There is something unequivocally alluring about a book that follows the anachronistic literary narrative, which places people associated with a particular time in history in the wrong time period. These tales are old as time, and you are curious to know how the characters would react, think, or even just… live. Author Trisha Das thought… Continue reading #ELLERecommends: 4 Books That Celebrate The Magic Of Mythology Retold
After acclaimed works such as When I Hit You and Gypsy Goddess, author and poet Meena Kandasamy is back with another novel, Exquisite Cadavers. The book follows the lives of a filmmaker, Karim, and his partner, Maya. The plot takes place against the background of political events, including Brexit. Every page of the novel is… Continue reading Meena Kandasamy on her new novel, Exquisite Cadavers. Plus, read an exclusive excerpt
2020 is a good year for literature lovers, with some of the most anticipated novels from across the globe slated to release this year. From long awaited follow-ups like The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins to Deepa Anappara’s snarky debut novel, Djinn Patrol On The Purple Line, we’ve got you sorted with a roundup… Continue reading 10 books to look forward to in 2020
I have lost count of the number of times I have been told that my love for fashion and style is incongruous with my being a writer—especially one that writes on ‘serious’ subjects. I understand where this comes from—the irredeemable image of a ‘serious’ writer in this country is that of the jholawala in a… Continue reading What the sartorial choices of literary icons often indicate
For over 160 years, Levi’s has been a name synonymous with rock ‘n’ roll, counterculture, and effortless style. Apart from being a household name and an on-trend brand, Levi’s has successfully managed to remain ethical and inclusive throughout its journey. From the company’s fight towards ethical production of garments in 1991 to being the first… Continue reading By standing up for the things that matter, Levi’s goes beyond fashion
Six years ago, I visited the Hawaiian Islands for the first time. The purpose of my trip was two-fold—I was going as a tourist, but I was also starting work on what would become my first novel, The Far Field (HarperCollins). Whenever I told people I was heading to Hawaii, they invariably responded in the… Continue reading How the similar histories of Kashmir and Hawaii inspired Madhuri Vijay’s debut novel
