Looking for your next great read? Here are some exciting books that are worth adding to your collection. From captivating fiction to insightful non-fiction, these titles promise to keep you hooked.
Think Like The Minimalist
Chirag Gander & Sahil Vaidya
Penguin Random House
Pp 192, Rs 550
In a world full of clutter, thought-provoking design can become a key point of differentiation. In this book, the authors introduce their unique philosophy of minimalist thinking that has taken the world of creativity by storm. With a simple four-step process and well-defined techniques from the minimalist toolkit, this book provides actionable insights that marketers, brand managers, and design leaders can leverage to produce inventive ideas.
Beyond Doubt
Vivek Nityananda
Context
Pp 300, Rs 599
From businesspersons to politicians, leaders to newsmakers, we place our trust in people who appear to know what they are doing. What if overconfidence is the secret to their success? Drawing on research in psychology, political science and evolutionary biology, behavioural biologist Vivek Nityananda explores the many dimensions of overconfidence, what it means for modern society and how we can combat it in our daily lives.
The Hidden Life of Trees
Peter Wohlleben
Penguin Random House
Pp 240, Rs 1,499
In this beautifully illustrated narrative peppered with scientific facts, Peter Wohlleben tells the story of his journey from city boy to the world’s most famous forester, sharing his insights into trees and the challenges they face. Take a guided tour through the extraordinary life of the forest, where you’ll meet trees that communicate through their root systems, protect each other from danger, and even live together like human families.
The Black Orb
Ewhan Kim
Hachette
Pp 368, Rs 699
One evening in Seoul, Jeong-su he sees something impossible— a huge black orb appears out of nowhere and begins consuming people and no one knows how to stop it. Impervious to bullets and tanks, the orb splits and multiplies, chasing the hapless residents of Seoul out into the country and sparking a global crisis with widespread violence and looting. Jeong-su must rely upon his wits as he makes the arduous journey in search of his elderly parents.
This is How I See It
Mamta Nainy
Niyogi Books
Pp 28, Rs 350
This is How I See It tells the story of Venu, a young boy who loves all kinds of colours. But each time he shares his vibrant artwork, he’s told he’s ‘got the colours wrong.’ One day, Venu meets someone who sees colours just as he does, and with a warm smile, he realises that there’s more than one way to see the world. In a country where roughly 70 million people experience colour blindness, this book encourages young readers to appreciate diverse perspectives, while fostering empathy and understanding.