Minuscules- When less is more…..

Writer: Priyanka Bhatt

Format: Kindle Edition

File Size: 683 KB

Publisher: Notion Press; 1 edition (2018)

Language: English

Minuscules is one book that a reader can vouch for , reading this will  leave you delighted thank you @hbb for this review copy and @priyankabhatt for some dope writing. This book is exhuming and will restore your faith in poetry and beautiful writing. Book is engaging and manage to finish reading it in a single stretch of 2 hours. This book is unputdownable, reading miniscule was an enthralling experience. There is something in it for every kind of reader. The verses are short yet they speak your thoughts. The verses and poems of miniscule is like a rainbow it is poignant and have touched almost all the aspect of human emotions. Book left me agape reading it was supple and with every page I felt content. Miniscule is a trove of acrid emotion and reflects quintessential work put in by Priyanka. The mini tales are worthy enough to be turned into mini standalone movies. I end this review by 2 verses from the book read and ponder.

“Art is a natural way of healing, it gives us the key to freedom. Where we like birds, can travel far without any constraints. I have always believed that anyform of art brings joy, it carries an essence of beauty”

“He drank the most expensive wine,

Climbed the steepest mountain,

Swam the deepest ocean,

Visited the remotest place,

The prisoner experienced everything in confinement,

Who said books are boring”

https://www.amazon.in/Minuscules-when-less-Priyanka-Bhatt-ebook/dp/B07H5MMMML/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1542313358&sr=8-1

We Never Know

We Never Know

Writer: Bhumika Monani

Format: Kindle Edition

File Size: 2851 KB

Print Length: 145 pages

Publisher: Half Baked Beans (26 August 2018)

Language: English

Bhumika has diligently written her debut novel We Never Know, this in beginning seem to be a regular college story of ups and down but with Bhumika being a raconteur have beautifully narrated a tale in gusty manner. The characters and plot are realistic their persona makes them likeable and one can easily relate to them. Jigisha and Sushant‘s characters are not only adorable, realistic yet their struggle for survival will make you love them. I strongly believe one story can be told in numerous ways similarly Bhumika’s choice of character and narration is persuasive and segregates this from other college tale. We Never Know is a trove and the story telling is nimble, reading it was brisk and entertaining. The language is simple though some mistakes are prevalent yet leaves a profound aftereffect.

The story primarily revolves around Jigisha Sushant and Nikhil, Jigisha a literature major’s first day in college from Ajmer to a prestigious college where she encounters odd behavior of a group of popular students. These students mend their ways and influence the decision of college administration. Jigisha and Sushant elude these brats and make up a great team. The demeanor figure of influential kids make Jigisha and Sushant earn friends. The chapters are fun reading and easy to go through.

Cover: 3/5

Overall: 3/5

https://www.amazon.in/We-Never-Know-Bhumika-Monani-ebook/dp/B07GVR1Y7C/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1539011179&sr=8-1&keywords=we+never+know

Twenty-Three:

Collection of short stories

Paperback: 176 pages

Publisher: Notion Press 1^st edition 2017

Language: English

Writer: Bikramjit Sen

This is debut novel of Bikramjit Sen, A 21-year-old lad who has envied the rich values and cultural heritage of the city of joy Kolkata. His narration of stories is simple yet leaves a profound impact on the readers. The book comprises of 23 stories all vivid in nature scope and yet eloquent. They all belong to different genre and vastly covers different phases of character and life in general. Bikram’s storytelling leaves you in awe as some stories are humorous while some will grip you with grief and pain. The stories deal with philosophical mythological religious and few representing different personalities. His style of storytelling is supple and reminds you of folklore being told by grandparents. The language is simple yet eloquent, the anecdote leaves you wondering and pondering. These are small stories yet vastly any one of them could have been a full-blown story with standalone story as the characterization is strong and the storyline being rich. His influence of childhood regional tale and inquisitiveness can be seen oozing out from the stories. The essence of his thoughts can be identified by various dream narratives he has penned down as stories. His stories profoundly acknowledge the power of supreme, supernatural and one’s inner self and he has beautifully managed to craft stories out of such fragile topics.

Unleash, Raghu and his laptop are my favorite from the lot as both the story are some what similar yet there ends are opposite.

