9 Books to Read in January 2025

9 Books to Read in January 2025

Curated by Storizen, this list brings together an eclectic mix of genres and narratives, from the timeless wisdom of the Ramayana to the inspiring stories of resilience and transformation.

1. Many Ramayanas, Many Lessons by Anand Neelakantan

What does the Ramayana mean to you—a guide to virtuous living, a sacred text, or a timeless source of wisdom? With countless retellings across centuries and cultures, the epic has evolved in unimaginable ways, offering fresh perspectives on its characters and lessons.

2. Rama Bhima Soma by Srikar Raghavan

Srikar Raghavan’s genre-blending narrative weaves biography, reportage, and cultural analysis to reanimate Karnataka’s history, sparking fresh conversations and rediscovering ideas once lost to time.

3. The Essential Ghalib Hardcover by Anisur Rahman

For poetry enthusiasts, Mirza Asadullah Khan Ghalib (1797-1869) is synonymous with the art of the ghazal, yet much of his genius remains unknown beyond a few iconic couplets.

4. Don’t Close Your Eyes by P.S. Cunliffe

When Catherine’s husband, Simon, fails to pick up their son and vanishes without a trace, her worst fears come true when the police arrive with devastating news—Simon is missing, presumed dead.

5. Break-up on Purpose by John Kim

Heartbreak is never easy, but every breakup carries the potential for transformation—a chance to break down and break through into a stronger, wiser version of yourself.

6. Rising Sons by Kavery Nambiarsan

In pre-independence India, in the small village of Kesarugattu in Karnataka, Devaraya, a Brahmin, is intent on reinforcing his status within the rigid caste system that governs the village.

7. The Bookbinder’s Guide to Love by Katherine Garbera

Serafina Conte, a former lonely foster child, found solace in crafting journals and writing her wishes within their pages. Now, running a quirky new age shop with her two best friends, Sera’s handmade journals are gaining fame for their rumored magical properties.

8. The Glass Palace by Amitav Ghosh

Set during the British invasion of Burma in 1885, The Glass Palace follows Rajkumar, a poor boy swept up in the chaos of war and political upheaval, who rises to create an empire in the Burmese teak forests.

9. Bring It On by Deepa Malik

The first thing that captivates you about Deepa Malik is her smile, which draws your attention and keeps you focused on her, making you forget everything else—the wheelchair, the paralyzed body, the scars from years of battling spinal tumors.

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