#Book Review: The Land of Sweet Forever by Harper Lee

I have always loved Harper Lee’s work. Her masterpiece To Kill a Mockingbird has long been one of my all-time favourites — I even read the graphic novel version, which brought a whole new life to the story. Lee is, without doubt, a legend in the literary world, and when I came across her new release, The Land of Sweet Forever, there was no question of not picking it up. This beautifully crafted collection of short stories and essays once again highlights Lee’s exceptional gift for storytelling and her deep understanding of human nature. Each story carries its own distinct …

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#Book Review: The Theatre Cat by Noel Streatfeild

The Theatre Cat by Noel Streatfeild is a tender, heartwarming story set in the enchanting world of theatre — a place that hums with music, lights, and endless imagination. Much like Streatfeild’s beloved Ballet Shoes, this book celebrates art, hard work, and the quiet grace that lives behind the curtains. I picked up this book because of its exquisite cloth-bound cover with gold embossing, which gives it an old-world elegance that’s hard to resist. Inside, the pages are adorned with beautiful watercolour illustrations that bring every scene to life — soft, expressive, and full of character. It’s truly a book …

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# Book Review : When a Book Stares Back at You: Reading Hunchback by Saou Ichikawa

Some books don’t just tell a story—they confront you. Hunchback by Saou Ichikawa did exactly that for me. At first glance, it’s a slim volume. A novella that looks like it could slip quietly into your day. But the moment you step in, you realize—there’s nothing quiet about it. Shaka Izawa, our narrator, lives in a care home, her body failing her while her mind roams sharp and free. She tweets blunt, often outrageous thoughts. She writes erotic fiction for a living. She wants things society refuses to imagine for someone like her—desire, agency, even pregnancy. And she says it …

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