10 Books and Their Authors That Deserve a Place on Your Reading List

Huge congratulations to all the authors from the team at Ananta Press We are delighted to celebrate the ten winners featured in our book showcase and introduce readers to a collection of voices worth discovering in 2026 From spiritual reflection and personal growth to love resilience business and education these books offer different ways to understand ourselves and the world around usWith all ten positions filled and nominations officially closed this showcase celebrates the dedication behind every featured title Whether you enjoy emotionally engaging fiction or books that encourage thoughtful decisions this reading list offers several places to begin1 Sanatan by Dr Deepak SinghTaking the first position Sanatan explores the relationship between eternal wisdom and modern living Dr Deepak Singh begins with the birth of the universe and traces the emergence of Sanatani thought connecting ancient ideas with contemporary questionsThe book considers Sanatanrsquos relationship with modern science and the rise of artificial intelligence bringing longstanding philosophical traditions into conversations relevant today Available in both Hindi and English it reaches readers across two languages For those interested in spirituality cultural thought and the continuing relevance of ancient wisdom Sanatan offers an invitation to reflect beyond the pace of everyday life2 ESG Beyond Compliance by Gouri Shankar PatnaikIn second position ESG Beyond Compliance Creating Profit Purpose and Competitive Advantage examines how Environmental Social and Governance principles can contribute to lasting business successGouri Shankar Patnaik moves beyond reporting requirements to explore the connections between sustainability profitability innovation operational excellence and customer trust The book also considers climate change social challenges stakeholder expectations and regulatory pressuresIts central distinction between compliancedriven activity and meaningful sustainability commitments gives readers a useful starting point for examining organisational priorities Business professionals and readers interested in responsible growth will find a subject that connects commercial decisions with broader consequences3 Find Your NBV Next Best Version by Chella Pandian PitchaiSecuring third position Find Your NBV presents personal growth as a lifelong practice grounded in awareness intentional choices and inner clarityChella Pandian Pitchai invites readers to examine the habits beliefs and assumptions that quietly influence their lives Instead of promising instant transformation the book encourages reflection on selfimposed limits and familiar patternsWritten for readers across generations from students and working professionals to parents and retired individuals the NBV philosophy centres on becoming better than yesterday Its themes make it a companion for periods of transition uncertainty achievement and renewed selfunderstanding4 Tere Liye Sirf Tere Liye by M SaddamIn fourth position Tere Liye Sirf Tere Liye follows Sameer and Pari through a relationship that begins with an unexpected phone call Their conversations gradually become friendship and then a deep emotional connectionAs they share dreams and imagine a future together time distance and difficult circumstances begin to test their hopes Love remains even when togetherness becomes uncertainSaddamrsquos story explores waiting silence separation and feelings that persist long after circumstances change Readers drawn to emotional love stories may connect with its portrayal of relationships that remain alive in memory despite never becoming complete5 Born From Us by Ritesh Dogra and Priya SettyTaking fifth position Born From Us brings together the voices of coauthors Ritesh Dogra and Priya Setty Its cover statement ldquoAI is the Mirror The Decision Is Still Yoursrdquo introduces a timely question about technology and human responsibilityThat statement offers readers a point of entry into the bookrsquos AI theme as technology becomes increasingly present in our lives what remains ours to decideWithin this varied showcase Born From Us adds a contemporary technological perspective Its emphasis on the relationship between artificial intelligence and human choice places it alongside broader conversations about the future we are helping to create6 Behind Those Eyes by Tushar ChatterjiIn sixth position Behind Those Eyes approaches love loyalty and belonging through the lives of six dogs Piku Nala Laila Chelsea Dolly and RaniTushar Chatterji shifts the viewpoint away from human observers inviting readers into a world shaped by canine instinct emotion and unspoken devotion Their experiences carry joy and heartbreak trust and betrayal innocence and understandingThrough these lives the book reflects on forgiveness and the courage to keep loving despite pain It offers animal lovers and readers interested in humanndashanimal bonds a chance to consider what companionship can teach us about ourselves7 Hijack And Its Repercussions by Prashantha Naveen KarkeraIn seventh position Hijack And Its Repercussions recounts the 1998 hijacking of the ship Princess Kash by the LTTE and examines its consequences for those affectedPrashantha Naveen Karkera wife of Captain Karkera draws on the experiences narrated by her husband to convey the ordeal faced by the crew The account also considers the roles of the Indian and Sri Lankan governmentsIts scope extends beyond the immediate crisis to the families waiting at home and the emotional aftermath of survival The book brings attention to perseverance uncertainty and the lasting personal consequences behind a public event8 Crossroad Choosing Your Path by Pankaj GehlotTaking eighth position Crossroad Choosing Your Path addresses a significant educational decision selecting subjects after Grade 10Pankaj Gehlot introduces Science Commerce Humanities and Vocational pathways offering a framework to help students consider their options The book is intended for students across CBSE ICSE IB IGCSE and State BoardsWith career counselling frameworks for students parents and educators it encourages more thoughtful conversations about the next stage of education Its place in this showcase highlights the value of books that support practical decisions while recognising the questions young people face about their futures9 Heartbreak Not Againhellip by Kunal GreenIn ninth position Heartbreak Not Againhellip follows its protagonist Manav through the emotional complexities of life love and selfdiscoveryKunal Greenrsquos debut novel explores personal growth resilience and the search for a meaningful life The author brings a background in Electronics and Communication and Marketing alongside personal experiences and an appreciation of family to his storytellingFor readers drawn to journeys shaped by relationships and emotional challenges the novel offers an opportunity to reflect on change disappointment and the discoveries that influence who we become10 Becoming Her Her Chapters Her Voices by Tushar ChatterjiCompleting the showcase in tenth position Becoming Her Her Chapters Her Voices explores womenrsquos experiences across different stages of lifeThrough relationships marriage and personal struggles Tushar Chatterji places female protagonists at the centre of the narrative Simple accessible language allows the emotional experiences within these stories to remain prominentReaders interested in womenrsquos stories may recognise familiar questions tensions and feelings within its pages The book closes this reading list with an invitation to listen closely to individual voices and consider the experiences that connect themCongratulations once again to all ten winning entries and the authors behind them From the entire team at Ananta Press Publishing an Indian publishing house committed to supporting authors and connecting their work with readers we wish you continued recognition meaningful reader connections and many more creative milestones May 2026 bring your books into new hands and your stories into lasting conversations

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