The Other in the Mirror is an anthology of short stories from India and Pakistan, edited by Sehyr Mirza. The collection explores themes of compassion, coexistence, and the lingering impact of the 1947 Partition, with a style described as "Manto-esque". It features works by celebrated writers from both countries and aims to foster understanding and empathy across the border. In this episode, I narrate the story called A Snowful Desire, written in Urdu by Saeed Ahmad, and translated into English by Bina Biswas.About A Book A Day podcast: This podcast is hosted by author Deepak Rana, coming to you from the serene heights of the Himalayas. Every episode brings you powerful ideas, timeless wisdom, and life-changing stories—one book at a time.📚 Whether you're seeking healing, inspiration, or just a good read, there's something here for every curious mind.🔗 Visit Kalampedia for more book-based resources, bibliotherapy insights, and literary deep dives.📩 For feedback, suggestions, or collaborations, write to us at contactkalampedia@gmail.com📍Don’t forget to follow, like, and share the podcast with fellow booklovers.▶️ Watch our episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and X. #booktube #booktok #bookpodcast #indianpodcast #indianbookpodcast #indianliterarypodcast #literarypodcast
The Other in the Mirror is an anthology of short stories from India and Pakistan, edited by Sehyr Mirza. The collection explores themes of compassion, coexistence, and the lingering impact of the 1947 Partition, with a style described as "Manto-esque". It features works by celebrated writers from both countries and aims to foster understanding and empathy across the border. In this episode, I narrate the story called The Enemy, written in Hindi by Asghar Wajahat, and translated into English by Priyanka Sarkar.About A Book A Day podcast: This podcast is hosted by author Deepak Rana, coming to you from the serene heights of the Himalayas. Every episode brings you powerful ideas, timeless wisdom, and life-changing stories—one book at a time.📚 Whether you're seeking healing, inspiration, or just a good read, there's something here for every curious mind.🔗 Visit Kalampedia for more book-based resources, bibliotherapy insights, and literary deep dives.📩 For feedback, suggestions, or collaborations, write to us at contactkalampedia@gmail.com📍Don’t forget to follow, like, and share the podcast with fellow booklovers.▶️ Watch our episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and X. #booktube #booktok #bookpodcast #indianpodcast #indianbookpodcast #indianliterarypodcast #literarypodcast
The Other in the Mirror is an anthology of short stories from India and Pakistan, edited by Sehyr Mirza. The collection explores themes of compassion, coexistence, and the lingering impact of the 1947 Partition, with a style described as "Manto-esque". It features works by celebrated writers from both countries and aims to foster understanding and empathy across the border. In this episode, I narrate the first story, titled Crossing the Raavi, written in Urdu by Gulzar and translated into English by Rakhshanda Jalil.About A Book A Day podcast: This podcast is hosted by author Deepak Rana, coming to you from the serene heights of the Himalayas. Every episode brings you powerful ideas, timeless wisdom, and life-changing stories—one book at a time.📚 Whether you're seeking healing, inspiration, or just a good read, there's something here for every curious mind.🔗 Visit Kalampedia for more book-based resources, bibliotherapy insights, and literary deep dives.📩 For feedback, suggestions, or collaborations, write to us at contactkalampedia@gmail.com📍Don’t forget to follow, like, and share the podcast with fellow booklovers.▶️ Watch our episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and X. #booktube #booktok #bookpodcast #indianpodcast #indianbookpodcast #indianliterarypodcast #literarypodcast
The I Ching, or Book of Changes, is an ancient Chinese text that serves as both a philosophical guide and a divination tool. In this episode, I shed some light on the text and how it can be used as a divination tool. About A Book A Day podcast: This podcast is hosted by author Deepak Rana, coming to you from the serene heights of the Himalayas. Every episode brings you powerful ideas, timeless wisdom, and life-changing stories—one book at a time.📚 Whether you're seeking healing, inspiration, or just a good read, there's something here for every curious mind.🔗 Visit Kalampedia for more book-based resources, bibliotherapy insights, and literary deep dives.📩 For feedback, suggestions, or collaborations, write to us at contactkalampedia@gmail.com📍Don’t forget to follow, like, and share the podcast with fellow booklovers.▶️ Watch our episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and X. #booktube #booktok #bookpodcast #indianpodcast #indianbookpodcast #indianliterarypodcast #literarypodcast
