18 new children’s books to keep kids of all ages engrossed this summer
The summer vacations are here! Here is eShe’s bi-annual list of the best new children’s books with diverse themes that your kids will love.
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Book review: How to be an ‘iParent’ in the digital age
Parenting columnist Neha J Hiranandani’s new book ‘iParent’ delves into the challenges of raising a generation born with technology on their fingertips, and is a relatable guide for parents navigating the digital era.
The book ‘Badass Affirmations’ shows how to tap the wisdom and power of ‘wild women’
Becca Anderson’s book ‘Badass Affirmations: The Wit and Wisdom of Wild Women’ is a handy tool to inspire yourself every day with stories of inspiring women and affirmations to activate your own power.
Deepa Kannan’s new book taps ancient Ayurvedic wisdom to help you sleep better
‘Sleep whisperer’ Deepa Kannan’s debut book presents a 10-step framework to help those struggling with sleep disorders. In this review, psychologist Apoorva Gairola delves into the book’s key takeaways.
‘The Perfume Project’ book review: Travels through Indian fragrance
A vivid narrative about the scents of India and the country’s struggling perfume industry, Divrina Dhingra’s new book ‘The Perfume Project’ is a mix of journalism, academic research and personal commentary.
12 great children’s books to fire your little one’s imagination this winter
As schools head for the winter holidays, we curate our favourite 12 new children’s books about India and the world that kids of all ages will love.
A touching memoir about the lived experience of mental illness in India
A new book by psychologist Scherezade Siobhan ‘That Beautiful Elsewhere’ spotlights the sociocultural factors and everyday stresses that can lead to mental illness, juxtaposed with a broken psychiatric system in India.
Audacity to play: What it takes to be a woman cricketer in Pakistan
Considering the daunting challenges faced by women cricketers in Pakistan, their victories on the world stage are all the more remarkable. The book ‘Unveiling Jazbaa’ chronicles this astounding history.
17 best children’s books for a magical summer 2023
What better way for kids to spend the holidays than with a stash of some amazing new books? We’ve got you covered with this all-new summer reading list for children of all ages.
Babasaheb and Savita Ambedkar: A portrait of an uncommon marriage
Dr Savita Ambedkar’s autobiography ‘Babasaheb’ is written as an ode to the Father of the Indian Constitution. But his wife the writer manages to hold her own space – in their marriage, their public life, and in the intimate events that dot this book.
14 fabulous new children’s books for kids of all ages
As India celebrates Children’s Day on November 14, we bring to you 14 new children’s books about India and the world that kids of all ages will love.
One-Eyed Mama finds life lessons in Morgan Housel’s ‘The Psychology of Money’
One-Eyed Mama aka Aekta Kapoor reads Morgan Housel’s bestseller ‘The Psychology of Money’ and finds life wisdom tucked in between the tips on business and finance.
From shame to digital snooping, this new book explores the experience of menstruation in South Asia
Edited by human-rights lawyer Farah Ahamed, the new anthology ‘Period Matters’ is an in-depth look at how menstruation is perceived and experienced in South Asia.
Ambition, power, whim – behind the world’s most famous fashion magazine
The 130-year-old history of Vogue is not just a study in brand-building but also an overview of issues that have plagued Western society in this period – from war widows to consumerism, racism and sexism.
A journalist and ‘reluctant mother’ on the icky parts of Indian parenting no one talks about
Journalist Zehra Naqvi’s debut book ‘The Reluctant Mother’ chronicles her personal struggles of motherhood in a world that constantly tries to define her and who she should be.
Why India’s 2020 migrant-worker exodus needs to be recorded along with other historical mass migrations
Puja Changoiwala’s new book aptly captures the stark reality of millions of migrant labourers who had to trudge hundreds of miles to reach their homes after India’s 2020 Covid-19 lockdown.
“Indian children are among the most sleep-deprived in the world”: New book for Indian parents offers baby-sleep guidance
Blending traditional wisdom and modern sleep research, this new book aims to be a sleep bible for modern Indian parents struggling with their child’s bedtime needs and habits.
How to become a global stock photo and other adventures in the time of the internet
In her new memoir, Durban writer Shubnum Khan shares how her face got plastered on billboards across the world, and other fascinating stories from her colourful life.
Para swimmer Madhavi Latha Prathigudupu and her legacy of determination
In her autobiography ‘Swimming Against the Tide’, para swimmer Madhavi Latha Prathigudupu shares her remarkable journey of battling obstacles and emerging a winner.
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