Great storytelling

Amazing cover

4/5

https://www.amazon.in/Twenty-Three-Collection-short-stories/dp/1948321254/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1538059866&sr=8-1&keywords=twenty+three

ZIDD

Paperback: 162 pages

Publisher: Half Baked Beans (15 August 2018)

Language: English

Writer: Hetansh Desai.

The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away- William Shakespeare.

     Writer: Zidd means being Stubborn, the title aptly matches the storyline. Adamant to achieve aspire and love. Zidd is Hetansh Desai’s debut novel and boy he has perfectly book depicting love friendship and ambitions. This book is a fun read the story line is different than the regular love stories and the character drafting id eloquent. The traits the character possesses is peculiar and interesting. The subject is well researched and Hetansh education comes handy, if you are observant and keen to learn the book leaves you with some great business concept that can be easily come handy in real time situation. The character of Vihaan and Parth are poles apart yet the writer manages a beautiful friendship brewing amongst then. Hetansh’s storytelling is quirky and supple and he diligently takes care of the plot. There are no loose ends and humor is supple yet prominent. It is commendable how writer shows the importance of alternative studies. Would recommend people to read and will root for Hwtansh’s second book as well.

Story: The story starts on a promising note a train travel and a business discussion and it was here when Vihaan’s stroke with business began. 2 Different stories ply on same time parallel at different places in Guju land and later they tactfully unite as one and moved in union as if they were always meant so. Vihaan and Parth our protagonists are two vastly opposite heroes but their dreams help forges an undying friendship. Vihaan is rebellious talented yet lacked dedication until Raina comes into his life. Parth is a trailblazer hard worker and dedicated and he lacks resources and qualification. Raina is beautiful and enchanting yet she lacks conviction and surety if life. Her persona made Vihaan fell for her while it is here the actual story begins. The change of tides makes Vihaan dedicated and ambitious in making Raina realize what she has lost. The it is the hoarding that takes us on a roller coaster of a ride. The journey is humorous tactful and some great business strategy and ideas.

4 star

https://www.amazon.in/ZIDD-Hetansh-Desai/dp/B07GJLW5LH/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1537358571&sr=8-2

ELEPHANTS IN THE ROOM by Suraj Laxminarayanan

Writer: Suraj’s love for crime and mystery thrillers can easily be identified by the quality of work he has put in his debut novel and yes, this book is mammoth. This book is well contrived and convoluted with diligence. Minute details were left by the writer all along the story and at the end beautifully ties all the loose ends. Suraj has been eloquent in story telling and gradually the story edifices to a grandeur prospect. Characters are well contrived and are persuasive, even the characters used for infinitesimal part justifies their role in the story. The background of the characters makes the story more prominent. The array of vivid characters is intricate yet they all fit in exemplary well. Suraj’s storytelling is supple and narration is realistic. I fell in love with the book right from the first chapter where a busy Chennai Street was depicted and Nari carried out his heist with ease. It requires some mantle to write a 598 page describing events on the course of 4 days but primarily focuses on a single day of robbery. The detailing is similar to that of Dan Brown and Suraj needs to be credited. I was intrigued by this book because of detailing plot twists and characterization. This book can easily be made into a movie or serial. Elephants in the room is quintessential work.

Story: A group of naïve teen age boys plan a bank robbery to come out of there woes, every one citing their own problems and their association with the bank some way or the other. These guys are broke famished and ill equipped yet they had a plan that could work. In order to make their plan work they planned small heist and theft to gather resources to complete their job. The day finally arrived and they headed to the bank to complete the job where they were confronted by an adversary gang different in their approach well equipped and seems a better plan but the timing being same. To there surprise the scene got weirder and complicated with introduction of a terrorist group ready to take the entire bank hostage and make illicit demands to the government and strike with a sinister plan in mind. The odds favor different gangs with plot changes and a truce between two gangs make it more interesting. The book takes its reader to and thrilling narration of events, Elephants in the room is an interesting and captivating read.

