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Tune into this conversation between Radhika Oberoi and Andaleeb Wajid as they discuss Radhika's latest novel OF MOTHERS AND OTHER PERISHABLES.  The details of the events are as follows:  DATE- 15 SEPTEMBER, SUNDAY  TIME- 5 PM  Please RSVP here since there will be limited seating.  ABOUT THE BOOK OF MOTHERS AND OTHER PERISHABLES is an exquisite articulation of grief. It is also the sharp-eyed tale of a city tethered to violence and bursting with nazms.The morbidly funny voice of a dead woman echoes through the walls of her beloved storeroom, a compact space that contains her earthly belongings: cupboards full...

Champaca Bookstore & SkilLit Readers invite your child to embark on an enriching 3-day journey into the world of "A Cloud Called Bhura". This immersive program is designed to deepen their understanding of the book’s rich narrative and characters and engage with critical global issues like climate change and the inspiring role of child activists. Through guided discussions, interactive sessions, and creative activities, participants will explore the book’s themes and real-world relevance, fostering a deeper connection to literature and the world around them.Please note that participants are required to read the book before attending the workshop to fully engage with...

Dear readers and friends of Champaca,We are happy to invite you for the launch of a graphic narrative book 'Rooted in Power: Women's Grassroots Leadership and Climate Action in India.'  The book, co-created by Asar in collaboration with several civil society organisations, aims to uncover powerful stories of hope, resilience and transformative leadership of women from different parts of the country as they lie at the frontlines of the climate crisis.Join us for the launch on August 10 followed by a conversation on Women and Climate Change with:Ms. Aparna Karthikeyan, People's Archive of Rural India (PARI)Ms. Nalini Shekar and Ms. Geetha, Hasiru...

 Join us at the bookstore to tune into this conversation between V. Geetha and Thejaswi Shivanand as they discuss the books in the MAKERS series, by Tara Books. The books being discussed are A POTTER'S TALE, BOAT BUILDERS OF THE COROMANDEL and WEAVING WITH COMPASSION.  Read on to know more about these books. A POTTER'S TALE, the first book in the series in which Ramu Velar tells us how he views his craft, vocation and life. Just as his fingers deftly mould a lump of clay to create sturdy pots and beautifully carved bowls, his memory creates sharp as well...

Join Aishwarya Jha and Deepti Talwar as they discuss THE SCENT OF FALLEN STARS, Aishwarya's latest book about a scholarly loner and a musical prodigy who came to India for answers, over twenty years apart.  About the speakers: Aishwarya Jha is a writer, designer and entrepreneur from New Delhi. A mentee at the Asian Women Writers programme, her poetry, short fiction and essays have been published in numerous literary journals and an anthology at Oxford University. Deepthi Talwar is the executive editor at Penguin Random House India. About the book:A scholarly loner and a musical prodigy come to India for answers,...