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Delicate and Dangerous

In conversation with acclaimed poet Sharanya Manivannan about her creative process.

Book Review: Beautiful Thing

Sonia Faleiro’s latest book takes you inside the private lives of Bombay’s bar dancers, hijras, madams, and pimps.

Book Review: Another Chance

An unnerving reflection of the state of contemporary amorous relationships in modern India.

Book Review: Highway on My Plate

A book that tempts you to ditch your sedentary lifestyle and drive around India, just to experience the country’s diverse food culture.

Book Review: Kartography

In Kamila Shamsie’s third novel, past and present intermingle in unique ways and so does the personal and political.

TED + Amazon = TEDBooks

Online retail giant Amazon and nonprofit foundation TED have come together to announce a new series of short digital books (“TEDBooks”) for busy people.

The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen

Graphic violence, vivid and bizarre sexual encounters, and gut-wrenching parodies. Step inside.

Book Review: The Confession of Sultana Daku

One of the most intuitive and dazzling works of fiction by an Indian writer in the recent past.

Book Review: Matched

Ally Condie’s debut novel is a magical and enchanting story of forbidden love.

Book Review: Aftertaste

A nuanced, reflective journey into the colour—indeed flavour—of mithai, money, and Mumbai.

Book Review: The Hotel at the End of the World

On rainy days, you might be possessed by a crazy desire to go looking for this enchanting and maddeningly elusive hotel.

Book Review: Mansuri, Macabre

An unconventional murder mystery that reminds us how strongly our society is rooted in superstition.