In his book What is Tao, Alan Watts draws on his own study and practice to give readers an overview of the concept of the Tao and guidance for experiencing it themselves. This short book explores the wisdom of understanding the way things are and letting life unfold without interference. In this two part series I am narrating the complete contents of the book.About A Book A Day podcast: This podcast is hosted by author Deepak Rana, coming to you from the serene heights of the Himalayas. Every episode brings you powerful ideas, timeless wisdom, and life-changing stories—one book at a time.📚 Whether you're seeking healing, inspiration, or just a good read, there's something here for every curious mind.🔗 Visit Kalampedia for more book-based resources, bibliotherapy insights, and literary deep dives.📩 For feedback, suggestions, or collaborations, write to us at contactkalampedia@gmail.com📍Don’t forget to follow, like, and share the podcast with fellow booklovers.▶️ Watch our episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and X. #booktube #booktok #bookpodcast #indianpodcast #indianbookpodcast #indianliterarypodcast #literarypodcast
In his book What is Tao, Alan Watts draws on his own study and practice to give readers an overview of the concept of the Tao and guidance for experiencing it themselves. This short book explores the wisdom of understanding the way things are and letting life unfold without interference. In this two part series I am narrating the complete contents of the book.About A Book A Day podcast: This podcast is hosted by author Deepak Rana, coming to you from the serene heights of the Himalayas. Every episode brings you powerful ideas, timeless wisdom, and life-changing stories—one book at a time.📚 Whether you're seeking healing, inspiration, or just a good read, there's something here for every curious mind.🔗 Visit Kalampedia for more book-based resources, bibliotherapy insights, and literary deep dives.📩 For feedback, suggestions, or collaborations, write to us at contactkalampedia@gmail.com📍Don’t forget to follow, like, and share the podcast with fellow booklovers.▶️ Watch our episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and X. #booktube #booktok #bookpodcast #indianpodcast #indianbookpodcast #indianliterarypodcast #literarypodcast
The Tao Te Ching (or Daodejing) is a foundational ancient Chinese classic text of philosophical and religious Taoism, traditionally attributed to the sage Lao Tzu. In this series, I am narrating as well as interpreting this great source of wisdom which continues to enlighten us till this day.About A Book A Day podcast: This podcast is hosted by author Deepak Rana, coming to you from the serene heights of the Himalayas. Every episode brings you powerful ideas, timeless wisdom, and life-changing stories—one book at a time.📚 Whether you're seeking healing, inspiration, or just a good read, there's something here for every curious mind.🔗 Visit Kalampedia for more book-based resources, bibliotherapy insights, and literary deep dives.📩 For feedback, suggestions, or collaborations, write to us at contactkalampedia@gmail.com📍Don’t forget to follow, like, and share the podcast with fellow booklovers.▶️ Watch our episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and X. #booktube #booktok #bookpodcast #indianpodcast #indianbookpodcast #indianliterarypodcast #literarypodcast
The Tao Te Ching (or Daodejing) is a foundational ancient Chinese classic text of philosophical and religious Taoism, traditionally attributed to the sage Lao Tzu. In this series, I am narrating as well as interpreting this great source of wisdom which continues to enlighten us till this day.About A Book A Day podcast: This podcast is hosted by author Deepak Rana, coming to you from the serene heights of the Himalayas. Every episode brings you powerful ideas, timeless wisdom, and life-changing stories—one book at a time.📚 Whether you're seeking healing, inspiration, or just a good read, there's something here for every curious mind.🔗 Visit Kalampedia for more book-based resources, bibliotherapy insights, and literary deep dives.📩 For feedback, suggestions, or collaborations, write to us at contactkalampedia@gmail.com📍Don’t forget to follow, like, and share the podcast with fellow booklovers.▶️ Watch our episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and X. #booktube #booktok #bookpodcast #indianpodcast #indianbookpodcast #indianliterarypodcast #literarypodcast