Kudos to Suraj for good work, 5/5 deserving stars. Only the cover could have been for appealing

BATMAN’S GUIDE TO LIFE

Writer: Chetan Soni

Format: Kindle Edition

File Size: 2619 KB

Print Length: 91 pages

Publisher: Half Baked Beans (8 August 2018)

Sold by: Amazon Asia-Pacific Holdings Private Limited

Language: English

This book is a trove and represents some quintessential work. Narration is what makes a book different and Chetan has managed to put words to difficult darker aspect of human life. His quirkiness leaves you laughing and later you would end up pondering to its deeper meaning. This book is an assortment of quotes and a short story. The quotes seem to be impromptu but they beautifully recounter phases of one’s life. The quotes are realistic and you can easily use them as your Facebook status. The preface of this book is its best part sugar coated with humor and delight. An alluring short love story marks the end of the book. The long short story of Kabir and Sonia leaves you wanting for more.

My favorite quote- A buried man dies at 27, He is just buried at 72.

And Chetan matches the witt of Sheldon Cooper when it comes to sarcasm. Kudos to humorous writing.

“What do you seek? Sarcasm O Lord”

The Surrogate Lies

Paperback: 242 pages

Publisher: Half Baked Beans (15 November 2017)

Language: English

Writer: Shantanu Munshi

Writer- well the writer Shantanu Munshi has fascinated me with his way of storytelling. As the story progresses the intricate and complicated the plot becomes which clearly reflects how well contrived the story is. Gradually the plot characters and twists seem appropriate and they converge in the end to solve the big zig-saw puzzle Shantanu weaved for the readers. The grandeur of story reflects some diligent work and tenacity Shantanu put in as a writer. The story never let readers get bored as it is humor dipped to its core. What made me worried was introduction of new characters very often but writer who happens to be a master storyteller never loose grip on the characters and none of the characters go hay wire I was agape with his writing skills and proficiency of language.

Kudos Shantanu keep up the good work looking forward for you next book.

Story: A story that is quirky and takes you to an odyssey. The description is realistic and the details describing an incident or situation reflects some eloquent work. Reading chapters with encounter in Mumbai local or the one describing famous Mumbai rains or the narration of Gir forest reserve is an enthralling experience. The story takes us on a road trip with odd and bizarre fellow passengers. The main characters of the story are Paul- the writer, Raj- the driver, Ben- the mysterious hitchhiker and Hazare- a persuasive insane unrealistic and delusional persona. The takes us on a journey from Mumbai to Gir forest reserve and as the journey progresses the plot changes and with every new character introduced the story becomes more intriguing. The road trip is eloquently narrated. The story is so supple and alluring description of forest reserve hill and safari is beautifully penned and larger than life character makes it more interesting. This particular story has all from resurrection to witch hunting to tranquility of forest to a mysterious philanthropist to gangs. Each and every character penned is significant and plays their part while making story pragmatic. The story has no loose ends what so ever and our heroes outwit every dire situation they encounter.

Worth a read 4/5 star !!!!!

https://www.amazon.in/Surrogate-Lies-Shantanu-Munshi/dp/938431577X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1533568266&sr=8-1&keywords=the+surrogate+lies

A New Dawn….

Author: Kamani Kusum

Pages: 128

Cover: 3/5
Title: 3.5/5
Characters: 4.5/5
Language: 4/5
Story: 4.5/5
Writing and Presentation: 3.5/5
Overall: 4/5

 Writer: A new Dawn is kamani’s second book and her professional skills can easily be identified with the quality of her work. Her background and childhood memories of living in a railway dominant town also reflects in this particular story. This is a simple love story yet the storytelling is what makes this book a poignant love story. The character selection is unbelievably realistic and their larger than life portrayal takes us to an enthralling odyssey. The agility and tenacity with which different characters grow along with the story proves Kamani is a master recounter. Her narration of characters places railways officer’s bungalow garden is subtle and realistic. Will make you fall in love with her story telling. If you are in love or had ever been in love or even had a crush then this book Is meant for you.

Story: This story is about love loss and never giving. Protagonist Shravan is a son of a rickshaw puller who is broke famished but high in spirt and determination and dream to touch sky and vanquish whenever life poses a challenge. The story is about Mugdha daughter of a railway officer beautiful alluring and rebellious. The story is about their earnest love and of the childhood love friendship. What makes this story different from regular love story is the character buildup narration and larger than life and its challenges. Shravan characters challenges and his ability to handle them with ease, Mugdha realistic portrayal. This story left me agape and lamenting but simultaneously its inspirational. The other characters complement the story well and make this a worthy read. Shravan’s endowments help me elude difficult situations in life and his sole motivation was love.

