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About the BookA FAST-PACED THRILLER SET IN THE TIMES OF EMPEROR ASHOKAIt is a time of violence as well as calm. Men of peace are spreading the message of the Buddha even as monks are being tortured in the dungeons of Pataliputra. In Magadha, all talk is about the impending war against Kalinga. While King Ashoka plots the movements of his ships and cavalry, Queen Asandhimitra broods over the growing unrest in the kingdom. There is only one man they can both trust to take them through this period of uncertainty and looming danger: the enigmatically named Brahmin, skilful spymaster and custodian of Magadha's best-kept secrets. Lush with historical detail and unforgettable characters, The Brahmin is an intricately plotted novel that seeks to recreate a near-mythical period in India's past.About the AuthorRavi Shankar Etteth is the best-selling author of several novels, including Tiger by the River, Killing Time in Delhi and Brahmin Returns. A journalist and political cartoonist with several decades of experience, he is currently with the New Indian Express in Delhi.

About the BookA PRIMER ON HOW TO CREATE WEALTH AND MAINTAIN IT, IN THIRTEEN EASY STEPS.The only way to become wealthy is by being born wealthy. Right? Wrong! In this second book in the 13 Steps series, best-selling author Ashwin Sanghi and co-author Sunil Dalal explore how one can become wealthy even if one is not blessed with the proverbial silver spoon. Taking a radically fresh view of wealth, they show that the journey to becoming wealthy is difficult, but not impossible. With some thought and work, wealth is well within anyone's reach. The steps presented in 13 Steps to Bloody Good Wealth are easy to implement and do not require anything more than your attention and belief. Through fascinating examples, illuminating stories, personal experiences and common-sense ideas, the authors tear away the halo and secrecy that surrounds wealth and how one can earn it. It has been shown that most high-net-worth individuals around the world have created rather than inherited wealth. Read this little book to understand how you too can do it!About the AuthorAshwin Sanghi is the author of several bestsellers including two New York Times best-selling crime thrillers with James Patterson. He was included by Forbes India in their Celebrity 100 list and is a winner of the Crossword Popular Choice Award. He was educated at The Cathedral and John Connon School and St. Xavier's College. He holds a Master's degree in Business Management from Yale University. Ashwin Sanghi lives in Mumbai with his wife, Anushika, and his son, Raghuvir.Sunil Dalal is a serial entrepreneur. He has built multiple global technology businesses since taking over and redirecting UniDEL, a family-owned industrial automation group with worldwide alliances. Sunil is a member of the Young Presidents Organisation and is keen on nurturing entrepreneurial talent. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and Management of Technology from Vanderbilt University, USA.

About the BookA SIMPLE APPROACH TO GETTING HEALTHY BY LISTENING TO YOUR BODY AND PRACTISING SOME SIMPLE STEPS TOWARDS BETTER HEALTH.It is tragic that we get old too soon and wise up to life too late. There's so much we could-and should-have done to get to this point in better shape. The question is: what should we do now? But health remedies are dime-a-dozen, each one contradicting another. As an old Chinese proverb goes: 'It is easy to get a thousand prescriptions but hard to get one single remedy.' How does one negotiate that tricky terrain? This book has all the answers. In the patented, no-nonsense style of the 13 Steps series, it brings together scientifically sound advice in a non-judgemental course-correction guide. 13 Steps to Bloody Good Health is an easy, doable path to good health-step by step.About the AuthorAshwin Sanghi is the author of several bestsellers including two New York Times best-selling crime thrillers with James Patterson. He was included by Forbes India in their Celebrity 100 list and is a winner of the Crossword Popular Choice Award. He was educated at The Cathedral and John Connon School and St. Xavier's College. He holds a Master's degree in Business Management from Yale University. Ashwin Sanghi lives in Mumbai with his wife, Anushika, and his son, Raghuvir.Dr Mukesh Batra, a homeopath of international repute, is the founder-chairman of Dr Batra's(TM) Group, the world's first and largest homeopathy corporate. In a career spanning four decades, Dr Batra has treated over a million patients, including eminent political leaders, presidents and prime ministers, prominent film personalities and industrialists. He has been honoured with several fellowships and over fifty national and international awards, including the Padma Shri, one of India's highest civilian honours, by the President of India.

