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Local roots, global reach!

Neeraj Jain, Managing Director of Scholastic India and Chair of the FICCI Publishing Committee, reflects on the evolving landscape of Indian publishing. From the rise of digital-first platforms and regional voices to the growing demand for…

Indian Storytelling: Then, Now and Next

While heritage publishers continue to safeguard India’s literary legacy, ensuring that classics remain accessible and relevant across generations, a new wave of independent and contemporary publishers is expanding the horizons of…

Booker Winners spark literary magic in Delhi with Heart Lamp

Heart Lamp, written by Banu Mushtaq and translated by Deepa Bhasthi, won the prestigious International Booker Prize 2025. This powerful collection of short stories, originally in Kannada, explores themes of gender, identity, and justice.…

Reimagining Independent Publishing

In an industry shaped by consolidation, disruption, and rapid digital shifts, Westland Publishers has emerged as one of India’s most respected editorial voices and publishing leaders. In this candid interview with Varsha Verma, Karthika…

Deciphering the art of independent publishing…

In a publishing landscape often driven by scale, speed, and sales targets, independent publishers Roli Books and Seagull Books stand out for their unwavering commitment to excellence, curation, and cultural depth. In candid conversations…

Building a culture of reading

Bargain Book Hut has carved a unique space in India’s retail book landscape by offering quality books at heavily discounted prices. True to its name, the store was built on the simple yet powerful idea of making books more accessible by…