The Tao Te Ching (or Daodejing) is a foundational ancient Chinese classic text of philosophical and religious Taoism, traditionally attributed to the sage Lao Tzu. In this series, I am narrating as well as interpreting this great source of wisdom which continues to enlighten us till this day.About A Book A Day podcast: This podcast is hosted by author Deepak Rana, coming to you from the serene heights of the Himalayas. Every episode brings you powerful ideas, timeless wisdom, and life-changing stories—one book at a time.📚 Whether you're seeking healing, inspiration, or just a good read, there's something here for every curious mind.🔗 Visit Kalampedia for more book-based resources, bibliotherapy insights, and literary deep dives.📩 For feedback, suggestions, or collaborations, write to us at contactkalampedia@gmail.com📍Don’t forget to follow, like, and share the podcast with fellow booklovers.▶️ Watch our episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and X. #booktube #booktok #bookpodcast #indianpodcast #indianbookpodcast #indianliterarypodcast #literarypodcast
The Tao Te Ching (or Daodejing) is a foundational ancient Chinese classic text of philosophical and religious Taoism, traditionally attributed to the sage Lao Tzu. In this series, I am narrating as well as interpreting this great source of wisdom which continues to enlighten us till this day.About A Book A Day podcast: This podcast is hosted by author Deepak Rana, coming to you from the serene heights of the Himalayas. Every episode brings you powerful ideas, timeless wisdom, and life-changing stories—one book at a time.📚 Whether you're seeking healing, inspiration, or just a good read, there's something here for every curious mind.🔗 Visit Kalampedia for more book-based resources, bibliotherapy insights, and literary deep dives.📩 For feedback, suggestions, or collaborations, write to us at contactkalampedia@gmail.com📍Don’t forget to follow, like, and share the podcast with fellow booklovers.▶️ Watch our episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and X. #booktube #booktok #bookpodcast #indianpodcast #indianbookpodcast #indianliterarypodcast #literarypodcast
The Tao Te Ching (or Daodejing) is a foundational ancient Chinese classic text of philosophical and religious Taoism, traditionally attributed to the sage Lao Tzu. In this series, I am narrating as well as interpreting this great source of wisdom which continues to enlighten us till this day.About A Book A Day podcast: This podcast is hosted by author Deepak Rana, coming to you from the serene heights of the Himalayas. Every episode brings you powerful ideas, timeless wisdom, and life-changing stories—one book at a time.📚 Whether you're seeking healing, inspiration, or just a good read, there's something here for every curious mind.🔗 Visit Kalampedia for more book-based resources, bibliotherapy insights, and literary deep dives.📩 For feedback, suggestions, or collaborations, write to us at contactkalampedia@gmail.com📍Don’t forget to follow, like, and share the podcast with fellow booklovers.▶️ Watch our episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and X. #booktube #booktok #bookpodcast #indianpodcast #indianbookpodcast #indianliterarypodcast #literarypodcast
The Tao Te Ching (or Daodejing) is a foundational ancient Chinese classic text of philosophical and religious Taoism, traditionally attributed to the sage Lao Tzu. In this series, I am narrating as well as interpreting this great source of wisdom which continues to enlighten us till this day.About A Book A Day podcast: This podcast is hosted by author Deepak Rana, coming to you from the serene heights of the Himalayas. Every episode brings you powerful ideas, timeless wisdom, and life-changing stories—one book at a time.📚 Whether you're seeking healing, inspiration, or just a good read, there's something here for every curious mind.🔗 Visit Kalampedia for more book-based resources, bibliotherapy insights, and literary deep dives.📩 For feedback, suggestions, or collaborations, write to us at contactkalampedia@gmail.com📍Don’t forget to follow, like, and share the podcast with fellow booklovers.▶️ Watch our episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and X. #booktube #booktok #bookpodcast #indianpodcast #indianbookpodcast #indianliterarypodcast #literarypodcast
