SOAR(Spread of Active Reading)

SOAR is an initiative that aims to encourage reading especially among the youth. This could open up a whole new world full of imagination and adventure for everyone! The idea is to offer recordings which act as trailers to books, similar to trailers for movies.

The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock

Welcome to the new season where the book trailers cover more heavy and meaningful reads that offer "food for thought." Book: The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock Written by T. S. Eliot Description: Story of an old man's regrets and existential crisis as he reflects on his life in both the past and present. Recommended for ages 13+ (And Parent Discretion) Music: Fluvialibus (composed by Yajat Gupta and Atharv Gopaluni, and performed by Yajat Gupta on the piano.) SOAR Logo by Ritu Jindal...

02-13
02:34

The Metamorphosis

Thank you for your patience! SOAR has been on hiatus for the last few months due to an accident and other unforeseen circumstances, but you can expect to see episodes released more regularly now. Welcome to the new season where the book trailers cover more heavy and meaningful reads that offer "food for thought." Book: The Metamorphosis Written by Franz Kafka Description: Story of a traveling salesman's life and his family's reactions after he transforms into a monstrous six-feet-tall dung ...

02-08
02:55

The Kite Runner

Welcome to the new season where the book trailers cover more heavy and meaningful reads that offer "food for thought." Book: The Kite Runner Written by Khaled Hosseini Description: Story of a friendship tainted by societal hegemony and the war-torn region of Afghanistan in which the protagonist resides. Recommended for ages 13+ (And Parent Discretion) Music: Fluvialbius (composed by Yajat Gupta and Atharv Gopulani, and performed by Yajat Gupta on the piano.) SOAR Logo by Ritu Jindal To...

11-28
03:45

All The King's Men

Welcome to the new season where the book trailers cover more heavy and meaningful reads that offer "food for thought." Book: All The King's Men Written by Robert Penn Warren Description: Political drama about a governor who wants what is best for his people but uses dirty methods to achieve it. Recommended for ages 12+ (And Parent Discretion) Music: Fluvialbius (composed by Yajat Gupta and Atharv Gopulani, and performed by Yajat Gupta on the piano.) SOAR Logo by Ritu Jindal To leave fee...

10-30
02:55

A&P

Welcome to the new season where the book trailers cover more heavy and meaningful reads that offer "food for thought." Book: A&P Written by John Updike Description: Story of a teenage cashier being captivated by girls from the beach and then making a move no one in the grocery store ever thought he would. Recommended for ages 12+ (And Parent Discretion) Music: Fluvialbius (composed by Yajat Gupta and Atharv Gopulani, and performed by Yajat Gupta on the piano.) SOAR Logo by Ritu Jindal To...

10-17
02:30

Sonny's Blues

Welcome to the new season where the book trailers cover more heavy and meaningful reads that offer "food for thought." Book: Sonny's Blues Written by James Baldwin Description: Story of the relationship between a man and his brother as they are surrounded by a cycle of poverty. Recommended for ages 12+ (And Parent Discretion) Music: Fluvialbius (composed by Yajat Gupta and Atharv Gopulani, and performed by Yajat Gupta on the piano.) SOAR Logo by Ritu Jindal To leave feedback /requests ...

10-02
02:31

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Welcome to the new season where the book trailers cover more heavy and meaningful reads that offer "food for thought." Book: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Written by Roald Dahl Description: Story of a brave escape from terrible times and courage to make a change. Recommended for ages 8+ (And Parent Discretion) Music: Fluvialbius (composed by Yajat Gupta and Atharv Gopulani, and performed by Yajat Gupta on the piano.) SOAR Logo by Ritu Jindal To leave feedback /requests please connect wit...

09-25
03:15

Frederick Douglass

Welcome to the new season where the book trailers cover more heavy and meaningful reads that offer "food for thought." Book: Narrative of the life of Frederick Douglass Written by Frederick Douglass Description: Story of a brave escape from terrible times and courage to make a change. Recommended for ages 13+ (And Parent Discretion) Music: Fluvialbius (composed by Yajat Gupta and Atharv Gopulani, and performed by Yajat Gupta on the piano.) SOAR Logo by Ritu Jindal To leave feedback /re...

09-18
03:00

The Awakening

Welcome to the new season where the book trailers cover more heavy and meaningful reads that offer "food for thought." Book: The Awakening Written by Kate Chopin Description: Story of a journey through self-discovery and being set free from societal and familial expectations. Recommended for ages 14+ (And Parent Discretion) Music: Fluvialbius (composed by Yajat Gupta and Atharv Gopulani, and performed by Yajat Gupta on the piano.) SOAR Logo by Ritu Jindal To leave feedback /requests pl...

09-11
02:35

Frankenstein

Welcome to the new season where the book trailers cover more heavy and meaningful reads that offer "food for thought." Book: Frankenstein Written by Mary Shelley Description: Story of an attempt to create life gone wrong. Recommended for ages 12+ (And Parent Discretion) Music: Fluvialbius (composed by Yajat Gupta and Atharv Gopulani, and performed by Yajat Gupta on the piano.) SOAR Logo by Ritu Jindal To leave feedback /requests please connect with SOAR at Facebook or Youtube https://w...

