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LOSER: Life Of a Software Engineer
What's common between outsourcing and Christopher Columbus’s discovery of America?How are arranged marriages related to the Software Development Life Cycle? For you to command better appraisals, what should’ve your parents named you? Why does your Project Manager always give you a new task just when you’re about to sign off for the day? Why are dumb, attractive software engineers always sent onsite? In Life Of A Software EngineeR (LOSER), author Dipen Ambalia offers some hilarious answers to these questions and more, having struggled through years of terrible appraisals, dumb instructions, Bell Curves and belles’ curves.
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Anna: 13 Days That Awakened India
Anna Hazare's fast unto death in August 2011, demanding the enactment of strong Lokpal Bill, was a watershed moment in post-independence India. Coming soon after a slew of corruption exposes, the movement galvanized an increasingly disenchanted middle class nothing had in decades. Well-known Hindi journalist Ashutosh weaves together the story of the thirteen days that changed India. He had a ringside view of the developments, stationed as he was at the Ramlila Grounds in New Delhi, the venue of the fast, and had intimate access to the two warring parties: the Congress government at the Centre and Team Anna. Evoking the Jayaprakash Narayan movement and Gandhi's satyagraha, Ashutosh mines the history of India's post-independence politics to understand the phenomenon that is Anna Hazare. About The Author Ashutosh is one of Hindi journalism’s best-known faces. He started his career with Aaj Tak and is currently managing editor at IBN 7.
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Urban Shots: The Love Collection
31 love stories by 27 authors Comprising thirty-one love stories by twenty-seven authors, Urban Shots: Love Collection carries on the Urban Shots series which focuses on the lives of every- day Indians all across the small towns and big cities of the nation. Featuring authors such as R. Chandrasekar, Paritosh Uttam, Ira Trivedi, Arunava Sinha, Rohini Ke- jriwal and many more, it explores the tender side of life, leaving the reader dreaming and smiling, feeling ten- der, moved, giddy and loved along with the characters themselves. A must-have book in your collection! Weaving through the expanse of emotions that make up love, debutant writers and well known authors bring you a collection of stories that will pull at your heartstrings. These heartfelt tales take you on a journey across India. In Sultangarh, a young school teacher contemplates the better rishta for herself. At Esplanade, a man awaits a rendezvous with his much younger ‘girlfriend’. In Chennai, an IT Projects Manager meets a mysterious stranger. Love blossoms in unexpected places at a jhalmuri stall outside a BPO; two insomniacs from Mumbai meet by night; and in the quiet of Flurys café, a man revisits a time gone by with his lover. Many of these stories delve into secret places. An intimate moment reveals darker secrets. A bride sits at the altar conflicted. The truth about a marriage comes unfurling ‘out of the closet’. A passionate couple try to address a ‘loud’ problem. While a once happy couple grapple with the stings of betrayal. Laughter, as fortune favours the believer of positions of the stars; a street smart young lad walks into a marriage proposal setup; a boisterous middle aged woman chatters away about her secret love life and many other stories. About The Author Edited by Sneh Thakur, and with popular writers like Arunava Sinha, Ira Trivedi, Paritosh Uttam, R Chandrasekar, Ahmed Faiyaz and Malathi Jaikumar among many new voices, this is an anthology of urban Indian fiction, translated regional literature and stories never told before – straight from the heart.
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Urban Shots: Bright Lights
Edited by bestselling author, Paritosh Uttam, this anthology offers snapshots of interesting characters in Urban India. The ten-year-old mathematics loving girl, haunted by memories of her dead mother. The man who buys expensive gifts for married women; an Indian kid who can name every American state in alphabetical order; a boy who knows more than he should about the extra–marital affairs of his parents; a baby with secrets of his own; the pesky Maami in the neighbourhood, with a cure for every ailment; the beefy sportsman with a peacock hairstyle; the seven-year-old who wants to get married; a retiree on his last day in a dead end job; the salesman who fails to meet his targets; the grouchy physics teacher with a love for literature; the chatty cab driver who was once a film maker; the philosophical mehndiwala on the sidewalk; a struggling artist in love with his fabled city; the retired pilot with life advice in the window seat and a lot more.... Racy, compelling and heart rendering stories of urban lives and characters by popular writers such as Paritosh Uttam, R. Chandrasekar, Malathi Jaikumar, Ahmed Faiyaz and a number of popular bloggers and debutant writers.
