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Book Reviews and Author Interviews by Vidhya Thakkar
Reviewing books here since 2017 — fiction, non-fiction, poetry and Indian writing — alongside interviews with the authors behind them. Authors can request a review; readers can browse the latest below.
Healing in Motion: How Strength Training Transformed My Journey
In my healing journey, I’ve realised how important it is to move the body—to stretch, to walk, to strengthen. Movement is not just about staying…
Book Review: The 5-Minute Gita by Nitesh Gor – A Gentle Introduction to Timeless Wisdom
Review “We all have a choice to make.” “We simply need to be sincere in our quest and our questions; Krishna will always be there…
Not so novel: Could book lovers please stop showing off all the time? – Shared my views with HTBrunch
Not so novel: Could book lovers please stop showing off all the time? Are bookworms in their show-off era? Or have books always been a…
120 Days of Prompts & Affirmations: #PositiveEverydayy Challenge with Sunflower Sage.
What if 120 days could change the way you look at life? ???? Through Sunflower Sage, I’ve always believed in creating gentle spaces for reflection,…
Book Review: A Place in This World by Richa Telang – A Heartwarming Tale of Grief, Friendship & Healing
Review: “Grief is a strange thing. It’s like an unwelcomed guest who refuses to leave. But remember, it’s okay to grieve. It’s okay to feel…
Lovers greater than friends? How Mumbaikars are navigating friendships after marriage – Shared my experiene with Midday India
https://www.mid-day.com/sunday-mid-day/article/how-millennial-mumbaikars-are-navigating-friendships-after-marriage-23568981
What’s pushing an increasing number of Indians to ChatGPT and other AI tools for relationship advice and emotional support? – Shared my journey with Indian Express
https://indianexpress.com/article/express-sunday-eye/why-ai-is-the-new-relationship-counsellor-in-town-10122332
From Tradition Counseling To AI: The Changing Face Of Mental Health – shared my journey with Outlook India
https://www.outlookindia.com/mental-health/from-tradition-counseling-to-ai-the-changing-face-of-mental-health-2#
Book Review: What’s Your Price, Mr. Shivaswamy? by M.R. Dattathri – An Engaging Story of Trust, Legacy & Relationships.
Review: “If you seek the right response, you must post the right question.” “Only those with unwavering faith in reaching another boat should dive into…
Grief and gratitude, I feel, are two sides of the same coin.
We hold gratitude in our hearts, yet grief humbles us, reminding us of the pain we cannot tell anyone, the ache we cannot fully express. …
Interview with Prerna Gulrajani – Author of The Designer
About The Author Prerna writes books and articles on a diverse spectrum of fiction and non-fiction subjects. Having turned her addiction to reading into a…
Rich and Emotional, Finding Home Again by Richa Sharma is a Masterpiece – Book Review
Review: “I carry a hint of every place I have lived in.” Some books stay with us a little longer. They ask us to slow…
Interview with Sameer Sankhe – Author of Make them Love It.
About The Author Sameer Sankhe is a leading voice in AI-driven transformation, having spearheaded digital revolutions at major Indian conglomerates and fast-scaling startups. As the serial…
Interview with Suresh U. Kumar – Author of Girl in Scarlet Hijab
About The Author Dr Suresh U. Kumar is an Indian-American author of the highly acclaimed novel Girl in the Scarlet Hijab. He is a 5x…
When Designs Meet Drama: Book Review of The Designer by Prerna Gulrajani
Review: It had been a while since I read a good courtroom drama, and The Designer by Prerna Gulrajani brought back everything I enjoy about…
Book Review: On the Banks of the Pampa by Volga translated by Purnima Tammireddy.
Review: “What does the universe lose if we don’t exist?” This one line made me pause, reflect, and rethink everything. How a seemingly simple question…
Book Review: Make Them Love It by Sameer Sankhe – a must-read on AI, innovation, and leadership.
Review “Execution is not part of the game; it is the game.” This isn’t just a powerful quote—it’s the foundation of Sameer Sankhe’s Make Them…
Book Review: The Book of Clarity by Paras Chopra – A Practical Guide to Startup Success
Review: “This book requires thinking.” The very first line of the book sets the tone perfectly, and it couldn’t be more accurate. It instantly piqued…