09-05
03:10

How to Read Literature like a Professor

Welcome to the new season where the book trailers cover more heavy and meaningful reads that offer "food for thought." Book: How to Read Literature like a Professor Written by Thomas C. Foster Description: An intriguing take on analyzing literary patterns and concepts to become a more informed and involved reader. Recommended for ages 12+ (And Parent Discretion) Music: Fluvialbius (composed by Yajat Gupta and Atharv Gopulani, and performed by Yajat Gupta on the piano.) SOAR Logo by Ri...

08-29
02:00

The Cask of Amontillado

Welcome to the new season where the book trailers cover more heavy and meaningful reads that offer "food for thought." Book: The Cask of Amontillado Written by Edgar Allen Poe Description: A man's account of his brutal revenge on a former friend who betrayed and insulted him. Recommended for ages 12+ (And Parent Discretion) Music: Fluvialbius (composed by Yajat Gupta and Atharv Gopulani, and performed by Yajat Gupta on the piano.) SOAR Logo by Ritu Jindal To leave feedback /requests ...

08-14
02:25

The Lottery

Welcome to the new season where the book trailers cover more heavy and meaningful reads that offer "food for thought." Book: The Lottery Written by Shirley Jackson Description: A town's annual tradition of having a lottery bears horrific secrets. Recommended for ages 12+ (And Parent Discretion) Music: Fluvialbius (composed by Yajat Gupta and Atharv Gopulani, and performed by Yajat Gupta on the piano.) SOAR Logo by Ritu Jindal To leave feedback /requests please connect with SOAR at Face...

08-10
02:34

Lamb to the Slaughter

Welcome to the new season where the book trailers cover more heavy and meaningful reads that offer "food for thought." Book: Lamb to the Slaughter Written by Roald Dahl Description: Thrilling short story about a murder and cover-up. Recommended for ages 12+ (And Parent Discretion) Music: Fluvialbius (composed by Yajat Gupta and Atharv Gopulani, and performed by Yajat Gupta on the piano.) SOAR Logo by Ritu Jindal To leave feedback /requests please connect with SOAR at Facebook or Youtub...

08-01
02:58

The Most Dangerous Game

Welcome to the new season where the book trailers cover more heavy and meaningful reads that offer "food for thought." Book: The Most Dangerous Game Written by Richard Connell Description: Thrilling short story about a hunter becoming the hunted. Recommended for ages 12+ (And Parent Discretion) Music: Fluvialbius (composed by Yajat Gupta and Atharv Gopulani, and performed by Yajat Gupta on the piano.) SOAR Logo by Ritu Jindal To leave feedback /requests please connect with SOAR at Fac...

07-18
03:07

Shooting an Elephant

Welcome to the new season where the book trailers cover more heavy and meaningful reads that offer "food for thought." Book: Shooting an Elephant Written by George Orwell Description: Satirical piece about the true nature of imperialism and its motivations. Recommended for ages 12+ (And Parent Discretion) Music: Fluvialbius (composed by Yajat Gupta and Atharv Gopulani, and performed by Yajat Gupta on the piano.) SOAR Logo by Ritu Jindal To leave feedback /requests please connect with S...

07-12
02:51

A Modest Proposal

Welcome to the new season where the book trailers cover more heavy and meaningful reads that offer "food for thought." Book: A Modest Proposal Written by Jonathan Swift Description: Satirical piece offering an unconventional solution to many of Ireland's problems. Recommended for ages 14+ (And Parent Discretion) Music: Fluvialbius (composed by Yajat Gupta and Atharv Gopulani, and performed by Yajat Gupta on the piano.) SOAR Logo by Ritu Jindal To leave feedback /requests please connect ...

07-05
02:30

Thunderhead

Welcome to the new season where the book trailers cover more heavy and meaningful reads that offer "food for thought." Book: Thunderhead Written by Neal Shusterman Description: Story of the rise of a new order scythedom trying to take down the old with the help of an old foe. Recommended for ages 14+ (And Parent Discretion) Music: Fluvialbius (composed by Yajat Gupta and Atharv Gopulani, and performed by Yajat Gupta on the piano.) SOAR Logo by Ritu Jindal To leave feedback /requests please c...

06-29
03:22

The Jungle

Welcome to the new season where the book trailers cover more heavy and meaningful reads that offer "food for thought." Book: The Jungle Written by Upton Sinclair Description: Story of the horrors of conditions for immigrants and in factories, especially meat-packaging plants. Recommended for ages 14+ (And Parent Discretion) Music: Fluvialbius (composed by Yajat Gupta and Atharv Gopulani, and performed by Yajat Gupta on the piano.) SOAR Logo by Ritu Jindal To leave feedback /requests pl...

06-13
03:00

Inkheart

Welcome to the new season where the book trailers cover more heavy and meaningful reads that offer "food for thought." Book: Inkheart Written by Cornelia Funke Description: Story of a family with powers on the run from an evil man named Capricorn. Recommended for ages 10+ (And Parent Discretion) Music: Fluvialbius (composed by Yajat Gupta and Atharv Gopulani, and performed by Yajat Gupta on the piano.) SOAR Logo by Ritu Jindal To leave feedback /requests please connect with SOAR at Face...

06-06
03:30

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