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Anne Frank’s Diary

The Importance of Anne Frank’s Diary in Understanding the Holocaust

Posted on June 20, 2023 by Ahendrila Goswami

 After 76 years of the first publication of The Dairy of Anne Frank, it remains one of the most insightful accounts of the Holocaust. Let’s understand its historical importance in the essay below. “Do you remember? I’ve spent many a delightful hour talking about school, teachers, adventures, and boys. Back when our lives were still…

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Where the Wild Things Are

A Journey Through 7 Timeless Children’s Book Authors and Their Lasting Legacy

Posted on June 16, 2023 by Arghya Sarkar

Explore the works of 7 popular children’s book authors who have played a crucial role in shaping a child’s imagination and gifting some of the most memorable characters of all time. In the realm of children’s literature, there exists a treasure of extraordinary authors whose timeless creations continue to captivate readers of all ages. Today,…

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Celebrating Pride Month: 10 LGBTQ+ Fiction Classics You Need to Read

Posted on June 13, 2023 by Ahendrila Goswami

In our pursuit of celebrating Pride Month this June, we will take you through the shelves of queer literature from around the globe, discuss queer authors and the predominant themes in their works, and jot down listicles for you to fall back upon in case you wish to delve into queer literature. First, let us…

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Scene from Love Simon, adapted from Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens

Love and Acceptance in a Heteronormative Society: Themes in Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda by Becky Albertalli

Posted on June 12, 2023 by Shravani Sawant

Written by Becky Albertalli, this YA book is popular for how it deals with LGBTQ+ themes through its central character, Simon. Explore the interconnected themes of love and acceptance in  Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda below. Published in 2015, Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda has been penned by Becky Albertalli, an American author…

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Asura by Anand Neelakantan

Discovering Indian Mythology: 10 Books on Gods, Goddesses, and Epics

Posted on June 12, 2023 by Shravani Sawant

Glimpse into the fascinating world of Indian mythology! If you wish to explore the diverse world of myths and mythmaking associated with Indian culture, choose from these ten books. Indian mythology is a rich tapestry of folklore, legends, and epics that have been passed down through generations. These tales form an integral part of the…

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Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus

Why Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus is Perfect for a TV Show Adaptation

Posted on June 9, 2023 by Ahendrila Goswami

Bonnie Garmus made a splash in the literary world with her debut novel, Lessons in Chemistry (2022). It tells the story of Elizabeth Zott, a chemist in the 1960s, and her struggle to balance life, love and career while battling the world’s judgments about women. Zott challenges the gender stereotypes plaguing women in STEM to…

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