English translation of Telugu bestseller ‘Amma's Diary' to release later this year
New Delhi, Jun 30 (PTI) 'Amma's Diary', the English translation of the Telugu bestseller 'Amma Dairylo Konni Pageelu' by acclaimed author Ravi Mantri, will hit the stands later this year, announced publisher Penguin Random House India (PRHI)on Monday.
'From the hearts of the Telugu states to the hearts of the nation — Amma Diarylo Konni Pageelu, the cherished love story of Sarika and Ram, is coming to life in English! I hope you are ready to experience the magic, now in a language for everyone,' said Mantri in a statement.
At its heart, 'Amma's Diary' is an elegy for unspoken lives. So, in a culture that often celebrates the youthful adventures of men, but draws a veil over the pasts of women, Mantri's novel asks: 'What if we dared to read the pages of our mothers' forgotten stories? What might we learn if we saw them not as the silent anchors of our homes, but as individuals shaped by desire, heartbreak, and the hope of second chances?' Through the quiet voice of Sarika, whose long-lost love story is rediscovered by the next generation, 'Amma's Diary' becomes a chronicle of time, memory, and the inherited weight of choices made and unmade.
''Amma's Diary' is a poignant and beautifully written narrative that captures the essence of human emotions, relationships, and experiences. It is a testament to the power of storytelling and the resilience of the human spirit. We are thrilled to share this remarkable work with our readers, and I welcome Ravi Mantri to Penguin Random House India,' said Milee Ashwarya, publisher at PRHI. PTI MG MG MG MG
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