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Urban Shots: Crossroads
Edited by bestselling author, Ahmed Faiyaz, this anthology explores the conflict, chaos and confusion in the lives of interesting and colourful characters in Urban India. The reclusive kid with a beautiful bicycle; a migrant to Mumbai with Old Monk on his breath, trying to get off a Virar Fast at Borivali; the misunderstood watchman at the library who befriends a little girl;a playstation loving spoilt brat, who is smitten by his mathematics tutor; an old widower who longs for some intimacy with the opposite sex; a confused writer who has to choose between his wife and a seductress; the gargoyle who is the boss’s pet at a call centre; a mild-mannered doctor whose love for yoga puts him on breaking news; a project manager who hates handing out the pink slip; an emotionally scarred woman in the bazaars of Kamathipura; the baraat on a silent night in a one-horse town in Rajasthan; the neighbourhood didi with dark secrets of her own and a lot more.. Racy, compelling and heart rending stories by popular writers such as Pantosh Uttam, Reeti Gadekar, Sharath Komarraju, Malcolm Carvahlo, and a number of popular bloggers and debutant writers.
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Urban Shots
Urban Shots Edited by bestselling author, Paritosh Uttam, this is an anthology of 29 urban tales by 13 young writers. Each of these fresh, vivid and deceptively simple stories focuses on an epiphany. The stories are set with the backdrop of our urban metros with their bright lights, sky rises, glitzy malls, tenements, crowds and the chaos that comes with it. A woman tries to come to terms with loss of a lost baby; two strangers, a young man and a young woman, both with a love for Fyodor Dostoyevsky’s Crime and Punishment board the same aircraft; a woman ponders over giving a second chance to her cheating husband; a young man is in love with his apple pie loving best friend, who is set to marry through an arranged match; a chance meeting between two old lovers after 11 years; the memories of an old woman in love; an illiterate migrant from the village looking for her own kind of liberation; the longing of a married woman for another man; a child and his silent suffering mother and their financially strapped family; a couple once in love, frustrated with each other after getting married; love and relationships in the age of Twitter and fat free gelatos; the morning after for a couple in an adulterous relationship; a man running away from his own life in the city hoping to find salvation; a couple who decide to marry for reasons other than love and many more stories... About The Author Edited by Paritosh Uttam, bestselling author of Dreams in Prussian Blue, also the contributing author of 10 stories in this collection, the collection includes diverse voices and writing styles. It includes stories by Bishwanath Ghosh, bestselling author of Chai Chai, Ahmed Faiyaz, bestselling author of Love, Life & All That Jazz..., along with accomplished writers – Abha Iyengar, Hasmita Chander, Malathi Jaikumar and Vrinda Baliga. It includes stories by Rikin Khamar, Debutant Author of The Lotus Queen, Kainaz Motivala, Bollywood Actor of Wake Up Sid fame, popular bloggers – Naman Saraiya, Sahil Khan, Kunal Dhabalia and Prateek Gupta.
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Bollywood Striptease
Nikki is bitten by the Bollywood bug at fifteen. Years later , she is an attractive and vivacious chartered accountant. However, Nikki suddenly realises that if she doesn't act fast, her dream of being a Bollywood star will soon become history. She chucks her stable job and dives into the world of glamour, to the chagrin of her family and a naturally sceptical world. Only her good friends, Shonali and Karan, encourage her. Rejections at auditions, casting couch offers, a stormy relationship – Nikki's foray into the film industry is full of sensational surprises. Then comes a point in her life. When everything looks ominous, primed for a disastrous fall. But just as in real life, things take a turn for the better. The climax is worth a wait. Bollywood Striptease captures Nikki's exciting journey through the Bollywood maze as she offers the reader a glimpse into the quotidian realities of a struggling actor's life. About The Author Her passion for creativity brought Neeta Shah. A chartered accountant, to Bollywood . Writing, an old hobby, resurfaced as her life took interesting turns. Soon the writer within her – restless and impatient – bubbled to the surface with the story of her 'behind- the-scene' experiences in bollywood: some good, some bad and some just odd. Determinedly fighting against all odds, her maiden novel came into being. Neeta's story is a massage to all young guns: go out there, chase your dreams, never give up, as success is only a step away
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To Get Her: Best friends are forever...
