Day: November 13, 2016

I am Big So What?- A Review

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Shuchi Singh Kalra’s I am big so What? is one of the thought provoking book. It focusses on the carefree living and it challenges those sterotypical notions about fat people and even the marriage alliances. The book is famous for its witty language which takes away the hearts of the readers.

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Cover- The cover of the book is colourful and it has a picture of a girl who seems plumpy but still manages to look classy. This gives us a slight idea that the story highlights the life of a plumpy or fat girl.

Title- The title is perfect and the story revolves around it. The way the author has used the title with a question mark is actually a Rhetorical question and in a way challenges the changing in progress society.

Plot- The plot is crisp and doesn’t lose focus till the end. It elucidates the life of Roli who has low esteem because of her oversized body. She face rejections at many places but doesn’t lose hope until she comes across her seventh suitor who is just like her. The way she overcome her fears, find herself is the rest of the story.

Characterisation- The author has beautifully portrayed her characters. Every character is given special importance and have their set of stories to tell. The way the author has drawn the portrait of Roli is mind blowing and we instantly fall for her.

Kabir Wagh’s character is most apppreciable. He has that appealing style which one cannot ignore. The way he does everything for Roli and look after her looks so cute. Whereas, the other characters also surprise us with their set of ideas.

Style- The author has used third person narrative and paired up with impersonal descriptions. Further, the witty style is surpassable. The language is simple and lucid. The dialogue structure is impressive and the author has amazingly added humour and emotional drama in this book.

Grab your copies from : http://www.amazon.in/I-Am-Big-So-What/dp/817599343X

About the Author

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Shuchi Singh Kalra is the author, freelance writer, editor and blogger with bylines in major Indian and international publications.

She is the owner of Pixie Dust Writing Studio, a writing and editing firm that services a global clientele, and the Indian Freelance Writers Blog. She has started dabbling in fiction only recently and her first book, Done With Men (published by Indireads), has received rave reviews from readers and reviewers alike. Her short stories have appeared in Love Across Borders, Stories For Your Valentine and NAW Anthology 2013. ‘I’m Big. So What!?’ is her second book.

Before she took to writing, Shuchi was an Optometrist at one of India’s leading eye hospitals. Traveling is her first love and she leads a happily nomadic life with her fauji husband and livewire toddler. Pay her a visit at www.shuchikalra.com.

Blog link: www.indianfreelancewriters.com
Professional portfolio: www.shuchikalra.com
Company website: www.pixiedustwritingstudio.com
Twitter handle: @shuchikalra

Abhaya by Saiswaroopa Iyer

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Name of the book: Abhaya

Author: Saiswaroopa Iyer

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1. Somdip Datta

2. Raghuram Kandukuri 

3. Aditya Kandarpa 


The Story:


“Abhaya allows us to delve into the world of our ancestors and Gods through the route of great storytelling and a brilliant narrative. A thoroughly enjoyable read” – Amish Tripathi 


A tale set in the times of Mahabharata. An assertive and idealistic Princess Abhaya meets the enigmatic Krishna Vaasudeva. A bereaved Dhatri, hounded by her own family is saved by Lord Bhauma. When subverted religion becomes a tool in the hands of power thirsty and strikes Bharatavarsha, the land of Aryas, Abhaya finds herself face to face with the impending doom. 


“Can we combat the fear with faith? Can we keep our faith undeterred when the last traces of hope melt away? Can we receive blame and adulation, accept them and yet not give in to them?” 


An excitingly different take on one of the myriad legends celebrating the light vs. darkness matrix that defines Diwali. The sparkling narration adds new facets to the compelling tale of the killing of the demon, Narakasur – Sangeeta Bahadur, Author of Kaal Trilogy 





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Formerly an analyst with a Venture capital firm, Saiswaroopa’s interests include Startups, Economics, Carnatic Music, Philosophy, Politics, History and Literature of India. She won a state level gold medal from TTD in rendering Annamacharya Kritis. She holds an MBA from Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur.


She currently lives in London and loves to read and write.



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Who Shall I Be Today? by Sunita Saldhana

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Name of the book: Who Shall I Be

Today?

Author: SunitaSaldhana

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The Poems:


Who Shall I Be Today?


A woman can never be “just” a woman. She is a million people in one person. 


“Who shall I be today?” is a collection of poems that delves into what makes up a woman. It talks of a mother’s love and fears; a woman’s search for herself; the yearnings of the heart for that someone special. It tells of the hurt and pain that love brings, and the courage to pick up the pieces and start over again.


You will find tears and smiles, pain and pride. You will find fear and courage, nostalgia and anticipation. You will find woman in all her avatars.


“Who shall I be today” by SunitaSaldhana is something written from the heart. It is a celebration of womanhood. It is guaranteed to touch the soul of every woman who reads it.



 

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SunitaSaldhana is a 51-year-old writer and soft skills trainer. She has been writing since the age of 13. She is now a “retired mom” with both her kids having flown from the nest and has the time to concentrate on her writing.


She also conducts courses in Creative Writing and works with special kids. She believes that there something special in every one and through her “Know & Grow Learning Centre” she helps people develop life skills so that they can live joyful fulfilling lives.


She absolutely loves being a woman with all of its myriad facets. Her first book, “Who shall I be today?” is a celebration of the joy of being a woman, even in pain and frustration. 



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Miss Adventures by Surajit Agarwal

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Name of the book: Miss Adventures

Author: Surajit Frank Agarwal

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The Story:


Four friends decide to overthrow the shackles of their mundane middle class existence by planning an adventure of a lifetime. They travel to four cities, across four countries to gift themselves the ultimate 40th birthday bash. One that would fulfill their fantasies. But does their grand plan end up in one big misadventure?************** 

On the surface they have everything. Jobs, family, great homes, great cars. But in reality: 

Their jobs suck. 

Their marriages are a sham. 

EMIs rule their lives. 

Their “fun” comes mixed in soda and ice. 

Raman, Ravi, Bijoy and Sagar decide to step out of their ordinary, boring middle class lives to gift themselves a fantastical 40th birthday party. They travel to four cities across four countries to indulge their deepest desires. 

However, they find themselves stymied at every step. Raman finds cops dogging his footsteps. Ravi finds innovative ways of losing money. Bijoy’s ego and manhood take a hit at every turn. Sagar finds himself in situations he would rather not be. 

The friends believe lady luck is being unkind to them. Is it luck that is tripping them up or is it just a lady? 

Miss Adventures is a sexy laugh riot of four bumbling friends and their one attempt at living life large. Will they make it? 

If you love to laugh, you’ll love this book. 

If you love drama, you’ll love this book. 

If you love sex, you’ll love this book. 

If you love to read, you’ll love this book! 





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Reporter, Writer, Editor, Publisher, confused IT consultant and Author. A quarter century after earning his first paycheck Surajit Frank Agarwal is back to do doing the one thing he loves the most…writing.



 
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