A recommended read and with twists in plot make it more interesting.

I shall always love you

Author: Shilpa Jain
Publisher: Srishti Publishers & Distributors

Pages: 168

Cover: 4/5
Title: 4.5/5
Characters: 5/5
Language: 4/5
Story: 4/5
Writing and Presentation: 4/5
Overall: 4/5

Writer: This is Shilpa Jain’s 1^st book but it hardly matters, Shilpa has beautifully penned down tale of love loss and adventure in one go. She has well crafted and conceived a love story. The plot and characters are well contrived and they all fall in place. This particular book has plenty of characters but the writer never looses control on them and they all serve the purpose. The intricate characters resemble a part of big zig saw puzzle and they all gradually make sense. The way Shilpa has connected the dots is highly commendable thumb up for a jubilant effort and would recommend this book to romantic readers.  Eagerly waiting for Shilpa’s second book..

Story: The story is about a rich handsome and master craftsman Shiv Sanyal son of rich and successful business men Mr. Sanyal. Mr sanyal is uber rich very powerful and almost hold everything of value and he loves his son the most. The story starts from shiv’s birthday and its grand celebration and the grandeur of the sanyals. Arjun shiv’s best friend and accomplice is a best friend one could ask for. Arjun is capable of handling any situation and people but loves Saloni who in turn loves Shiv. The birthday celebration leads Shiv to another beautiful and mysterious girl Nysa and he is embarked on a journey of unknown. The girl sparked a hidden desire and Shiv crafts a beautiful sculpture that leads his to a prior incarnation. The story beautifully narrates the tale of love loss adventure and long-lost relationship. The story takes its readers to a long journey and tactically answers all their queries. The story has elements of thrill and surprise it to. Recommended and you will not regret reading it.

https://www.amazon.in/I-Shall-Always-Love-You/dp/9387022196/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1530513209&sr=8-1&keywords=i+shall+always+love+you+shilpa+jain

Tikri’s Fiasco

Author: Rishav

Pages: 114

Cover: 3.5/5
Title: 3.5/5
Characters: 4/5
Language: 4/5
Story: 4/5
Writing and Presentation: 3.5/5
Overall: 4/5

Product details ·         Format: Kindle Edition ·         File Size: 2604 KB ·         Publisher: Blue Rose Publishers (5 April 2018) ·         Sold by: Amazon Asia-Pacific Holdings Private Limited ·         Language: English

Author: Author Rishav’s book doesn’t seem to be his debut novel. His narrative is flawless and captivating. The character buildup is superlative and realistic characters fit the narrative and fulfill the purpose well. The topic which he chooses to pen down is commendable and is hardily talked off. The plot is very relatable and makes readers associate with them very well. The pace at which this novel move is terrific and doesn’t lets its readers get bored.

 Plot: the story deals with neighboring countries friendship treaties betrayal and evil plot to disrupt the prevailing peace in. The story s fast paces and moves with agility. Has plenty of drama and twists. The story revolves around 5 countries and the changing tides among them. Sindhustan, Tikran, Alistan, united seculars and Briervsel some countries have fruitful relation some are enemies while a few choose diplomatic neutrality. The way things change and changes the dynamics of these country. The growing terrorist activities and nuclear activities in neighboring diplomatically torn countries make peace loving countries re think their strategies. The story moves with tenacity and agility and this is where the spies come into picture and transform the course of action. The plot is intelligently woven around the current political and diplomatic situation in the subcontinent. One can easily corelate with countries like Pakistan India Israel and United states. Book is a good read and keeps its readers engaged and captivated.

Commendable job

https://www.amazon.in/gp/product/B07CBMDKH2/ref=oh_aui_d_detailpage_o06_?ie=UTF8&psc=1

बचपन

वो बचपन रहा अब ना बचपन वही,
ना भोलापन ही रहा ना मासूमियत बची,
बदलते थे मौसम अब बदलता है इंसान भी |

 ना वो बचपन रहा न वो मौसम रहा ,
 बस यादें रही पर वो बातें नहीं ,
 यादें वही इंसान वही ,
लेकिन उस इंसान की फ़ितरत नई ,
है रुपया बड़ा अब भलाई नहीं,
आँखों में अब प्रेम त्याग और तहज़ीब नहीं,
है तो बस लालच भूख और हैवानियत भरी |