To Get Her' is a sassy story about a simple girl who enters the fascinating world of engineering with a lot of dreams and aspirations, but the very first day of the college makes her face the appalling realities of a 'not so simple' life that awaits her. If her own problems weren't enough, a cynical local gangster decides to turn her life upside down just to get to talk to her best friend, to revive a long lost one sided love affair. If it wasn't for the support of her friends who stood by her side, she would have broken up completely. The story takes you to the college campus, the carefree days and the excitement each day brought from the first crush to romantic fantasies, strange co-incidences, to big misunderstandings, from detective instincts to protective feelings. Most importantly it tells you the importance of friendship and togetherness. Enjoy ToGetHer, where each page unfolds a new experience and keeps you wanting to read more. About the Author Ishita Bhown, born and brought up in Jaipur, has recently completed her B.Tech and is currently working with a leading software firm based in Noida. 'I am what I am, easy to know and difficult to understand', she claims. Her bubbly and talkative nature is the reason behind a long list of friends who she believes are an integral part of her life. Her hobbies include blogging, philately and reading.
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The Quick and Easy Cookbook: Over 250 Recipes
Beginning with the basics, this book provides over 250 recipes for quick and delicious meals. Chapters cover noodles and pasta, meat and poultry, fish and seafood, vegetarian options, desserts, and meals specifically tailored for busy parents who want healthy meals for their children.
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Foods That Harm, Foods That Heal
Compiled with the aid of more than 300 experts, this is a layman's A-Z guide to diet and health, consisting of straightforward entries on foods, drinks and ailments. Every entry has been checked by specialists from various backgrounds, and case studies are included where appropriate.
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Agent 6
The hotly anticipated follow-up to Tom Rob Smith's widely celebrated, Booker- longlisted debut novel Child 44 Former Soviet Secret Service agent Leo Demidov has built himself a new life as a civilian with his wife Raisa, and their two teenage daughters, Elena and Zoya. The Soviet Union is a country trying to reassert itself after the murderous excesses of Stalin and the chaos of the following years, and as the Cold War continues powers inside Russia seek to topple their great enemy, the United States of America. Communist allies within the United States will prove vital players in this game of intrigue and revolution. Raisa and their two daughters travel to the United States on a diplomatic mission, but a horrifying tragedy destroys everything Leo and Raisa have built. Leo must get to the States somehow and find out what happened. Exiled from the Soviet Union and separated from his family, Leo's quest takes him through the stark wilderness of Afghanistan, reawakening all his old instincts and forcing him to confront his demons. But whatever it costs, wherever he must go, he will find Agent 6.
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Irish Rebel
Beloved #1 "New York Times"-bestselling author Nora Roberts delivers two classic novels in her unforgettable Stanislaski family saga. "Waiting for Nick" follows the romance between Frederica Kimball and Nicholas LeBeck, while "Considering Kate" finds Kate Stanislaski Kimball falling for the gorgeous Brody O'Connell. Reissue. Waiting for Nick Frederica Kimball had been waiting all her life...waiting to grow up...waiting forever for the day when Nicholas LeBeck would fall as desperately in love with her as she had always been with him. Nick didn't know what had hit him. Sweet, adorable Freddie, whom he'd always loved like a kid sister, was suddenly all woman. And his feelings for her were anything but brotherly Considering Kate Kate Stanislaski Kimball had turned her back on glamour and fame, and she'd come home to begin a new life. The only thing more perfect than the beautiful--dilapidated--building she'd bought for her new dance school was Brody O'Connell, the frustrating and surprisingly fascinating contractor she'd hired for the renovation. But Brody was determined to resist Kate's effortless allure. She was Natasha Stanislaski's pampered, perfect daughter, after all. Still, every fiber of his being longed to make her his....
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Waiting For Nick
Beloved #1 "New York Times"-bestselling author Nora Roberts delivers two classic novels in her unforgettable Stanislaski family saga. "Waiting for Nick" follows the romance between Frederica Kimball and Nicholas LeBeck, while "Considering Kate" finds Kate Stanislaski Kimball falling for the gorgeous Brody O'Connell. Reissue. Waiting for Nick Frederica Kimball had been waiting all her life...waiting to grow up...waiting forever for the day when Nicholas LeBeck would fall as desperately in love with her as she had always been with him. Nick didn't know what had hit him. Sweet, adorable Freddie, whom he'd always loved like a kid sister, was suddenly all woman. And his feelings for her were anything but brotherly Considering Kate Kate Stanislaski Kimball had turned her back on glamour and fame, and she'd come home to begin a new life. The only thing more perfect than the beautiful--dilapidated--building she'd bought for her new dance school was Brody O'Connell, the frustrating and surprisingly fascinating contractor she'd hired for the renovation. But Brody was determined to resist Kate's effortless allure. She was Natasha Stanislaski's pampered, perfect daughter, after all. Still, every fiber of his being longed to make her his....
