Sweeter Voices Still


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A groundbreaking nonfiction collection about queer life in the Midwest. "A marvelous ode to humanity and its passions."-- Little Village The middle of America―the Midwest, Appalachia, the Rust Belt, the Great




MY CONNIE WAS MY LIFE MY WONDERFUL AMERICAN WIFE


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Everything changed for Pradeep K. Berry on February 28, 2015.That was the day his wife of forty-one years, Constance A. “Connie” Berry, died. He’s been mourning ever since, and he seeks to cope with his loss in this tribute to his beloved spouse. In My Connie, he celebrates their love—a love that would have never happened if he hadn’t left India to go to the United States. He only had seven dollars at the time, and he could not have dreamed that he’d meet a beautiful, intelligent, American wife. The author’s family embraced Connie as soon as they realized she was polite, smart, and self-made. In short order, she became the star of the family. Berry lovingly describes Connie’s qualities, character, and ethics as well as her professional career. He observes that even though he’s been in tremendous pain since she died, he would have never had such a long and happy marriage if he and Connie had not loved each other so much. Connie and Pradeep, both consider themselves as two bodies and one soul. Now, Pradeep is hoping that they will be again two bodies and one soul in the next life. Join the author as he shares lessons on enjoying a happy marriage and honors the woman who made his dreams come true. His only hope is to make some difference in other woman’s lives and how their husband can make a difference in their lives.




#versesoflove


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#versesoflove is an anthology that celebrates love. From over 1000 submissions in a span of two weeks these vote worthy stories made it to the top. This collection of stories will serve as a launchpad to bring some of India's greatest contemporary writers into the limelight. From stories in the form of letters, to the really articulate stories that sway your heart, this diverse anthology contains stories in all shapes and sizes. There's a story for every reader and one for every mood. This anthology is proof of the ever-evolving, fluid and thriving world of short stories. A must-have for ardent lovers of the art form.




Make Me Your Wife 2


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After escaping from home, Aman got an important life experience. After Rachna's persuasion and personal experiences, Aman decided to return home. Maya's behavior changed drastically due to the fear of losing her son again. Maya not only changed her thinking but also established a relationship of love with Aman. This bond of love between mother and son became so deep that both of them decided to tie the knot of marriage.




Reboot, Reflect, Revive


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This book shares how we can make the choice to rise above our hypercompetitive society and align with our goals and ourselves.




Repentance


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Shobha Munshi-caught in a world of rigidity, she had no control of her future. Michael Furtardo-Fate takes him to heights. Destiny brings him back to his routes. Laxmandas Munshi-Could not change as per time. He was the cause of his daughter, Shobha not marrying Michael. Later repents. Meena-A prostitute. Her plight gave Michael a cause to do something for the women in distress. Ravi Joshi-A playboy. Sarla-Laxmandas Munshi's devoted wife who understood the changes taking place around. During the later part of his life, Laxmandas Munshi realises that he was not clear of his own religion and knew nothing of the other religions, except the name. Laxmandas found that the inter-faith platform was the best form of making people wiser and bringing them all together.




Time to Kill and Other Stories


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Time to Kill is a collection of short stories showcasing Madhav Desais storytelling talent. Set in India in the 1980s, this collection of six short stories is replete with elements of mystery, suspense, and surprise. From the tale of a clairvoyant woman on a noble mission to warn future victims, to the bizarre suicide of a successful business executive, to a fun-loving but naive village woman being stranded during her first visit to a large city, to the title story, which is a classic whodunit set in what appears to be a warm and carefree reunion of old friendsthe author keeps the readers at the edge of their seats with unexpected plot twists in this thrilling page-turner.




Modern Indian Literature, an Anthology: Plays and prose


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This Volume Is Devoted To Plays And Prose Writings, The Task Of Bringing Together Samples Of The Best Of Modern Indian Writing Is Now Complete. The Translations Have Been Done By A Competent Team And Are Sure To Appeal To Lovers Of Literature




Selective Memory


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Shobhaa Dé has been many things to many people: supermodel, celebrity journalist, bestselling author, friend, rival, colleague and confidante. In this engagingly candid memoir, a woman who has been a familiar face and name to millions (although few known to her) finally reveals the true self behind the public persona. Insiders know that besides her commitment to work and the frantic pace of her life, Shobhaa Dé's first priority in life has always been her family. Here she writes poignantly of her early years, and of her relationship with her parents and siblings, her husband and her children. Written in a consistently confident and candid voice, Selective Memory: Stories from My Life is remarkable for the honesty with which it captures the essence of a fascinating woman who has become a legend in her own time




The Branded


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The Novel Is An Autobiographical Account Of The Life Of A Stereotyped Underdog But Of A Representative Of A Section Of Society Thriving On Petty Crimes. It Is A Poignant Satire On Social Inequality And A Candid Account Of The AuthorýS Life Account Brought Up In The Uchalya Community. The Novel Has The Freshness Of Rugged Sincerity Written In A Style Untamed By Sophistication And Therefore Has Become Unquestionably Valuable As A Socially Significant Document Besides Being A Powerful Literary Work.