Rushdie says in the introduction to the novel that in the west people tend to read the novel “as a fantasy” while in India readers think of it as “pretty realistic, almost a history book”.

The shortlisted books showcase diverse themes and perspectives, highlighting the vibrant Indian literary landscape.

I was also impelled to look at my personal favourites after hearing of Salman Rushdie's observation -- intended to be provocative, no doubt -- in the Vantage Book of Indian Fiction that all ...

The author explained, “It’s set in rural South Trinidad. The protagonist is a young teenage Indian boy who is working in the cane fields with a village elder ...

“In this way, mytho-fiction books not only serve as entertainment but also as educational tools, helping to keep India’s rich mythological heritage alive for new generations.” Hari ...

The World Book Fair 2025 attracted over two million visitors, showcasing India's growing interest in literature. Featuring 2,000 publishers, the event covered diverse genres and celebrated the theme ...

The discussion at the launch of ‘Deviants’ revolved around the theme of ‘Writing Queer Stories’ and the ideas of shame, pride ...

With people from all walks of life attending the fair’s 32nd edition, publishing houses noted that the literary choices of ...

Could this be India's next massive, internationally influential work of literary fiction? This book examines Jawahar Aftabachi's memoir Tazkirah-i-Vaqi'at as a springboard to examine slavery and ...

The shortlists were announced for English and Hindi languages. The winners in each category will receive a cash prize of Rs ...

The New Delhi World Book Fair 2025 saw a record footfall of over two million visitors, highlighting India’s growing love for the written word, believe organisers as well as writers and readers who ...