ABOUT THE AUTHOR Born on May 23, 1958, Mitch Albom is an American author, journalist, and broadcaster renowned for his poignant storytelling and inspirational works. Graduating from Brandeis University with a degree in sociology, he pursued journalism, gaining recognition at the Detroit Free Press. Albom’s breakthrough came with Tuesdays with Morrie, a memoir exploring the Read more…

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Yōko Ogawa is a renowned Japanese author known for her distinct narrative style that blends elements of surrealism with poignant, understated prose. Born in Okayama, Japan, in 1962, Ogawa has penned numerous novels and short stories. Many of her works have been translated into several languages, expanding her reach to an international Read more…

ABOUT THE AUTHOR J.D. Salinger (1919-2010) was an enigmatic American author renowned for his iconic novel, The Catcher in the Rye. The book garnered critical acclaim for its portrayal of adolescent angst. Born in New York City, Salinger led a reclusive life after achieving literary fame, shying away from public attention. His writing often delved Read more…

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Madeline Miller is a bestselling author known for her compelling retelling of Greek mythology. Born in Boston, Miller studied Latin, Greek, and Shakespearean literature before earning degrees in Classics from Brown University and the University of Chicago. Her debut novel, The Song of Achilles, won the Orange Prize for Fiction in 2012, Read more…

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Born on April 18, 1957, Bonnie Jean Garmus is an American author known for her debut novel, Lessons in Chemistry. Before turning to writing, Garmus worked as a copywriter and creative director in the U.S. She also lived in Switzerland and Colombia, and presently resides in the UK. She earned her bachelor’s Read more…

ABOUT THE AUTHOR George Orwell, born Eric Arthur Blair in 1903 in Motihari, British India, was a prolific writer, journalist, and essayist renowned for his lucid prose, outspoken support for democratic socialism, and fierce opposition to totalitarianism. Orwell’s work stems from his personal experiences. He served in the Indian Imperial Police in Burma, which shaped Read more…

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Born on December 6, 1956, Arthur Golden is an American author renowned for his captivating novels. He gained international acclaim with his debut novel, Memoirs of a Geisha. Published in 1997, the meticulously researched book narrates the journey of a young Japanese girl in the geisha world. Golden, a Harvard graduate, drew Read more…

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Ashwin Sanghi is an Indian author known for his gripping thrillers that blend history, mythology, and suspense. Born in Mumbai, Sanghi initially pursued a career in business before turning to writing full-time. He gained widespread recognition with his debut novel, The Rozabal Line, which explored themes of religion, conspiracy, and identity. Sanghi’s Read more…

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Born on June 9, 1945, Betty Mahmoody is an American author renowned for her memoir, Not Without My Daughter. The novel, published in 1987, offers a gripping account of cultural clash, resilience, and a mother’s unwavering determination. Her courageous journey has resonated with readers globally, shedding light on the twin issues of Read more…

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Born in Dublin in 1919, Iris Murdoch was an esteemed Irish-British writer and philosopher. Murdoch was known for her novels that seamlessly blended psychological insight with philosophical underpinnings. Educated at Somerville College in Oxford and Newnham College in Cambridge, Murdoch was a fellow of St Anne’s College, Oxford. Her writing career spanned Read more…