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The Print
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Print
English translation of Telugu bestseller ‘Amma's Diary' to release later this year
The novel, originally published in Telugu by Aju Publications — an imprint of Sapien Stories Pvt. Ltd. — quickly became a literary sensation selling nearly two lakh copies within its first 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 This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
New Indian Express
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
New book by psychotherapist Riri, parenting expert Anagha, offers tailored guidance for Indian parents
NEW DELHI: Released on the occasion of Father's Day, a new book by acclaimed psychotherapist Riri G Trivedi and parenting expert Anagha Nagpal introduces a culturally sensitive take on parenting, equipping Indian parents with essential tools to address the challenges of raising children in today's complex world. "The Book Won't Teach You Parenting", published by Penguin Random House India (PRHI), aims to help parents understand the right parenting style that is balanced and universally applicable across generations and cultures. "The book will also clarify what parents often do incorrectly and what they can do to avoid unhealthy habits. This book also grapples with issues that are more relevant to children and parents nowadays, which didn't exist in previous generations, such as social media usage, self-harming behaviour and conversations about sexual orientation and safe sex," reads the introduction of the book. Packed with research-backed insights on parenting styles, personal anecdotes, practical checklists, and bilingual online resources, the book provides valuable insights and much-needed support for Indian parents across the globe to balance cultural nuances with modern challenges like screen time, teen relationships, and joint family dynamics. Divided into eight chapters, the book, replete with global research and real-life stories, also offers a framework for positive parenting in the Indian cultural context and presents timely, age-appropriate strategies to handle every stage of your child's life -- from toddlerhood to teenage. Whether it's healing from childhood trauma and breaking free from negative patterns through self-reflection exercises, learning self-regulation techniques to respond calmly to stress, setting a positive example for your children, or guiding them toward developing a healthy mindset and emotional resilience to navigate life's challenges -- the book claims to offer support every step of the way. "Every chapter ends with self-reflection questions for parents -- to help you understand your own childhood better and to reflect on your deep-rooted behaviours stemming from those experiences that may be affecting your parenting journey or your child's behaviour," it added. The book, priced at Rs 499, is currently available for purchase across online and offline stores.
Indian Express
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Arundhati Roy's memoir ‘Mother Mary Comes to Me' to hit shelves on September 2- read these 5 books while you wait
Booker prize-winning writer Arundhati Roy's memoir Mother Mary Comes to Me will hit the stands on September 2, publisher Penguin Random House India (PRHI) announced on Monday. The book, currently available for pre-orders online, unravels Roy's deeply personal experiences of becoming the person and writer she is, 'shaped most profoundly by her complex bond with her extraordinary, singular mother, women's rights activist Mary Roy, whom she ran from at age 18'. While we wait for Roy's highly anticipated memoir to hit shelves, here are five of her books to dive into now. From her Booker Prize-winning debut to her political essays, Roy's work is sure to keep you engrossed in the meantime. Arundhati Roy's Booker Prize-winning debut novel, The God of Small Things, is considered a cornerstone of postcolonial literature. Set in 1960s Kerala, it follows fraternal twins Rahel and Estha, whose lives unravel amid caste oppression and familial hypocrisy. Roy's lyrical prose and non-linear narrative expose the brutality of societal norms, interwoven with themes of love, loss, and forbidden boundaries. The novel's critique of India's caste system and moral rigidity earned global acclaim, translated into 40+ languages. Its vivid imagery—from pickle factories to riverbanks—immerses readers in a world where 'small things' shape destinies. A tragic yet poetic exploration of childhood innocence and adult complicity, the book remains a defining work of contemporary fiction, cementing Roy's place as a literary icon. Two decades after her debut, Roy returned with The Ministry of Utmost Happiness, a sprawling saga of India's marginalised. Longlisted for the Booker, the novel interlaces stories of transgender activist Anjum, Kashmiri rebel Musa, and abandoned baby Tilo, blending magical realism with sharp political commentary. From Delhi's graveyards to restive Kashmir, Roy exposes systemic violence while celebrating resilience. The narrative's fragmented structure mirrors India's fractured identity. Critics praised its audacity, though some found its scope overwhelming. A love letter to the dispossessed, the book reaffirms Roy's mastery of storytelling as both art and activism. This fiery essay collection confronts India's 1998 nuclear tests, globalisation, and authoritarianism. Roy lambasts 'nuclear nationalism' and dam projects displacing millions. Her critique of corporate greed and state violence sparked controversy, branding her a dissident. The book compiles five works, including The Cost of Living and War Talk, with a new introduction. Roy revisits the Gandhi-Ambedkar debate, exposing how caste oppression was sidelined in India's freedom struggle. Contrasting Gandhi's paternalism with Ambedkar's radical egalitarianism, she argues that his Annihilation of Caste remains urgent. The book, originally a preface to Ambedkar's text, dissects Gandhi's views on race and caste, urging a reckoning with his legacy. Scholarly yet accessible, it challenges mainstream narratives, advocating for Ambedkar's vision of social justice. Written during India's anti-CAA protests and Covid-19 lockdowns, Azadi (Urdu for 'freedom') interrogates the alleged rise of fascism. Through nine essays she makes a case for 'dissidence.' The title essay warns against conflating majoritarianism with democracy, while 'The Pandemic is a Portal' imagines post-crisis futures. (With PTI inputs)
