IF READERS AS A COMMUNITY HAD A ROOM, THIS WOULD BE IT.  A playdate for your books, no debates,—just an evening of swapping stories, discovering new books, and connecting over the ones we love. The rules? You bring two books, you take two. Bring five, you get five. Bring ten, you’ll leave with ten (okay, maybe not that many—but you get the idea). It’s a playful way to give a book you love a second life, and to discover one that’s been waiting to be read by you. Whether you’re looking to finally dive into that novel everyone’s been talking ab 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..

How do languages mix? Does it begin in chaos, new migrants and old inhabitants needing a pidgin to communicate? Or does it happen more smoothly, in stages? And what is a prakrit? Why do we hear only of prakrits, and never of pidgins, in South Asia? In Father Tongue, Motherland, Peggy Mohan looks at exactly how the mixed languages in South Asia came to life. Like a flame moving from wick to wick in early encounters between male settlers and locals skilled at learning languages, the language would start to ‘go native’ as it spread. This produced ‘father tongues’, with Read More..

When Rajiv Gandhi became the prime minister of India in 1984, he was promptly named ‘Mr Clean’. So cherished was the young, articulate prime minister’s reputation that when whispers of kickbacks in an arms deal with a Swedish company named Bofors began to circulate, many could hardly believe it. On 16 April 1987, when this story hit the Swedish radio, twenty-nine-year-old Chitra Subramaniam, a stringer based in Switzerland, decided to follow it. Little did she know that Bofors would consume her life for the next decade, during which she would develop a network of shadowy whis Read More..

Atta Galatta and Your View on Books cordially invite you to the unique Manga Madness, a fans meet for Comics & Manga readers. Are you a Manga maven or a comic connoisseur? Have you ever wanted to share your passion, connect with like-minded enthusiasts, and debate the finer points of your favorite stories? Well, your wait is over! Calling all voracious readers of Manga, comics, and graphic novels! Join us for an exhilarating in-person meet-up where you can express YOUR views, discuss your beloved series, and meet fellow aficionados! What does it entail? - Involving in an ice br 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 an Exclusive Book Reading & Signing Event! 50/𝗙𝗶𝗳𝘁𝘆 is a unique collection of 50 poems by Sowmya Moni that beautifully bridges the gap between the corporate grind and the timeless lessons of Indian mythology. Join us for an inspiring afternoon as Sowmya brings her words to life in a special reading session, sharing insights into her creative process and the powerful connections between ancient wisdom and modern professional life. ✨ What to Expect: A live reading of selected poems from 50/Fifty. A thought-provoking discussion on the parallels between Read More..

BENGALURU, are you ready to forget damsels in distress and meet the ones causing it! Join us for a book talk at Atta Galatta as we dive into the deadly, defiant, and downright dangerous women of DANCE OF SHADOWS. So excited to meet you all there! Until then, remember, "Queenship knows no kinship". 🗓️ March 15 ⏱️ 3 PM 📍Atta Galatta, Indira Nagar Read More..

Sarvam - Divine Tales of Oneness, Virtues & Harmony is a captivating collection of short stories and new fables inspired by ancient Indian literature. The book explores profound themes like ecology, spirituality, and harmony. Filled with immersive illustrations, Sarvam familiarizes the readers with the spiritual wisdom of Ancient India. The book uses intricate layers of Indian mythology, blending symbolism and natural themes to convey age-old wisdom to the modern world. Abhishek Singh's work is acclaimed around the world for its unique style and storytelling and has been exhibited i Read More..

A reflection on the current mode of capitalism and a call to action to rethink everything – leadership, strategy, innovation, and even progress itself. What if the most valuable insights into your company’s future aren’t buried in your big data or shared by industry experts—but voiced quietly at the edges, by the very people you’ve been ignoring? In Atypical: Five Strategy Rules for a New World, UCL and IIMB professor Prateek Raj challenges the status quo by showing how the world’s most innovative organisations learn from voices at the fringes—be Read More..