Bangalore Events

Join us on 19th October, for a discussion on Between Worlds, a groundbreaking anthology of Indian science fiction and fantasy. The evening will feature a panel discussion with the editor and contributing authors, exploring the vibrant and diverse voices shaping the future of SFF writing in India. Here are the details:Date: 19 October 2025Time: 6:00 PMVenue: Champaca Bookstore, Vasanth Nagar Since seats are limited, we recommend you sign up here!About the Book:Between Worlds is the introductory Indian speculative fiction anthology of new SFF writing. Eschewing the model of commissioning stories to collect a “best of,” this anthology seeks to ask,...

Some stories are timeless, returning to us with new meanings each time they are retold. Broken Nest and Other Stories, translated by acclaimed poet Sharmistha Mohanty, brings Rabindranath Tagore’s unforgettable tales into a contemporary voice that resonates with today’s readers. At this special discussion, poet and translator Sharmistha Mohanty will be in conversation with writer and scholar Mani Rao, exploring how translation can revive, reframe, and reimagine Tagore’s narratives for new generations. Together, they will reflect on the enduring power of Tagore’s explorations of love, alienation, memory, and the fragile strength of women’s lives. Here are the details:Date: 4 October...

Some books stay with you long after you’ve turned the last page. Heart Lamp, the International Booker Prize–winning anthology by Banu Mushtaq, is one of those rare works. It makes you think and it makes you feel—drawing you into the lived experiences of Indian Muslim women, while also inviting you to reflect on your own world. This October, we’re bringing Heart Lamp off the page and into our lives with an interactive workshop on the idea of freedom at our Indiranagar store.  But this isn’t your usual book discussion. Instead, we’ll explore three of the anthology’s most powerful stories through music,...

We’re delighted to welcome you to the launch of Real Life, the much-anticipated new novel by Amrita Mahale. Set in the mysterious Mahamaya Valley in the Himalayas, Real Life begins with the disappearance of wildlife biologist Tara and unfolds into a layered story of friendship, obsession, and truth-seeking. Amrita Mahale will be in conversation with author Dharini Bhaskar, as they discuss the novel, its themes, and the stories that shape their writing. Here are the event details:  Date: 20th September, Saturday Time: 6:00 pmVenue: Champaca Bookstore, Vasanth Nagar Since the seating is limited, we recommend you to sign up here!...

Join us at Champaca Bookstore, Indiranagar for the launch of Be a Neighbourhood Naturalist. We'll start with a walk around the neighbourhood led by the book's creators -  spotting wildlife, trying creative activities from the book and discovering the magic of everyday nature.  After the walk, we’ll return to Champaca for a conversation with Labonie Roy, Suhel Quader, and Vena Kapoor. We'll discuss their book - a beautifully crafted guide that invites you to slow down, look closer, and discover the wonders of the living world right in your neighbourhood. Blending creative experiments with stunning illustrations, this book offers fresh ways...