The Tao Te Ching (or Daodejing) is a foundational ancient Chinese classic text of philosophical and religious Taoism, traditionally attributed to the sage Lao Tzu. In this series, I am narrating as well as interpreting this great source of wisdom which continues to enlighten us till this day.About A Book A Day podcast: This podcast is hosted by author Deepak Rana, coming to you from the serene heights of the Himalayas. Every episode brings you powerful ideas, timeless wisdom, and life-changing stories—one book at a time.📚 Whether you're seeking healing, inspiration, or just a good read, there's something here for every curious mind.🔗 Visit Kalampedia for more book-based resources, bibliotherapy insights, and literary deep dives.📩 For feedback, suggestions, or collaborations, write to us at contactkalampedia@gmail.com📍Don’t forget to follow, like, and share the podcast with fellow booklovers.▶️ Watch our episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and X. #booktube #booktok #bookpodcast #indianpodcast #indianbookpodcast #indianliterarypodcast #literarypodcast
The Tao Te Ching (or Daodejing) is a foundational ancient Chinese classic text of philosophical and religious Taoism, traditionally attributed to the sage Lao Tzu. In this series, I am narrating as well as interpreting this great source of wisdom which continues to enlighten us till this day.About A Book A Day podcast: This podcast is hosted by author Deepak Rana, coming to you from the serene heights of the Himalayas. Every episode brings you powerful ideas, timeless wisdom, and life-changing stories—one book at a time.📚 Whether you're seeking healing, inspiration, or just a good read, there's something here for every curious mind.🔗 Visit Kalampedia for more book-based resources, bibliotherapy insights, and literary deep dives.📩 For feedback, suggestions, or collaborations, write to us at contactkalampedia@gmail.com📍Don’t forget to follow, like, and share the podcast with fellow booklovers.▶️ Watch our episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and X. #booktube #booktok #bookpodcast #indianpodcast #indianbookpodcast #indianliterarypodcast #literarypodcast
In this episode, I discuss Letters to a Young Poet. It is a collection of ten letters written by the Austrian poet Rainer Maria Rilke to Franz Xaver Kappus, a 19-year-old military cadet, between 1903 and 1908. The book offers profound advice on writing, solitude, love, and the nature of life, becoming a source of inspiration for artists and writers. About A Book A Day podcast: This podcast is hosted by author Deepak Rana, coming to you from the serene heights of the Himalayas. Every episode brings you powerful ideas, timeless wisdom, and life-changing stories—one book at a time.📚 Whether you're seeking healing, inspiration, or just a good read, there's something here for every curious mind.🔗 Visit Kalampedia for more book-based resources, bibliotherapy insights, and literary deep dives.📩 For feedback, suggestions, or collaborations, write to us at contactkalampedia@gmail.com📍Don’t forget to follow, like, and share the podcast with fellow booklovers.▶️ Watch our episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and X. #booktube #booktok #bookpodcast #indianpodcast #indianbookpodcast #indianliterarypodcast #literarypodcast
In the second part of our discussion on Milan Kundera's The Unbearable Lightness of Being, I examine the second section of the book, Soul and Body. In this part we explore how modern science has changed the age-old duality of soul and body, and how that affects our understanding of human relationships.About A Book A Day podcast: This podcast is hosted by author Deepak Rana, coming to you from the serene heights of the Himalayas. Every episode brings you powerful ideas, timeless wisdom, and life-changing stories—one book at a time.📚 Whether you're seeking healing, inspiration, or just a good read, there's something here for every curious mind.🔗 Visit Kalampedia for more book-based resources, bibliotherapy insights, and literary deep dives.📩 For feedback, suggestions, or collaborations, write to us at contactkalampedia@gmail.com📍Don’t forget to follow, like, and share the podcast with fellow booklovers.▶️ Watch our episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and X. #booktube #booktok #bookpodcast #indianpodcast #indianbookpodcast #indianliterarypodcast #literarypodcast