है जिस रफ़्तार से बदल रहा इंसान अभी ,
समय भी उस तरह बदलता नहीं ,
इंसान वही आईना वही ,
पर उस बदलते चेहरे को कोई पहचानता नहीं |

Flowers of Sapphire

Author: Anubhav Srivastava
Publisher: Half Baked Beans

Pages: 80

Cover: 4/5
Title: 4/5
Characters: 5/5
Language: 5/5
Story: 4/5
Writing and Presentation: 4/5
Overall: 4.5/5

When you read this book, there is something distinctive you come across that separate Anubhav from his era and genera of fiction and romance writers- Language. Eloquent language separates and makes this book miles ahead in terms of representation. I was amazed flabbergasted and couldn’t keep my excitement while reading “Flowers of Sapphire”. The plot is well contrived and beautifully illustrated in words I felt I was on the same island while reading this book. The description of island is surreal well written. This story of lost love is though an ordeal but not depressing writer managed it with humor pain and beautiful narration. The characters kafka sevak misha vivah and mira have been exceptionally conceptualized though each and every one of them is pain ridden yet they all conspired together for a great cause. The ordeal that the characters faced make this book worth reading and the slow story buildup is eloquent. Vivah’s character reminded me of no matter how broken you are you can get back to life and rediscover yourself. while sevak’s supple characterization and the depth in his conversation will leave and everlasting impact. Kafka’s version of love and pain is well stoic yet well-presented and those blue flowers are exceptionally described his idea of pain and love fascinated me. This book in particular for people who had been in love, who lost someone and who intend to be in love someday. Anubhav style of story telling breaks the fallacy that book of lost love can not be entertaining or interesting. The subtle details make this book a delight to read. I myself have travelled to Andamans and felt I was sitting there and reading a book at some resort. Anubhav has places to go and delight us with his future endeavors. His description of violin almond tree and subtle details will get hold of you. I would certainly like to write more of the story but that would have been a spoiler. Read this one book and you won’t regret.

https://www.amazon.in/FLOWERS-SAPPHIRE-ANUBHAV-SRIVASTAVA/dp/B07B6LTLKF/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1524639967&sr=8-1&keywords=flowers+of+sapphire

STORYWALLAH

Some book finds a permanent place in your bookshelf and undoubtedly” STORYWALLAH by Kumar Ganesan “is one such book. Ganesan is a writer who has made sure that the language of the book is simple and yet he leaves and everlasting impression. Chapter wise representation makes it super easy to read. The larger than life character and their association with Ganesan’s life is poignantly described. Ganesan has been eloquent in describing the stories and all his stories had humor vitality and realistic. Every story for me either represented a social value, a social stigma or a human behavior and it was cynically and humorously written. The odyssey on which Ganesan took the readers was enthralling and exuberating. Every story had wit and quirkiness and was serious when required. Kumar Ganesan’s work in STORYWALLLAH has inspired me to make a journal of peoples who I meet in my course of life.

MAlligai po mami, Saapad Raman, life of pai- are stories of people from Ganesan’s life and deals about loss self-discovery and making gratitude with ourselves. The stories are beautifully narrated and the reader feels connected and glorifies the life of these characters.

I me and Pemba, old monk, real men cry and being Subraman- are narratives of experts from Ganesan’s life experiences. The stories share his aspect of fear frolic love and health issues in his life. Though some stories deal with pain but they never lack humor and poignantly told the story. Loved it to core specially Being subraman on writer embracing his health problem and narrating it in a spectacular fashion one must have balls to do that.

Abbasaheb Abhyankar narrates the embalmed views of society towards elderly tragic but true, the story moved me a lot and after all lies are not always a sin.

Make up and made up deals with the subject of illicit relationship domestic abuse and proves the fallacy of women empowerment.

Sambhar vadacury and pushpak express travelogue while one deals with a family outing on the contrary deals with a lone girl’s train journey. Ganesan is a master recounter his narration of characters is unbelievably realistic and pushpak express’s end left me amused.

