‘We should understand the history of a place to guide its future’
Mohan Mainali, a renowned journalist and award-winning writer, talks about his love for reading and his favourite books and authors.
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‘There is a dearth of research-based leadership books on Nepal’
Fr Augustine Thomas, SJ on the genres of books he enjoys, leadership books on Nepal, and his ever-growing interest in neuroscience.
Dr David R Shlim’s new memoir, ‘A Gentle Rain of Compassion’, launched in Nepal
The book is the winner of the International Book Award for best autobiography/memoir 2022.
I find editing more enjoyable and easier than writing
Writer and editor Lisa Choegyal on the type of reader she is, why she likes editing and her favourite books on Nepal.
‘A writer always needs to be a good reader’
Buddhi Ram Chapain, aka Buddhisagar, on what led him to write ‘Karnali Blues’, why he prefers to read physical books, and his favourite books by Nepali authors.
A firsthand account of a Nepali surveyor’s Everest summits
Khim Lal Gautam’s ‘Pandhraun Chuli’ is a much-needed addition to Nepal’s mountaineering literature.
It took me three years to write my debut book, ‘Hridaya’
Acclaimed cardiothoracic surgeon Dr Bhagawan Koirala talks about his experience writing his first-ever book, the genres he likes to read, and how reading has helped him in his professional life.
‘Ek Bagi’, a window to look back at Nepali society and politics
Authored by Ujjwal Prasai, the book is based on the life journey of writer Khagendra Sangraula.
Government should support translation of Nepali literature
The shortlisting of ‘Song of the Soil’ will hopefully make international publishers cast about for books coming out from our part of the world.
‘I became a writer by accident’
Subin Bhattarai, a renowned writer of contemporary Nepali literature, shares the books he read growing up, how his love for literature made him a writer, and his favourite Nepali authors.
‘Reading helps us sharpen our analytical skills’
Shaguni Singh Sakya, a hotelier and art enthusiast, on how reading books on art, history and heritage has helped her deepen her understanding of Nepal’s history.
‘We need more Nepali authors to write on national security’
Brigadier General (Retd) Keshar Bahadur Bhandari on his new book, the lack of Nepalis writing on national security, and what kind of reader he is.
Madan Puraskar Guthi presents Madan Puraskar and Jagadamba Shree awards
The award ceremony takes place more than a month after the winners were announced.
Author Dahal’s collection of freewheeling essays hits shelves
The book comprises 23 essays that provide a perspective into the author’s life and times, according to the book’s publisher.
‘It’s only very recently that I started reading books on filmmaking’
Sisan Baniya, a video content creator, on how he got into reading and how reading filmmaking books has helped him better understand his craft.
Because there are Sherpas
‘Sherpa’ provides unique insights about several generations of Sherpas and how they view mountaineering as a profession.
‘Reading widens your horizon and makes you more empathetic’
Rachana Thapa, a hospitality educator and an entrepreneur, speaks about her relationship with books and how reading has shaped her as a person.
Madan Puraskar Guthi announces shortlist of eight books for award
A total of 299 books were submitted for Madan Puraskar 2078, according to the Madan Puraskar Guthi.
A novel on patriarchy and generational trauma
Patel's debut novel is a sincere attempt to give voice to underlying latent traumas while being realistic in her portrayal of familial bonding and hostility.
‘Paradesh Ko Pasina’, a book on socio-economic dimensions of foreign employment, launched
The book authored by journalist Yangesh contains seven articles prepared through studies, research and available data as well as interviews with experts.
