Bangalore Events — book discussion

Join us for a book discussion on HEART LAMP: SELECTED STORIES by Banu Mushtaq, translated by Deepa Bhasthi. The book has been longlisted for the International Booker Prize 2025. The event will feature a conversation between Banu Mushtaq and Deepa Bhasthi, moderated by writer and editor Kavya Murthy. Together, they will explore stories of identity, everyday lives, and translation. This discussion offers an opportunity to engage with regional literature and understand the complexities of translating cultural narratives. Attendees will gain insights into the socio-political contexts of the stories and the collaborative efforts involved in bringing them to a broader audience....

Join us for this book discussion on VAADIVAASAL – THE ARENA, a powerful exploration of Jallikattu. Written by International Booker Prize-nominated author Perumal Murugan and brought to life through stunning illustrations by renowned graphic novelist Appupen, this event will be moderated by author and illustrator Samhita Arni. Here are the details of the book discussion:Date: 12th April, 2025Time: 5:30 PM Location: Champaca Bookstore, Vasanth Nagar, Bangalore. Since there is limited seating, we recommend you book your spot soon. About the book:VAADIVAASAL- THE ARENA is a gripping graphic novel adaptation of a modern Tamil literary classic. This adaptation brings to life the...

We are thrilled to announce the launch of Champaca Indiranagar, and what better way to kick it off than with an inspiring conversation between two extraordinary women who have made significant contributions in their respective fields: Harini Nagendra, a celebrated professor and author on ecology and sustainability, and Sharda Ugra, a renowned sports writer. They have also been a part of our journey and showed us their support since we started our first bookstore in 2020.  Harini Nagendra will be in conversation with Sharda Ugra. This conversation will take place on 5th April 2025 at 6 PM at our new Indiranagar store....

Reading is a very mindful and purposeful activity. No book is exempt from its social context. To make it a wholesome experience, one must also look at the character development, plot progression, hidden meanings and clues, and more. Our view and experience of the books is often strengthened when we collectively reflect and make meaning. SkilLit Readers is thrilled to partner with Champaca Bookstore to host an immersive workshop on Harini Nagendra’s THE BANGALORE DETECTIVES CLUB. Join us as we bring the story to life through interactive activities and delve into thought-provoking discussions about the book’s themes, characters, and your burning...

Join us for a very special conversation with Srikar Raghavan and Roopa Pai on Srikar’s book RAMA BHIMA SOMA. Here are the details of the event -  DAY - Sunday DATE - 23 March TIME - 11:30 AM Since seating is limited, we recommend you confirm your spot here. About the book - Rama Bhima Soma is an enterprise of translation and rediscovery, packed with stories and conversations. Marshalling a diverse range of literary and scholarly resources, framed through biographical sketches and immersive reportage, Srikar Raghavan’s genre-bending work of narrative non-fiction reanimates some pivotal moments in the making of modern...