In the first part of our discussion on Milan Kundera's The Unbearable Lightness of Being, I examine the opening section of the book, Lightness and Weight. In this part Kundera reworks Nietzsche’s idea of eternal recurrence into a meditation on whether life is meaningful as heavy burden or fleeting lightness.About A Book A Day podcast: This podcast is hosted by author Deepak Rana, coming to you from the serene heights of the Himalayas. Every episode brings you powerful ideas, timeless wisdom, and life-changing stories—one book at a time.📚 Whether you're seeking healing, inspiration, or just a good read, there's something here for every curious mind.🔗 Visit Kalampedia for more book-based resources, bibliotherapy insights, and literary deep dives.📩 For feedback, suggestions, or collaborations, write to us at contactkalampedia@gmail.com📍Don’t forget to follow, like, and share the podcast with fellow booklovers.▶️ Watch our episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and X. #booktube #booktok #bookpodcast #indianpodcast #indianbookpodcast #indianliterarypodcast #literarypodcast
Alain De Botton's Status Anxiety is a book about an almost universal anxiety that rarely gets mentioned directly: an anxiety about what others think of us. In this episode I discuss the second part of this book, which is about the solutions to heal and overcome our status anxiety. About A Book A Day podcast: This podcast is hosted by author Deepak Rana, coming to you from the serene heights of the Himalayas. Every episode brings you powerful ideas, timeless wisdom, and life-changing stories—one book at a time.📚 Whether you're seeking healing, inspiration, or just a good read, there's something here for every curious mind.🔗 Visit Kalampedia for more book-based resources, bibliotherapy insights, and literary deep dives.📩 For feedback, suggestions, or collaborations, write to us at contactkalampedia@gmail.com📍Don’t forget to follow, like, and share the podcast with fellow booklovers.▶️ Watch our episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and X. #booktube #booktok #bookpodcast #indianpodcast #indianbookpodcast #indianliterarypodcast #literarypodcast
Alain De Botton's Status Anxiety is a book about an almost universal anxiety that rarely gets mentioned directly: an anxiety about what others think of us. In this episode I discuss the first part of this book, which is about the causes behind our status anxiety. About A Book A Day podcast: This podcast is hosted by author Deepak Rana, coming to you from the serene heights of the Himalayas. Every episode brings you powerful ideas, timeless wisdom, and life-changing stories—one book at a time.📚 Whether you're seeking healing, inspiration, or just a good read, there's something here for every curious mind.🔗 Visit Kalampedia for more book-based resources, bibliotherapy insights, and literary deep dives.📩 For feedback, suggestions, or collaborations, write to us at contactkalampedia@gmail.com📍Don’t forget to follow, like, and share the podcast with fellow booklovers.▶️ Watch our episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and X. #booktube #booktok #bookpodcast #indianpodcast #indianbookpodcast #indianliterarypodcast #literarypodcast
In the fifth volume of In Search of Lost Time, Marcel Proust describes the emotion of jealousy. Marcel, the narrator, is living with Albertine in his family’s Paris apartment. This is the only time in the whole novel where he has her so close, under his roof, and yet instead of bringing him peace it becomes the most suffocating period of jealousy. I narrate some of the passages from the book with some interesting insights. About A Book A Day podcast: This podcast is hosted by author Deepak Rana, coming to you from the serene heights of the Himalayas. Every episode brings you powerful ideas, timeless wisdom, and life-changing stories—one book at a time.📚 Whether you're seeking healing, inspiration, or just a good read, there's something here for every curious mind.🔗 Visit Kalampedia for more book-based resources, bibliotherapy insights, and literary deep dives.📩 For feedback, suggestions, or collaborations, write to us at contactkalampedia@gmail.com📍Don’t forget to follow, like, and share the podcast with fellow booklovers.▶️ Watch our episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and X. #booktube #booktok #bookpodcast #indianpodcast #indianbookpodcast #indianliterarypodcast #literarypodcast
Carol Lawrence
Every episode of A Book A Day offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of literature, bringing fresh perspectives on both classic and contemporary works. The discussions are insightful, making it a great listen for book lovers looking to expand their reading list. For those who need help expressing their own literary analysis, https://academized.com/ essay writing service provides expert assistance in crafting well-structured and compelling essays. The podcast’s engaging approach to storytelling and critical thought makes each episode both educational and enjoyable. It's a must-listen for anyone passionate about books and meaningful discussions.