‘The greatest danger of the artificial intelligence (AI) age is not smarter machines.
It is humans slowly losing belief in their own uniqueness.’
Something unsettling is happening around us.
Young people are beginning to feel average before life has even started. Professionals are exhausting themselves trying to prove they still matter in a world obsessed with speed, optimization and constant reinvention.
In our pursuit of smarter machines, many are starting to believe they are replaceable.
As leaders race to outstrip each other in building AI-first organizations, Humans First, Machines Second challenges the new wave that is quietly reshaping workplaces, classrooms and lives.
Through 30 ‘sparks’—powerful stories and hard-won lessons from boardrooms, classrooms and crises—Vineet Nayar reveals a radically different path to winning in the age of AI. Not by competing with machines on speed.
But by rediscovering what makes human beings extraordinary and irreplaceable.
Provocative, practical and deeply hopeful, this is a guide for anyone who wants to thrive, lead and remain human in a world being redesigned by AI.
‘AI may change the rules. But only humans decide who wins.’
One hundred years ago, a powerful movement was taking root in southern India, and through its radical trajectory, building the future for true Indian equality. In the princely state of Travancore in what is today southern Kerala, a protest to challenge a ban that prevented the people of oppressed castes from using the roads around Vaikom Mahadeva temple had mobilised thousands. Gaining momentum from leaders such as TK Madhavan, Periyar EV Ramasamy and Mahatma Gandhi, the dramatic yet sustained protests ultimately led to several roads being opened to all castes.
The gains from Vaikom in part inspired the birth of the Self-Respect Movement, an indigenous socio-political movement that attacked caste hierarchy within temples. As the movement marks a hundred years, Manuraj Shunmugasundaram explains how an agitation for equal access to roads has led to, among other reforms, state legislation enabling the appointment of priests from all castes. Unpacking Babasaheb B.R. Ambedkar’s brilliant drafting of social reform into the Constitution, the author argues that intra-religious equality is Indian secularism.
Combined with the analysis on the role of constitutional courts in resolving disputes between temple entry and religious freedoms, The People’s Sanctum traces the important and impactful changes to the socio-religious fabric of the country over the last century.
‘As a champion catastrophizer, I can confirm that this book is a godsend’ Dawn French
‘A must read and a great companion’ Zoe Ball’Terrific… If I could eat a book it would be this one’ Derren Brown ‘A wise, warm, compassionate guide to living well with anxiety’ Emma Freud ‘A chill pill in book form’ Kathy Lette
‘A warm and comforting bundle of science, case studies and evidence-based tips’ Professor Catherine Loveday ‘A brilliant, thoughtful, generous human’ Tim Minchin
Your Sensitivity is Your Strength
Anxiety can have an immense power, affecting the way we think, feel and behave. It keeps us inside, away from people, places and opportunities. Makes us question, doubt or criticize ourselves. Sends us into a sea of worry that threatens to overwhelm us. But what if we stopped trying to fight the waves and, instead, learned to ride them?
This compelling, warm and accessible book looks at anxiety differently. It helps us understand that rather than squaring up to anxiety, we should listen to what it is saying. And to start celebrating this unique sensitivity that makes us feel deeply and intensely. With tips, exercises, expert research and stories from those who’ve learnt how to ride the worry wave to thrive, this book will help you unlock the power of your anxiety.