STORYWALLAH is an honest contemplation and assessment of ideas well contrived, the book is a trove and Ganesan has diligently crafted an amazing book.

https://www.amazon.in/Storywallah-Kumar-Ganesan/dp/9384315796/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1522168817&sr=8-1&keywords=storywallah

Solitude and other obsessions

Paperback: 128 pages

Publisher: Notion Press, Inc.; 1 edition (23 August 2017)

Language: English

Writer: Uma, Binod, Trupti, Shruti & Saurin

We are a species fueled by obsessions. Every human achievement, and every infamy, is the result of an obsession that tormented, possessed and consumed. This is a selection of poetry about solitude and other obsessions that have distracted, driven, destroyed and / or defined us. Usually poetry gives us a much-needed break from rigorous fiction reading and lengthy read. It is like a breath of fresh air and makes our mood lite and delivers serious message with an ease.

Uma Sudhindra: Uma’s poem is based various issues and the once that describe the pain of a soldier and his loved once is beautifully expressed. Her travel description is surreal and I have been Rumi fan her poem based on Rumi captures RUMI’s essence. But my favorite poem is “in the lap of death”- Uma have described on of the feared and dreaded aspects of life with an ease. The words are gentle and leave a lasting impression.

Binod Panda: Binod’s poem are sort of serious ones and while reading them it is evident that these are inspired from his life lessons and experience. Binod has used simple language and emphasized more on the meaning of the poems. Life death pain joy are part of life and they are well described though my favorite is mirage and one can easily corelate with Binod’s words we as an individual have long lost our dreams and aspirations while chasing others dreams and we are at times caught in the web from where it is nearly difficult to get back to our original self.

Trupti Kalamdani: Trupti’s work are emotional ones and generally deals with relationship and self-belief. I particularly liked the comeback as it was refreshing and was about self-discovery and self-belief. We as an individual need to vouch for our individuality. The rose sans thorns deal with the agony and pain of being in a relationship and tells the truth in a subtle way. Trupti’s work seems to represent a cyclic process of being down to discovering to evolving and the rebirth. Well phrased and versed poems.

Dr. Shruti Arabatti: Shruti’s work is enthralling there is hidden meaning in her every poem and every verse. She has decided to write about some trivial issues prevailing in the society. U R is one such poem she has beautifully described how we crush young once dream and let him die within. Finding home is again a beautiful poem describing how far we have come chasing a dream we have long lost our interests our home and our family. The End summarizes Shruti’s work and life cycle and the reality of life.

Saurin Desai: Saurin’s poems was by far with what I corelated the sorrow of an individual and the reality of living in metro no matter how crowded or surrounded you are with people but you would be alone if it isn’t the right place. Regrets is about the time that we didn’t took in account the time where we fooled around. Saurin’s poems are about the individual stuck and trying to rediscover himself. The pain is beautifully described and well versed. His work isn’t complicated and will compel to read further.

