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#LITEROMA Book Review :: ‘21st century Buddha’ by Shreyans Kanswa

 ** Thanks to our reviewer for reviewing the book on behalf of Literoma. ** Seldom you find a book which touches a story and philosophy simultaneously with equal ease. ‘21st century Buddha’ by young author Shreyans Kanswa is one such rare example. Since the book is written in the first person, the reader will tend to strike an immediate chord with the protagonist. Ever since the story starts unfolding, the readers will be embarked on a modern retelling of deep-rooted philosophy. However, other than every thing else, the most important aspect of the book is how a young author picks up a topic which is all about deep philosophy of life. A slightly matured attempt would have made it to the best of 2020 list. The book cover is catchy and editing quality is on the better side than most of the self-published books. We would like to wish Mr. Shreyans Kanswa, the author, all the very best for his future writing stint. A must-read for anyone who is looking out for some positive vibe amidst the

#LITEROMA Book Review :: 'Age of the Imperfect Leader: Leading from Strength' by Mr. Pawan Verma

** Thanks to our reviewer for reviewing the book on behalf of Literoma. ** Book Title: Age of the Imperfect Leader: Leading from Strength Author: Pawan Verma Format: Kindle Genre: Non fiction (Corporate motivational book) 'Age of the Imperfect Leader: Leading from Strength' by Mr. Pawan Verma is a book on management (non fiction). It presents the readers with an entirely different perspective of leadership.  What makes this book a good read for all prospective and practising leaders is the fact that it does not provide a checklist of effective leadership. Instead, it adopts the more contemporary 'different strokes for different folks' strategy. Modesty is one of the key attributes of leadership - as proposed by the author. While the majority of leadership books talk about the set of things one needs to do to emerge as good leaders, Mr. Verma talks about making your strong points stronger in order to achieve not just good leadership heights but great leadership milestone

Tete-a-Tete with Srijoy Mitra - the writer of GEM OF FILTH

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1. We heard GOF is a sequel of GW. Really? Ans: It is a direct continuation, its the second half of the story.  2. So Anicetus is back. How much has he grown from GW? Ans: There is much growth in the character - a new level of potential is seen. 3. Any learnings from your writing journey so far? Ans: I have continued to extend my education in literature through taking College level courses online in English along with research and reading many books with difficult linguistic styles and in depth content within specified subjects in history and religion. 4. You have golden hands in music too. Heard that you are creating original tracks for #Literoma Audio Carnival. How are you enjoying it alongside your new title release? Ans: We are working to build something, my pleasure is in the labor itself - the process means every second counts along with every breath of effort for a better now and future. 5. Will there be any follow up episode of Anicetus

#LITEROMA Book Review :: "Gem of Filth" by Srijoy Mitra

** Thanks to our reviewer Swapna Peri for reviewing the book on behalf of Literoma. ** Book Title:  Gem of Filth Author: Srijoy Mitra Format: Kindle & Paperback Book Title The title of the book ‘ Gem of Filth’ is unique and abstract Book Cover The cover image of the book is a very simple and abstract image of a spoilt fluid resembling blood that can be regarded as filth to supplement the title. Such abstract covers have a great effect on the reader’s mind and push the reader to read the book. Inside the book This book by author Srijoy Mitra is the second part of his first book ‘ Golden Wings ‘ which explains the rich yet suffocated life of Anicetus, the central character who is from CII and explores the world outside the walls i.e. his comfort zone. The other side of the wall is quoted as the slum area. In this book, it is seen that Anicetus lives in the slum area, lives a life that is simple. Lives a life that is a perfect combination of happiness and harmony achie

#LITEROMA Book Review :: "Gem of Filth" by Srijoy Mitra

** Thanks to our reviewer Chitranshu Mandhar for reviewing the book on behalf of Literoma. ** Genre: Dystopia/ Fiction/ Young-Adult Review: The novella is a  continuation of the author’s previous book Golden Wings. Having read the first book, I was expecting more from the second part of the series. The first half of the book is a bit slow but it gradually speeds up as the story moves forward. Though it is a piece of fiction the incidents depicted in the book closely resembles the struggle of surviving in the harsh world by a lone child. The author has beautifully represented a man’s need for belongingness to a group. For Ani, the boy from the concrete world, survival is difficult as he doesn’t know the rules of the slum. He is mocked, made fun of, beaten but he learns and survives. He learns about the basics of gardening (yes he is from the concrete world and doesn’t know what seeds are and how to grow a plant) and when he realizes that he needs his green zone for comfort and