About the BookA SHORT BOOK THAT PACKS IN MANY TIPS AND TRICKS ON HOW TO TACKLE EXAMS AND GET THOSE MUCH DESIRED MARKS.Students who get good marks are those who are brilliant or those who are cram.True or False?False! There are also students who simply study smart.The Indian education system is a minefield. Negotiating this minefield and emerging with flying colours is a source of great strain and anxiety for Indian pupils and parents alike. Who can guide students to develop good study habits and thus get better results?Enter 13 steps to bloody good marks.After the stupendous success of 13 Steps to Bloody Good Luck and 13 Steps to Bloody Good Wealth, best-selling author Ashwin Sanghi (along with co-author, Ashok Rajani) presents a power-packed little book that provides simple, straightforward and effective steps that are a sure-fire way to obtain bloody good marks!About the AuthorAshwin Sanghi is the author of several bestsellers including two New York Times best-selling crime thrillers with James Patterson. He was included by Forbes India in their Celebrity 100 list and is a winner of the Crossword Popular Choice Award. He was educated at The Cathedral and John Connon School and St. Xavier's College. He holds a Master's degree in Business Management from Yale University. Ashwin Sanghi lives in Mumbai with his wife, Anushika, and his son, Raghuvir.Ashok Rajani studied in St. Mary's High School, Loyola College and College of Engineering. He joined Andhra Bank as a departmental officer in 1978, took the banking exam (CAIIB), completed an MBA (Finance) and went on to teach in the bank's Staff Training College. After retiring, he taught himself the APA guidelines and edited engineering-related technical papers and Ph.D. theses of Indian and international candidates. He also taught freelance classes on communication skills and management for BBA and MBA. students while editing several books for Indian, British and American authors.

About the BookA WISE MAN ONCE SAID, 'BEFORE I GOT MARRIED, I HAD SIX THEORIES ABOUT BRINGING UP CHILDREN. NOW I HAVE SIX CHILDREN AND NO THEORIES.'In this age of hyper-information, parenting is much like tap-dancing in a minefield. There was a time when parents had nothing to draw from except for their experiences with their own parents. But today, there is information overload and conflicting advice from multiple experts.HOW ARE PARENTS TO NAVIGATE THIS JUNGLE OF COUNSEL AND STILL RETAIN THEIR SANITY?The short answer: common sense. 13 Steps to Bloody Good Parenting uses wit and prudence to show that parenting is not an exercise in theories but about learning on the job. In the patented, no-frills style of the 13 Steps series, the book cuts right through the din of information and advice.Parenting is a huge responsibility. With 13 Steps to Bloody Good Parenting, it can become a more thoughtful and enjoyable one.About the AuthorAshwin Sanghi is the author of several bestsellers including two New York Times best-selling crime thrillers with James Patterson. He was included by Forbes India in their Celebrity 100 list and is a winner of the Crossword Popular Choice Award. He was educated at The Cathedral and John Connon School and St. Xavier's College. He holds a Master's degree in Business Management from Yale University. Ashwin Sanghi lives in Mumbai with his wife, Anushika, and his son, Raghuvir.Dr Mukesh Batra, a homeopath of international repute, is the founder-chairman of Dr Batra's(TM) Group, the world's first and largest homeopathy corporate. In a career spanning four decades, Dr Batra has treated over a million patients, including eminent political leaders, presidents and prime ministers, prominent film personalities and industrialists. He has been honoured with several fellowships and over fifty national and international awards, including the Padma Shri, one of India's highest civilian honours, by the President of India.

About the BookA UNIQUE BOOK PACKED WITH ANECDOTES FROM THE LIVES OF VARIOUS 'LUCKY' PEOPLE, THAT HELPS READERS UNDERSTAND THE PHENOMENON OF LUCK AND ATTRACT IT INTO THEIR OWN LIVES. The journey of life isn't exactly easy. Some people make it through hard work and talent. Some fall by the wayside. And some people are just plain lucky. They are blessed with bloody good luck! But is it possible to attract good luck? Can we train ourselves to be lucky? Apparently, it seems that Dame Luck isn't that fickle. She is well within our reach. In his first non-fiction foray, best-selling author Ashwin Sanghi explores that critical, much-longed-for element called luck. Through entertaining and informative anecdotes, narrations of personal experiences and vignettes of homespun wisdom, Ashwin gives us a whole new insight into how people can work towards being lucky. It seems that luck isn't entirely the twist of fate that it is made out to be! Almost inspirational like Robin Sharma, Dale Carnegie or Spencer Johnson, Ashwin Sanghi shows us a brand new side to his writing in this particular bookAbout the AuthorAshwin Sanghi is the author of several bestsellers including two New York Times best-selling crime thrillers with James Patterson. He was included by Forbes India in their Celebrity 100 list and is a winner of the Crossword Popular Choice Award. He was educated at The Cathedral and John Connon School and St. Xavier's College. He holds a Master's degree in Business Management from Yale University. Ashwin Sanghi lives in Mumbai with his wife, Anushika, and his son, Raghuvir.