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Considering Kate
Beloved #1 "New York Times"-bestselling author Nora Roberts delivers two classic novels in her unforgettable Stanislaski family saga. "Waiting for Nick" follows the romance between Frederica Kimball and Nicholas LeBeck, while "Considering Kate" finds Kate Stanislaski Kimball falling for the gorgeous Brody O'Connell. Reissue. Waiting for Nick Frederica Kimball had been waiting all her life...waiting to grow up...waiting forever for the day when Nicholas LeBeck would fall as desperately in love with her as she had always been with him. Nick didn't know what had hit him. Sweet, adorable Freddie, whom he'd always loved like a kid sister, was suddenly all woman. And his feelings for her were anything but brotherly Considering Kate Kate Stanislaski Kimball had turned her back on glamour and fame, and she'd come home to begin a new life. The only thing more perfect than the beautiful--dilapidated--building she'd bought for her new dance school was Brody O'Connell, the frustrating and surprisingly fascinating contractor she'd hired for the renovation. But Brody was determined to resist Kate's effortless allure. She was Natasha Stanislaski's pampered, perfect daughter, after all. Still, every fiber of his being longed to make her his....
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Nora Roberts Rebellion
The first historical romance by #1 "New York Times" bestselling author Nora Roberts takes readers back to 18th-century Scotland to introduce the MacGregor who started it all--Serena MacGregor, the fiery, hot-tempered Highland beauty whose passion gave rise to the MacGregors. Reissue. "Scotland, 1745. Against the bloody background of the Battle of Culloden, another war was waged and won--the price was honor, the victory, love." Scottish beauty Serena MacGregor's hatred of all English began as a child when she watched as a band of Englishmen attacked her mother. Her brother's friend Brigham Langston was no exception to Serena's loathing--despite his supposed loyalty to the Scottish cause... and his good looks. Although Brigham eventually proves himself worthy of the MacGregor family's respect, Serena is still reluctant to abandon her hatred for him and his heritage. But Brigham has other plans. Serena has captivated him with her beauty, her passion for life and commitment to her beliefs--and he refuses to let her antagonistic attitude keep him from winning her. And Serena must learn to open her mind--as Brigham opens his heart--to see the true love awaiting her.
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The Shadow Wife
Mara Sommers And Joelle D’Angelo Have Been Best Friends For Years. They Have Shared Everything, Including The Joy Over Mara’S First Pregnancy. But When Something Goes Terribly Wrong During Childbirth, Mara Is Left Severely Brain Damaged. Alone And Grieving, Joelle Turns To The One Person Who Understands Her Pain: Mara’S Husband. When Joelle Discovers Their One Night Of Passion Led To Pregnancy, She’S Torn Between Grief And The Unexpected Joy Of Being Pregnant With Liam’S Baby. But How Can She Tell Him? They Had Put Mara On A Pedestal—She Was Perfect. Joelle And Liam Can’T Start A Life When The Shadow Of His Wife Is There.
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In Dark Waters
Beneath the peaceful lake of a quiet Virginia town lies a disturbing mystery—the long-dead body of a woman the community certainly hasn’t missed. But could her remains bring her daughter answers? Don’t stay buried As a high-flying journalist, Kelsey Warren lives in a glittering world, so far away from sleepy Grant’s Forge. Although on the inside she’ll always feel like the lonely girl her mother abandoned there. Until Donna Warren’s body—and evidence of her cold blooded murder —resurfaces. Forever Despite Sheriff Mitch Garret’s pleas to leave the case alone, Kelsey swears to find the truth. And as Kelsey and Mitch come closer to uncovering the sins of the past, someone is determined to silence Kelsey—for good.
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Shivaji His Life And Times
The volume will cover Raja Shivaji's life and times along with the strategic and administrative intelligence and excellence. It will also highlight his statesmanship and able generalship in crisp 1100 odd pages. Highlight of the volume will be Mehendale's hitherto unpublished coverage of these aspects from 1660 to 1680 for which elite Marathi and Indian readers have been waiting for a long. Such an authentic, researched biography in English has not been available for a long time after Sir Jadunath Sarkar's volume in 1919 (6 reprints) and Balkrishna's volume in 1932. The volume will have essential maps drawn with the most state-of-the-art methods, footnotes and bibliography. In this work he is ably assisted and subordinated (for editing, translation and content restructuring) by a professional, experienced team of Pune.