From the warrior likened to a chariot painstakingly forged by a master, to a casanova-turned-sage that weaves a net of words, this session explores the metaphors and beauty buried in the external. Join us for an interactive session as we discuss the vivid language of Puranaanooru. The discussion is accessible to non-tamil patrons as it will be in English as well as Tamil. This session is hosted by Sindhu S.P., an engineer and Tamil poet from Bangalore. Entry is free. Read More..

Poetry is the pond where the heart blooms. On this New Year's Day, discover the coolness of the female gaze as you join us for a heartbreaking commentary on love, life and the yearning for both. Bring your poems to share with us, as we explore the shape of contemporary poetry.  This session is hosted by Sindhu S.P., an engineer and Tamil poet from Bangalore. Entry is free. Read More..

An extraordinary memoir from one of Tamil Nadu’s most acclaimed novelists. The great Tamil novelist Jeyamohan came from the region of Tamil Nadu that originally belonged to Travancore (in Kerala), and grew up in a unique, syncretic culture straddling two distinct worlds. In this memoir, originally written in Malayalam, he draws a vivid picture of his family which followed the matriarchal family systems of Kerala. He especially focuses on his powerful mother and grandmother, who pitted their wills against and were constantly at odds with his abusive father. Moving between the stories o Read More..

For hard-core Potterheads age 12 and above! Get into the minds of the characters, ferret out the intricacies of the plot - enter the wizarding world and share your thoughts and insights! Will help if you have read all the Harry Potter books - this discussion will be based only on the books and not the movies. The event is curated by Lahe Lahe Caravan and is being hosted at Atta Galatta. Read More..

What have you been reading? Come, discuss your latest read. Each member gets 5-7 mins to talk about the book, theme, plot with 2 mins to answer any question others might have. Special Theme: European Literature Read More..

Our emotions and memories are intrinsically related to the food we eat and the genre of food literature combines them in a way that helps us connect not only to our past and our present, to different cultures, and communities, values and rituals, events both life-changing and mundane but to each other as well. So, if viewing the world through the lens of food and literature interests you, then join us to begin a dialogue on “Food in Indian Literature” and to celebrate those stories and their diversity. Each month with Prachi Grover, we will be reading our way through several pow Read More..

The BWW Short Story Community This month we will discuss The Paper Menagerie by Ken Liu.  What this is: This is a ticketed, curated literary and community event, presented by Bhumika Anand from the Bangalore Writers Workshop, where we will do a deep-dive analysis and discussion of a short story. You get to join a reading community where you will get to read a pre-chosen short story a month. You get to examine the story in terms of its literary merit, yes, but also in terms of writing craft and context, which will be very useful if you are an aspiring storyteller or writer. Read More..

Atta Galatta and Your View on Books cordially invite you to the latest Bibliophile Meetup in town. Join us for an enriching evening of literary discussion and camaraderie at our Book Club Meet event! Whether you`re a seasoned bibliophile or just discovering the joy of reading, all are welcome to share their insights, opinions, and favorite passages. Engage in lively conversations, exchange recommendations, and bond over our mutual love for literature. Don`t miss out on this opportunity to connect with fellow book enthusiasts and expand your literary horizons! Bring along your favorite bo Read More..

Theme: Books by Women & Books on Women Literature 📚 Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on books written by women and those that explore women’s lives, experiences, and stories. Connect with fellow book lovers and celebrate literature that shapes perspectives! Please note: This is for strictly bookish / literature conversation and no personal life discussions/rave or rant. Read More..

Join us for a very special event between Fungi Foundation India and Current Conservation magazine, featuring a documentary screening of "The Mushroom Keepers" – an evocative short film that unveils the profound relationships between fungi and the Khasi and Garo communities of Meghalaya, India. The film explores how fungi shape spiritual and cultural worldviews through intimate conversations with community elders, revealing the intertwined loss of biodiversity and ancestral knowledge as old-growth forests dwindle. Current Conservation is a not-for-profit quarterly print an Read More..