About the BookA STUDY OF REAL-LIFE CASES THAT EXPLORE THE PAST TO HEAL THE PRESENTMetaphors of Memory reveals the mysteries of the mind and the influence of our past and current life experiences on our present behaviour. Drawing from his years of research and practice, Dr Natwar Sharma-a paediatrician who turned to practising past-life regression therapy-describes how it is possible to access powerful subconscious patterns and unlock a curative pathway. He demystifies this powerful healing tool through detailed case studies that demonstrate the release of unhealthy patterns, beliefs and energies as a route to healing. The book offers hope to those interested in supplementing their treatment regimens with holistic therapies that go beyond the manifest and the physical. Importantly, it is also an appeal to the medical fraternity to open up to regression therapy as a complementary non-conventional mode of treatment.About the AuthorDr Natwar Sharma is an associate professor in paediatrics and paediatric critical care at Saveetha Medical College Hospital, Chennai. He is currently on a sabbatical, in Kuwait. Sharma is a member of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (UK) and has served and trained at the Apollo Hospitals, Chennai.He is a certified member of the Earth Association for Regression Therapy and a certified teacher of transpersonal regression therapy. He has been presenting his research work at the World Congress for Regression Therapy since 2011. A trainer of the Heartfulness system of meditation, Dr Sharma is currently pursuing a PhD to study the effects of meditation on the body, mind, brain, heart and aura.

About the BookFULL OF TWISTS AND TURNS, CHATURANGA WILL KEEP READERS ENGAGED FROM THE FIRST TO THE LAST PAGE.Political intrigue is astir in the land of Mahishmathi. After the failed coup staged by the Vaithalikas, Sivagami finds herself elevated to the position of bhoomipathi, from where she can more ably pursue her burning goal to avenge her father's death. Meanwhile, there is a tussle between the two sons of the maharaja of Mahishmathi for the crown. And behind the scenes, a wily, skilled player of the political game moves the pieces to topple the king, Somadeva.Will the maharaja-usually able to match wits with the best of them-prevail? Or will one of his many enemies finally be able to best him at this game of Chaturanga?Set against a backdrop of ambition, love, loyalty, passion and greed, the second book in the Bāhubali: Before the Beginning series is a twist-a-minute page-turner-riveting and deeply satisfying.About the AuthorAnand Neelakantan is the bestselling author of Asura: Tale of the Vanquished, which told the story of the Ramayana from Ravana's unique perspective. He followed it up with the hugely successful Ajaya series. Ajaya Book I: Roll of the Dice and Ajaya Book II: Rise of Kali narrated the Mahabharata from Duryodhana's point of view. Both Asura: Tale of the Vanquished and Ajaya Book I: Roll of the Dice have been nominated for the Crossword Popular Choice Awards in 2013 and 2014 respectively.Anand has also written the screenplays for various popular TV shows, including Star TV's mega series Siya Ke Ram, Sony TV's Mahabali Hanuman and Colours TV's Chakravartin Samrat Ashoka. He has also written for major newspapers such as The Hindu, The Times of India and The Indian Express. Besides English, he also writes in Malayalam and has published stories as well cartoons in various Malayalam magazines.He lives in Mumbai with his wife Aparna, daughter Ananya, son Abhinav, and pet dog Jackie the Blackie.

