World of Books and Travel

I was so thrilled to see that as I am writing this blog, my short story ebook Sweet & Sour-1 is ranked #311 in Amazon.in Best Sellers list. I know it won't stay there for long, and it will keep fluctuating. Still at least for some time it is nice to see it ranked there. http://www.amazon.in/dp/B00IKFNAZY

This review was by Nuggehalli Pankaja, a veteran writer. As the title itself suggests, the ten short stories presented here are an amalgamation of the various emotions weaving itself into interesting as well as introspective episodes of human nature. So naturally they are brought out that the readers get involved automatically-unconsciously, delineating the complexities of the characters as each story unfolds. As mentioned before, each story is different, some poignant stamping its own mark on the reader’s mind. The fourth story ‘SWEET REVENGE’ is one such. It is the story of a young couple though not rich, finding happiness in the arms of love. With an unexpected kick of fate, their blissful world is almost shattered! A sudden twist at the end by the master hand, lo, a well-formed story emerges, widening our eyes! Title of the 6th story ‘THE REBORN DAUGHTER’ at first giving the impression of a ‘reincarnation theme,’ unravels the menace of the social issue-‘DOWRY,’ prevalent ...

My new novel Cherished which will be released at the end of September, is listed for a giveaway at goodreads, If you are a book enthusiast please check it out and enter the giveaway . Since the postage is too expensive it is available only to the people in India. For my blog readers, I am giving away five ebook copies of Cherished , from a random pick, which can be sent anywhere. The last date for entry is 5th October 2013. Those who are interested please enter here posting a comment. Those who are interested to write a review for this book may also please write in the comment. Story - Grishma, accompanied by her father and four month old baby, boards the train to Delhi to join her husband Praveen. She decides to give him a surprise visit. Little does she know that her journey will end in havoc to her life. 19 years later, Grishma's daughter Jyothi, longing for her father's love and support, determines to search for him, despite her mother's strong pr...

Cherished is my second novel. Grishma, accompanied by her father and four month old baby, boards the train to Delhi join her husband, to surprise him with an unexpected visit. She dreams a happy family life with him. Little does she know that her journey will end in havoc to her life. 19 years later, Grishma's daughter Jyothi, longing for her father's love and support and a family reunion determines to search for her father, despite her mother's strong protests. She succeeds in her mission, but will Praveen accept her as his daughter? This is the heartwarming story of Jyothi's pursuit of parental love, which she considers as her legitimate right.

I'm offering The Second Choice (novel) with a discounted price for a limited period (till end of this month). At present, it is available for Rs.90/- in India and $2.00 outside India, through this link . Please check out the link and download your ebook. If you find any problem in downloading please let me know, through the comment form.

My children's books are now available to purchase in Rupees also. Price of each book is only Rs.50/- (0.99). Mini's Little world - http://imojo.in/11pU55E Big Brother Appu - http://imojo.in/10VpUqc Four Sons - http://imojo.in/10X0LLT Two stories of Kings - http://imojo.in/10X9ttM All are entertaining and educative to the young minds. Instant downloads.

From today for 3 days, my short story book (ebook) A Difficult Decision is free on KDP. Please check it out. http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00722ZOGY Even if you don't have an eReader you can read it on the computer. It is a small book of just 3 Indian short stories and can be finished fast. Please don't miss it.

Read the new reviews for The Second Choice, at goodreads.com. http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/12374346-the-second-choice Also Booksonshelf interviewed me. You can see the featured interview with review here. http://booksonmyshelves.blogspot.in/2012/07/the-second-choice.html Where to buy this book (paperback) and ebook format? Check this link.

My ebook "A Difficult Decision" is available on amazon kdp. It is free on 14th and 15th July 2012. Please download it and enjoy. http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00722ZOGY What is the book about? It is a short story book containing 3 Indian short stories where the protagonists are required to take difficult decisions in different parts of their lives. What and why such decisions are taken. Please download the book and read the stories. Your reviews are most welcome. Read a review here .

Hi everyone, I have created a book giveaway on Goodreads for three copies of The Second Choice . The paperback is available only in India, (it will be beyond my capacity to send internationally), but those who are interested can be given an ebook. Those who are interested in receiving an ebook, please contact me through commenting here. All you have to do is click on the Goodreads link in the top right of this blog (if you don’t have a Goodreads account, it’s free to join and the giveaway requires nothing more than clicking to enter). http://www.goodreads.com/giveaway/show/27616-the-second-choice Please see the right side on top for the giveaway. Thanks.

I have just announced a giveaway for one of my children's Books - Mini's Little world. The promotion starts from today and ends on 31st May 2012. Please check my other blog where this announcement is made.

The novel - The Second Choice, is free today on smashwords.com . Use coupon LU59M. Grab your copy. http://bit.ly/ItfZuy

Please check the recent review of my book The Second Choice . Prior to that there was another review I saw in infibeam. Have you seen the reviews on flipkart? If not, check here.

My new short story book - A difficult Decision - is free on 11th and 12th Feb. on amazon. It is a book of 3 stories set in India. Take a look at it here A Difficult Decision. and send your feedback. All the three stories are heart-warming stories.

Recently another constructive review is out about my book The Second Choice , on museindia.com as stated in their Jan-Feb issue. I am posting some excerpts from the review post for the convenience of my readers - "There are some books that one reads, finishes reading and remembers in snippets. Then, some books make one laugh and cry; and are then tucked safely in a forgotten corner of their bookshelf. Few books; however, live on to you; right from the time one reads the first page; and make one pick them from time to time from corners of the bookshelf. This is what Lakshmi Menon’s first English novel in offering does; its poignancy wants you to take pleasure in it at regular intervals." Another part - "The complexities of Indu’s refusal to accept her ‘new mother’ and the depression of Anu; Pavithra's daughter are very well expressed in the middle of the novel. The book starts on a promising note, with a strong image of Anu resting in Pavithra’s lap and her r...

I was just fascinated by the beauty of Zanzibar Island in Africa. After my visit there I decided to write about what I saw there, and other relevant details. I have just published my new ebook on Zanzibar. It is an easy to read book with lots of pictures. Magic Land of Zanzibar is available here. You can read the first few pages for free.

Publishing an ebook is not a problem today. It can be read by many devices. It is really worth a try. I have published 4 ebooks recently. These are stories for children, published at smashwords. https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/61438 https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/61443 https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/61784 https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/62865 (This is for free).