it up.

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By Bhavika Wahi Every day humans experience something interesting, something new and something they've never seen before. We learn new words, engage in different activities and experience various events which become ideas for new stories that we cook up every now and then. Creative writing is developed from observing and experiencing every facet of our lives. We see the sunset and we express that moment's beauty in mere words through poetry and that's the thing about creative writing. It helps you express the beauty of nature, the life of a common man, the hardships of life and whatnot. These are…

30 Jul

Exploring book genres- so you think you know them all?

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By Anuradha Punyani In order to discover the ideal home for their own book, readers must have a good grasp of all of the many book genres. During the writing & reading process, the tropes and expectations of a book's genre will impact its content and style, as well as fundamentals like word quantity. However, it's also crucial for book promotion, establishing a target demographic, and those all-important Amazon categories. If you choose the wrong category, you could be saying goodbye to a good book and welcome negative reader feedback! Fantasy This book genre is defined by aspects of magic…

30 Jul

The long list of booker prize 2021

Booked4Books NetworkArticlesKlara and the Sun, Second Place, The sweetness of water

By Navya The 66-year old Japanese born British author, Sir Kazuo Ishiguro, won his second Booker prize after over 3 decades. He made it in the list back in 1989. He was awarded with $69,000 for his eighth novel, Klara and The Sun, in which a solar-powered android speaks about love and humanity. Kazuo Ishiguro won the Nobel prize for his novel, The Remains of the Day, in 2017, which was eventually adopted into a film. The Bookers prize included a long list of 13 books, in which Richard Powers name too shoned bright, who has been a Pulitzer Prize…

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?

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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.

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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…