About the BookA FITTING DENOUEMENT TO THE BĀHUBALI TRILOGY, THIS BOOK IS AN EMOTIONAL FINALE TO THE GRIPPING THREE-PART TALE. Sivagami's missteps have only deepened her determination to fulfil her father's wish and stop the despicable activities at Gauriparvat. And so she battles on. Unknown to her, however, Maharaja Somadeva's challengers have begun to close in on the king, and Sivagami finds herself suddenly at a disadvantage. With a player like Somadeva, though, the biggest mistake you can make is to not immediately checkmate and destroy. The game of chaturanga is not quite over. As Sivagami takes on the kingdom's enemies, guided by Somadeva, she finds in her own manoeuvres an echo of the man she has always detested. In her journey to becoming the queen of Mahishmathi, Sivagami must choose between love and ambition, principles and deviousness, selflessness and envy. What does she hold on to, what does she let go? A thrilling, breathless read, Queen of Mahishmathi is the third and final book in the Bāhubali: Before the Beginning series.About the AuthorAnand Neelakantan is the bestselling author of Asura: Tale of the Vanquished, which told the story of the Ramayana from Ravana's unique perspective. He followed it up with the hugely successful Ajaya series. Ajaya Book I: Roll of the Dice and Ajaya Book II: Rise of Kali narrated the Mahabharata from Duryodhana's point of view. Both Asura: Tale of the Vanquished and Ajaya Book I: Roll of the Dice have been nominated for the Crossword Popular Choice Awards in 2013 and 2014 respectively.Anand has also written the screenplays for various popular TV shows, including Star TV's mega series Siya Ke Ram, Sony TV's Mahabali Hanuman and Colours TV's Chakravartin Samrat Ashoka. He has also written for major newspapers such as The Hindu, The Times of India and The Indian Express. Besides English, he also writes in Malayalam and has published stories as well cartoons in various Malayalam magazines.He lives in Mumbai with his wife Aparna, daughter Ananya, son Abhinav, and pet dog Jackie the Blackie.

About the BookMASTERFULLY PLOTTED AND PACKED WITH ACTION, THIS NOVEL TELLS THE STORY OF SIVAGAMI AND HER PAST.When five-year-old Sivagami witnesses her father being branded a traitor and executed by the maharaja of Mahishmathi, she vows to one day destroy the kingdom. At seventeen, she recovers a manuscript from her crumbling ancestral mansion. Written in a strange language called Paisachi, the manuscript contains a secret that may redeem her father or condemn him further.Meanwhile, Kattappa, a proud and idealistic young slave who blindly believes in his duty, finds himself in the service of a spoilt prince. Alongside, he must try and keep his brother, who resents their social position and yearns for freedom, out of trouble.As Sivagami tries to unravel the secret of the manuscript, she finds that the empire of Mahishmathi is teeming with conspirators, palace intrigues, corrupt officials and revolutionaries. An ambitious nobleman will do anything for power and money. A secret group of warriors under the leadership of a seventy-year-old woman is determined to stop the slave trade. A forest tribe, deeply resentful of having been driven away from their holy mountain three hundred years ago, is preparing to wage war against the king.About the AuthorAnand Neelakantan is the bestselling author of Asura: Tale of the Vanquished, which told the story of the Ramayana from Ravana's unique perspective. He followed it up with the hugely successful Ajaya series. Ajaya Book I: Roll of the Dice and Ajaya Book II: Rise of Kali narrated the Mahabharata from Duryodhana's point of view. Both Asura: Tale of the Vanquished and Ajaya Book I: Roll of the Dice have been nominated for the Crossword Popular Choice Awards in 2013 and 2014 respectively.Anand has also written the screenplays for various popular TV shows, including Star TV's mega series Siya Ke Ram, Sony TV's Mahabali Hanuman and Colours TV's Chakravartin Samrat Ashoka. He has also written for major newspapers such as The Hindu, The Times of India and The Indian Express. Besides English, he also writes in Malayalam and has published stories as well cartoons in various Malayalam magazines.He lives in Mumbai with his wife Aparna, daughter Ananya, son Abhinav, and pet dog Jackie the Blackie.

About the BookAN INTIMATE AND REMARKABLE STORY OF ONE WOMAN'S EXPERIENCE OF WAR.It is December 1941. Japan has just bombed Pearl Harbor. After a series of victories in Hong Kong, Malaya and Singapore, the Japanese are closing in on India. And the British colony must meet the demands of the war outside its borders, even as the Independence movement gathers steam within. That's when Katherine Riddle comes home to Pipli with bruised dreams and a broken heart. Fed on gossip fuelled by rumours, the little railway colony is on edge. Nobody is immune-not even her stoic father, Terrence. Nor the always placid Ayah. And especially not the tongue-tied Indian assistant stationmaster. Set in the last years of the British Raj, this is an unusual novel about being torn between two worlds.About the AuthorDaman Singh is the author of two previous novels: Nine by Nine and The Sacred Grove. She has also written three works of non-fiction: The Last Frontier: People and Forests in Mizoram (1996), Strictly Personal (2014), a memoir of her parents Manmohan Singh and Gursharan Kaur, and Asylum: The Battle for Mental Healthcare in India (2021). She lives in Delhi with her husband and dog.

