The ultimate guide to visiting Dawki, Umngot River, and Mawlynnong in Meghalaya
byIn an earlier post, I described the Cherrapunji and Nongriat sections of Meghalaya that I visited. In this post, I”ll talk about the rest…
Widget
I was really excited when I heard the news that Arundhati Roy after the longest break was back with a new fictional book. The…
- Teaser Tuesdays: The Ministry of Utmost Happiness
The Dovekeepers
byThe Dovekeepers by Alice Hoffman is the book I chose to take with me during my holiday to Assam and Meghalaya. I picked up…
Is a Career in Human Resources Right for You?
byIf you are thinking about the kind of career you would like to get into after school or college or are looking for a…
Five Zombie Movies to Watch on Netflix this Halloween Season
byNot only is it Halloween season but if you’re a fan of AMC’s The Walking Dead, then you’re probably spending your weekdays in anticipation…
Your Guide to Becoming a Toxicologist
byA toxicologist studies the effects that toxins have on humans, plants, animals, and various other living organisms. Toxicologists must complete medical training as a…
Americanah
byThis is the first book by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie that I read. Her TED talk was so inspiring that I found myself wanting to…
In spite of an unpromising start, I ended up really loving Fingersmith. This is a very Dickensian tale that involves orphans, asylums, devious plots,…
- Teaser Tuesdays: Fingersmith
Exploring Sarah Waters’ Fingersmith: A Tale Of Love, Deception, And Redemption
byWhen I first expressed interest in reading Sarah Waters, many bloggers recommended that I start with Fingersmith. I however ended up picking up and…
From Writing to Publication: How to Become a Published Author
byPenning a novel, short story, script or even an anthology of poetry is never easy. You may have the plot mapped out in your head, and loosely translated in a notepad, but sitting down and creating those characters and worlds residing in your head is challenging. Once you’ve found the time and perseverance to finally sit down and type your story into completion, you’re excited to push it out of the nest and watch it soar – after all, it’s a hefty accomplishment.