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सिनेमा दीवाने

बात निकली ही  है तो दूर तक जाएगी, बात ६० के दशक की है जब भारतीय सिनेमा ने धूम मचा रखा  था  | जनता घंटों सिनेमा हॉल के बाहर लाइन में टिकट के लिए लगी रहती | लोग  इस चकाचौंध को देख कर मंत्र मुग्ध थे  और बॉलीवुड से फैशन सड़को पे भी नज़र आने लगा था |  भला मेरे पिताजी कहाँ इस से वंचित रहने वाले थे अभी यौवन के देहलीज पे कदम ही रखा था और सिनेमा की चकाचौंध से सराबोर हो गए थे | भले ही सिनेमा ने बदलाव लाया हो पर एक चीज़ जो सिनेमा तब भी नहीं बदल पायी वो थी समाज की सोच जो की सिनेमा को संस्कृति विनाशक मानती थी और ये मान बैठी थी की समाज के पतन का कारण ये निगोड़ी फिल्म ही है | कोई क्या सोचे इस से पापा को कभी फ़र्क नहीं पड़ा - मस्त रहो मस्ती में आग लगे बस्ती में | मानो पिताजी सिनेमा के लिए और सिनेमा पिताजी के लिए ही बने थे | सिनेमा के नायक स्वतः ही ज़िन्दगी जीने का प्रारूप बनते जा रहे थे और पिताजी भी धीरे धीरे सम्मोहित हो इस कल्प परिवर्तन  को अपना चुके थे | परंतु ऐसे परिवर्तन ज्यादा दिन कहाँ चुप पाते और तब इस तरह के भूत उतरने का एक ही इलाज था चप्पल- जी एक ज़ोरदार चप्पल | पिताजी को खुराक मिली भी पर सिनेमा का भूत और सर चढ़ गया | हाँ ये बताना तो मैं भूल ही गया था की इस सिनेमा की दीवानगी में पापा अकेले नहीं थे पर उनके मित्र कमल चाचाजी भी थे  और अब इन दोनों की लुकाछिपी घर वालों के साथ शुरु हो गई , घर वाले डाल डाल तो ये पात पात | बच बचा के पापा सिनेमा हॉल पहुँच ही जाते और कभी कभार पकडे भी जाते तो जम के धुलाई हो जाती | दादाजी ने आख़िरकार एक तोड़ निकाल ही लिया अगर पिताजी ३ घंटे से अधिक समय घर से गायब होते तो ये मान लिया जाता  की सिनेमा देखने ही गए होंगे और घर पहुँचते ही उनका स्वागत जूते और चप्पलों से किया जाता कभी कभार तो घर में कोई पैसे इधर उधर रख के भूल भी जाता तो ये मान लिया जाता की पैसे पिताजी ने ही सिनेमा देखने के चक्कर में  हाँथ साफ़  किया होगा | वीर तुम बढ़े चलो की तर्ज पे पिताजी भी हर सम विषम परिस्थतियों  से लड़ते हुए अपने सिनेमा की चाहत को बरकरार रखा और एक ऐसा जुगाड़ खोज निकला जिसे साँप भी मर जाए और लाठी भी ना टूटे | पैसे की समस्या के समाधान के लिए पिताजी टूशन पढ़ाने लग गए अब सब से विकट समस्या से निपटना था समय का तोड़ निकालना |
पिताजी और कमल चाचा के बीच मंथन शुरु हो गया कई कप चाय और दिमाग पर ज़ोर डालने से ऐसा प्रतीत हो रहा था की निदान मिल भी गया था | अंततः ये तय हुआ की एक सिनेमा को देखने में दो दिन का समय लिया जाये गा और एक दिन पिता जी मध्यांतर के पहले सिनेमा देखेंगे और उसी दिन मध्यांतर के बाद कमल चाचाजी सिनेमा देखेंगे और कोई एक दुसरे को कहानी नहीं सुनाएगा और  दिन दोनों लोग उसी प्रकार अदल बदळ कर सिनेमा को पूरा कर लेंगे इससे अब तीन घण्टे घर से बाहर नहीं रहना पड़े गा और मार नहीं पड़ेगी | फॉर्मूला काम कर गया और दादाजी इस खुशी में थे की उनकी पिटाई रंग लाई | पिताजी के पास हर समस्या का समाधान था शुरु में थोड़े विचलित ज़रूर हो जाते पर ठन्डे दिमाग से सोचने पे अंततः कामयाब हो ही जाते |

कवि प्रमोद तिवारी जी के शब्दों में बहुत ही अद्भुत वर्णण हैं |
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The Irony of happy muharram

Author: Syed Amjad Ali

Paperback: 100 pages

 Publisher: Half Baked Beans First edition (2017)

 Language: English

 Printed Price: INR 199

Syed Amjad Ali is an advertising professional and this book marks his debut as a writer. This book highlights the unintentional mistakes and the hilarious consequence which arises due to social divisions. This book is a genuine attempt to portray an average Indian Muslim’s life (the good the bad and the ugly). This book is a result of heartfelt work put in by Syed Amjad Ali. When you go through the book you would come across the examples and real-life instances that occurred with the author and his known once. The example quoted are hilarious and will leave you laughing but when you ponder a bit it seems odd and painful. For us its just might be a simple mistake but we change and challenge some else’s identity. The different chapters of book take us sequentially through the journey of our ignorance and this book in particular helps us changing our notion.

Syed Amjad Ali has done a brave work in breaking the myth around the Muslim community and also tells us the different factor affecting a Muslim’s life. All the issues discussed in various chapters are quite relevant and notions against them still prevails in the society. I have been enlightened and enriched with knowledge by the means of this book. It is light hearted read which deals with issue of social and religious matter and delivers a message with ease. Amjad Ali grasp of knowledge is phenomenal. Overall a good read

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