About the BookAN INSIDER'S ACCOUNT OF ONE OF THE MOST SHOCKING CASES TO ROCK INDIA-THE TANDOOR MURDER CASE-BY THE IPS OFFICE IN CHARGE OF INVESTIGATIONS.Naina Sahni's murder and the discovery of her body being burnt in a tandoor in a restaurant in the heart of Delhi shook the country's conscience and galvanised the criminal justice system. What exactly happened that night? How did the accused, Sushil Sharma, Naina's partner and Youth Congress leader, manage to stave off conviction for more than a decade? What were the twists and turns in the case and how did the investigation manage to stay the course? Maxwell Pereira, who was in charge of the case, gives us an insider's account of events as they unfolded, based on his notes and investigation reports as well as the many stories that appeared in the media. A page-turner of a book, forthright and dramatic, with unexpected nuggets of information and insights into the way the policing, legal and political systems work in India, by someone who has seen it all.About the AuthorMaxwell Pereira is one of India's best-known (retired) cops, winner of gallantry awards, and with a reputation for honesty and courage. He is a familiar face on television debates.

About the BookA FAST-MOVING SEQUEL TO THE BRAHMIN, SET IN THE IMMEDIATE AFTERMATH OF EMPEROR ASHOKA'S DEVASTATION OF KALINGAAfter thwarting the malicious Kalingan general Lord Suma and becoming the emperor of Magadha, Ashoka is now faced with a new threat-a faceless foe whose only aim is to topple his empire. His brutal killings of Magadhan officials, kidnappings of royal prisoners and infiltrating of the royal palace of Tamralipti weave a mesh of hatred, intrigue and menace. No one knows who he is, yet he breathes such terror into his network of followers that even a dying man fears uttering his name. He calls himself the Khandapati.There's only one man in the empire that Ashoka can turn to. Spurred on by years of friendship and sworn loyalty, the Brahmin finds himself back in the royal capital, caught in a violent conspiracy that extends beyond Magadhan boundaries. Will he be able to live up to his role as the protector of the empire or is the merciless villain more than a match for the Brahmin?About the AuthorRavi Shankar Etteth is the best-selling author of several novels, including The Brahmin, Tiger by the River and Killing Time in Delhi. A journalist and political cartoonist with several decades of experience, he is currently with the New Indian Express in Delhi.

About the bookTHE GO-TO PREGNANCY GUIDE FOR THE MODERN INDIAN COUPLE.After the stellar success of the first edition published in 2009, this new, revised, and updated version of Passport to a Healthy Pregnancy is yet again poised to be the most popular go-to pregnancy guide for the modern Indian couple. A must-have book to comprehend, tackle and enjoy the various stages of pregnancy, this book demystifies pregnancy with easy-to- understand language and lavish illustrations. Focused on Indian couples, it will empower a pregnant woman and her partner to proceed through the pregnancy with confidence.About the AuthorDr Gita Arjun is an eminent obstetrician and gynaecologist with a career spanning forty-one years. She is a staunch advocate for women's health and wellness. She started her practice in 1981, and was one of the first obstetricians in India to encourage husbands to be in the labour room. Passport to a Healthy Pregnancy was first published in 2009 and has been essential reading for new parents ever since. Dr Arjun lives and works in Chennai.

About the Book'Two classrooms in this school double up as a night hostel for students whose parents migrate seasonally so that they do not miss school.'For a large majority of Indian children, their only chance of an education is the government school. For nearly two decades, S. Giridhar has been crisscrossing the country in the course of his work with the Azim Premji Foundation, travelling to remote corners and observing the public education system. In these years, he has met hundreds of government school teachers-profoundly committed to improving the lives of the children in their care. These are teachers who defy all constraints because of a burning belief that every child can learn.Ordinary People, Extraordinary Teachers has emerged from Giridhar's in-depth study of these inspirational teachers and the ecosystem they function in. Innovative and creative, dogged and resourceful, firm and kind-the government school teacher wears many a hat. This book is a tribute to their commitment and resilience.About the AuthorS. Giridhar is the Chief Operating Officer of Azim Premji University. One of the earliest members of Azim Premji Foundation, Giridhar joined the Foundation eighteen years ago after over two decades in corporate business management roles. When the Foundation established the Azim Premji University, he became the first Registrar and COO. He has for many years now, been writing regularly, drawing from his rich experiences and observations on the ground. Giridhar's other passion is cricket and he has co-authored two acclaimed books on the sport: Midwicket Tales: From Trumper to Tendulkar and From Mumbai to Durban: India's Greatest Tests.

About the BookTHE LEGEND OF PARASHURAMA, THE SIXTH AVATAR OF VISHNU, RETOLD IN ALL ITS FANTASTIC DETAIL.The youngest son of Saptarishi Jamadagni, Ramabhadra has the weight of an immense prophecy on his shoulders. For not only is he the gifted son of a supremely revered rishi and his wife, he is also being quietly trained to fulfil his destiny as an avatar of Lord Vishnu. But the path to divinity is not one without trials. When his father and guru is suddenly snatched away from him, Ramabhadra knows he has to avenge his death, come what may. But before that he must master himself.A tale of revenge, love and duty Rama of the Axe is the story of Rambhadra's journey to becoming Parashurama.About the AuthorRanjith Radhakrishnan has been enchanted with Indian myths and lore for as long as he can remember. This is his first book, an attempt to retell a piece of Indian mythology. He lives in Bangalore.

About the BookFROM THE BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF TONGUE IN CHEEK, A HILARIOUS ACCOUNT OF HER TRAVELS IN THE U.S.When Khyrunnisa and her husband, VK, decide to travel to the U.S. for their daughter-in-law's graduation ceremony, they enthusiastically throw themselves into the preparations. Very much at home in their beloved Thiruvananthapuram, the duo has never before travelled abroad. Visas procured and warm clothes packed, they set forth. And what an adventure it turns out to be-full of peculiar restaurant rules, tipping norms, confusing subway stations, interesting places and entertaining conversations.In this relatable and giggle-inducing travelogue, Khyrunnisa returns to doing what she does best-finding humour in everyday life. We chuckle along and shake our heads in recognition, as we accompany her from one destination to another. Keenly observed and hilariously narrated, Chuckle Merry Spin is suffused with the joy of adventure and the warmth of friends and family. A book for all times.About the AuthorKhyrunnisa A. is a award-winning author of children's fiction. Her first book for adults, Tongue in Cheek, is a bestseller that continues to regale readers. She has also worked as an Associate Professor of English at All Saints' College, and is now a full-time author. She lives in Thiruvanathapuram.

About the BookBESTSELLING AUTHOR SUDEEP NAGARKAR'S LATEST IS A THRILLER THAT COMBINES ROMANCE AND MYSTERY.Eighteen-year-old Nandini wakes up from a coma in a state of disorientation-she can't remember who she is or how she landed up in hospital. As she slowly tries to piece her life together with the help of family she no longer recognises, some memories come back to her while others remain obstinately out of reach.Sahil can't understand why the girl he once loved has suddenly turned a stranger. Dejected by her behaviour he tries to move on but his feelings for her won't be forgotten so easily, nor will the hurt she has caused.As fragments of Nandini's lost memories resurface, she gets an uneasy feeling that Sahil knows more about her accident than he is willing to reveal. Is he truly the person she thinks he is? What is the missing piece of Nandini's past that will explain the present?A whirlwind of love, passion, suspicion and a quest for the truth, Why Should I Trust You? is a perfect mix of romance and mystery that will keep readers hooked from start to finish.About the AuthorSudeep Nagarkar has authored fifteen bestselling novels. He has been featured on the Forbes longlist of the most influential celebrities for two consecutive years. He was also awarded the 'Celebrity author of 2013' by Amazon and, in 2016, he was awarded the 'Youth Icon of the Year' by Zee Awards and WBR group.

About the BookDISCOVER THE SECRETS FOR BEING TRULY HAPPY WITH 101 MANTRAS THAT LEAD TO UNLIMITED HAPPINESS.What is happiness?What makes a person happy?What makes a life truly joyful and meaningful?There are as many conceivable responses to these questions as there are people in this world. While happiness is a very individual concept, it is most often seen as containing a measure of health, prosperity, social status, professional or creative satisfaction, a loving family and friends. The problem is that all of these are transitory phenomena.Happiness, on the other hand, can be unlimited, unbound by conditions. Such a state comes from a deep understanding of, and focus on, our fundamental goal. It is a path that sages have led us down for centuries.Through 101 short, workable capsules, The Path to Ananda: A Mystic's Guide to Unlimited Happiness offers readers that knowledge again. This is a mystic's guide for those who like following practical, easy-to-follow advice, knowledge that makes a difference, and wisdom that's practical.Swami Avdheshanand Giri distils years of research, experiments with spirituality, enlightenment and invaluable advice into a regimen that can be applied to daily life by every reader. Grounded in ancient wisdom and Hindu philosophy, this essential guide steers readers towards the path to unbridled happiness-Ananda-and a rich and meaningful life.About the AuthorSwami Avdheshanand Giri is the Acharya Mahamandaleshwar of the Shree Panch Dashnaam Juna Akhada, the largest of the 13 Akhadas.He is a guru to thousands and has initiated more than a hundred thousand sannyasis and transformed innumerable lives with his social activities.He heads the Prabhu Premi Sangh in Haryana and is the President of the Samanvaya Seva Trust. He is also the President of the Hindu Dharma Acharya Sabha.An orator and author of several books on Indian spiritual philosophy, he was bestowed an honorary Doctorate of Literature (D. Lit) degree by Vikram University in India in 2008.He delivered the keynote address at the UNO for 'Responsible Leadership Summit' held in May 2019, the Parliament of the World's Religions in Melbourne in 2009 and has chaired many international conferences for climate change, interfaith brotherhood, and on interfaith relations, among other things.

A DEEP AND PROFOUND INSIGHT INTO THE GARUDA PURANA AND THE HINDU CONCEPTS OF DEATH, REBIRTH AND IMMORTALITY.Why do Hindus feed their dead ancestors? And why do they prefer burning the dead to building tombs? Does Hinduism have no concept of Judgement Day? What is the impact of death on its notions of womanhood and caste? Is the Vedic approach to death different from the Tantric one? The idea of death and rebirth is embedded in the Hindu mind through ritual and story. Death is not just tragic, but ambiguous too. For instance, it is the end of one journey, but it is also the beginning of another. Similarly, while it is true that the ancestors are venerated and fed posthumously, death is also considered inauspicious, a source of impurity. There are a variety of rituals that seek to address these ambiguities, provide comfort to the living and deliverance to the dead. In Garuda Purana and Other Hindu Ideas on Death, Rebirth and Immortality, Devdutt Pattanaik explores the many concepts around death across the spectrum of Hindu puranas and mythology. Bhuta, pishacha, preta, pitr and vetala make their appearance in this study, as do Yama, Hanuman, Kaal-Bhairav, Ram and other gods as well as lesser beings. The book is a unique enquiry into the inevitability that is death-but equally it is a guide for the living on the choices we make.About the AuthorDevdutt Pattanaik is an Indian physician turned leadership consultant, mythologist and author whose works focus largely on the areas of myth, mythology and also management. He is former chief belief officer of Future Group, one of India's largest retailers. He writes a column for the newspaper Mid-Day.

AN EXPERT SHINES A LIGHT ON THE OFTEN CONFUSING AND CONTRADICTORY ADVICE OFFERED ON THE SUBJECT OF WEIGHT LOSS¿Women and the Weight Loss Tamasha is based on health and nutrition fundamentals and principles. This book by renowned nutritionist, Rujuta Diwekar, helps women in losing weight, toning their bodies, bringing the glow on their faces and some sort of wisdom in their brains. The women have to concentrate on their weight issues right from their puberty, marriage, pregnancy to menopause. The body weight fluctuates with these hormonal changes in their bodies. The author gives details about all the changes that a woman goes through during these phases. Indian women have to consider many other factors-hormonal changes, in-laws, children, career, house help and what not! Also, a woman's overall well-being is directly related to her body weight.The author emphasizes on the four pillars of health-Nutrition, Exercise, Sleep and Relationships-in the book. Special stress is laid on lifestyle disorders such as PCOD, hypothyroidism and diabetes. The author has rubbished common myths related to food, hormones and exercises. According to the author, theories that pregnancy, hypothyroidism and menopause are related to weight are not valid. A woman can maintain a healthy lifestyle throughout her life by following some simple health tips. This edition, unlike her first edition, is diverse in many ways. The chapter related to lifestyle disorders has thrown light on the subjects of PCODand hypothyroidism, that have become very common. The author has stretched herself beyond food, to cover exercise and sleep, which are crucial and important aspects of a person's health.

THE ONE-STOP GUIDE TO BRINGING UP HEALTHY CHILDREN BY COMBINING OLD AND NEW WAYS OF NURTURING YOUNG BODIES AND MINDSThis is Rujuta's most important book to date, and an attempt to future-proof the health of our next generation.A book that is as much for parents as it is for kids, Notes for Healthy Kids focuses on clearing the underlying food confusion that leads to endless diet trends. It empowers kids to make the right food choices for themselves.Rujuta also calls out the food industry for targeted and misleading advertisements, as well as policymakers for failing to protect the interests of our children.On the practical side, the book combines the latest in nutrition science with the time tested wisdom of our grandmothers, and offers easy-to-follow advice for all aspects of a child's life.Includes food guidelines for:Age-group 0-15 years | School days | Holidays | Parties | Sports | Obesity |Low immunity | Diabetes | Fatty liver | Frequent illnesses and much more.

A COLLECTION OF THE ACE NUTRITIONIST'S MOST LOVED WRITING ON FOOD AND DIETRujuta Diwekar is amongst the most followed nutritionists globally, and a leading health advocate. Over the past decade, her writings have decisively shifted food conversations across the country away from fads and towards eating local, seasonal and traditional. Her mantra-eat local, think global-blends the wisdom of our grandmothers with the latest advances in nutrition science for sustainable good health for all.This is a collection of some of her most-loved writings on:Diet trends and food mythsFestival and seasonal foodsQuick tips for good healthSuperfoods in the kitchenFoods for health problemsExercise and yogaWomen¿s and kids¿ healthHeritage recipes

A NECESSARY AID FOR EVERY INDIAN WOMAN WHO IS PREGNANT OR HAS RECENTLY HAD A BABYIf you are preparing for pregnancy, are pregnant or have just delivered, Pregnancy Notes has got you covered. Rujuta Diwekar takes you through the journey, with tips for even before you get pregnant, till and after you deliver your bundle of joy. Each stage includes notes on food, exercise and recovery. Also included are heritage recipes from across the country, so you can mine the wisdom of our grandmothers. This is a must-have guide for every woman who is pregnant or wants to know more about pregnancy.About the AuthorAmongst the world's most-followed nutritionists, Rujuta Diwekar is also a bestselling author with more than 1.5 million copies of her books in print. Through her public health initiatives, like the 12-week fitness project, Sonave community farming project, home exercise and diet projects on social media, etc., she continues to define the discourse on diet and exercise across the country and for Indians living globally.

THE ONE-STOP GUIDE TO GOOD HEALTHY LIVING COMBINING OLD AND NEWWAYS OF NURTURING YOUNG BODIES AND MINDSHonoured by ¿Nutrition award¿ from Asian Institute of Gastroenterology; Rujuta Diwekar is an award-winning trainer. In this book; she has shared her years of knowledge and experience on diet; weight-loss and healthy living. She explains the importance and role of workouts; their types and their benefits. She explains vital concepts of healthy living in easy-to-understand language. The books also includes real-life experiences of people; which makes it more motivating and interesting to read. The author passes on her knowledge and understanding in very simple terms; reflecting her wonderful sense of humour from time to time. She lists easy ways to keep track of health amidst day-to-day struggles with life. Through this book brings you the secrets of healthy lifestyle debunking myths about diet and exercise.

About the Book¿A SUCCINCT AND LUCIDLY WRITTEN GUIDE TO UNDERSTANDING A DISEASE THAT MORE AND MORE WOMEN IN INDIA ARE SEEKING HELP FORThe Disease of Today - PCODPCOD or Polycystic Ovarian Disease has become a common phenomenon in todays times. Writer and nutritional expert Rujuta Diwekar claims that PCOD has become a common occurrence in the last few years only. Before this it used to be a rare phenomenon.The sedentary lifestyle of today coupled with the stress, work pressure, tendency to eat non-nutritional and unconventional foods, delayed lunches and dinners, inharmonious balance between health and work has left women highly susceptible to this disease. The focus of problems has shifted from trying to lose weight to being scared of what irregular periods and thyroid problems could do to your body. Rijuta Diwekar tells the readers to explore this chaotic disorder that has seeped into our lifestyle and make necessary changes in our lifestyle before conditions become worse.The book tells the readers to finally take charge of their bodies and their lifestyle, instead of shifting the blame on the hormones. It talks about the importance of a balanced diet and maintaining a harmony between health and work, so that the women of today can prevent future generations to suffer from increasing bouts of hormonal diseases. It comes as a reality check in the form of a small handbook, answering all your questions about weight and hormones as well as providing solutions. The author explains the science behind it all and explains in detail the nutritional qualities and flaws of the most commonly consumed food items.About the AuthorAmongst the world's most-followed nutritionists, Rujuta Diwekar is also a bestselling author with more than 1.5 million copies of her books in print. Through her public health initiatives, like the 12-week fitness project, Sonave community farming project, home exercise and diet projects on social media, etc., she continues to define the discourse on diet and exercise across the country and for Indians living globally.