इस पुस्तक में दाजी हमारे भीतर तर्क और अंतर्बोध, मन और हृदय, इच्छा और संतोष जैसी विपरीत प्रतीत होती शक्तियों के मध्य आश्चर्यजनक संतुलन का ज्ञान कराते हैं। बड़ी स्पष्टता और दया भाव के साथ वे हमें गहरा ज्ञान एवं आंतरिक शांति प्राप्त करने के लिए जीवन के विरोधाभासों को अपनाने का एक रूपांतरणकारी मार्ग दिखाते हैं।
हमारे भीतर संतोष, शांति, करुणा, साहस तथा विचारों में स्पष्टता लाने हेतु योग के एक आधुनिक स्वरूप को हार्टफुलनेस जीवनशैली के रूप में तैयार किया गया है।
हार्टफुलनेस के अभ्यास मन को साफ करने व हृदय को उसकी भावनाओं के भार से मुक्त करने में हमारी सहायता करते हैं।
जीवन के द्वंद्वों के मध्य आंतरिक शांति प्राप्त करने की दाजी की अंतर्दृष्टि हमारा सशक्तिकरण करती है और इस जटिल संसार में हमें स्पष्टता एवं धैर्य का एक कालातीत मार्ग दिखाती है।
दैनिक जीवन के संघर्ष, विरोधाभास और अनिश्चितताएँ जीवन को गहराई से समझने के लिए एक आश्चर्यजनक प्रवेश द्वार का कार्य करती हैं। अपने हृदय को और अधिक गहरा बनाने के लिए दाजी हमें अत्यंत विनम्रतापूर्वक इनका सामना साहस और उत्सुकता के साथ करने के लिए आमंत्रित करते हैं।
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“I enjoy Freida McFadden…The books are engrossing and her sense of humour is sharp and dark. Vengeance comes with a twist and is satisfying” – STEPHEN KING
“McFadden is a writer at the top of her game―and the undisputed mistress of the psychological thriller.” – E.L. James
“Take the propulsive darkness of Gone Girl, the prolific output of Colleen Hoover, and the addictive twists of Harlan Coben, and you have something close to Freida McFadden.” – The Independent
“Intimidatingly prolific” – The Sunday Times
Wedding bells chime in this thrilling addition to The Housemaid series: a short story from #1 Sunday Times bestselling author Freida McFadden, set between The Housemaid’s Secret and The Housemaid is Watching.
*** Today is supposed to be the happiest day of my life.
I’m engaged to the man of my dreams, and in a few short hours, I’m going to stand before a judge, who will declare us husband and wife, ‘til death do us part. Despite some bumps in the road, this day is everything I dreamed it would be.
There’s only one problem:
Someone out there doesn’t want me to live long enough to say my vows.
And if I’m not careful, they may very well get their wish…
Step back into the irresistible world of The Housemaid with this short story set between Books 2 and 3 in the series. Plus, be one of the first to see exclusive content from another upcoming Freida McFadden release―only available in this edition!
Tropes
Psychological Thriller
Mystery
Suspense Thriller
Wedding Disaster
Mysterious Killer
Also by Freida McFadden:
The Divorce Dear Debbie The Intruder The Tenant The Crash The Boyfriend The TeacherThe Coworker Ward D Never Lie The Inmate The HousemaidThe Housemaid’s Secret The Housemaid is Watching The Locked Door
This beautifully curated two-volume set brings together Gulzar’s most loved film lyrics and his quietly luminous non-film poems—offering readers an intimate journey through more than five decades of one of India’s most distinctive creative voices.
From ‘Mora gora ang lai le’, his first film lyric for Bandini (1963), to the global resonance of ‘Jai ho’ from Slumdog Millionaire, Gulzar’s writing has continually redefined the emotional and poetic possibilities of popular Hindi cinema. Marked by psychological depth, a rare sensitivity to nature and spoken dialects, and imagery that surprises even as it feels instantly familiar, these songs have shaped the soundscape of generations.
Alpha gathers a hundred of his most celebrated film compositions, enriched with personal anecdotes on how the lyrics came into being and accompanied by Gulzar’s own evocative sketches—offering rare glimpses into the creative process behind some of Indian cinema’s most enduring songs.
Beta expands the canvas—from early classics and timeless favourites to later chart-toppers—while also bringing together a remarkable selection of poems from Gulzar’s non-film albums, revealing a quieter, more intimate register of his art.
Together, these two volumes form a definitive collector’s edition—an essential tribute to a poet whose words continue to sing long after the music fades.
For many, a temple is simply a place of worship. For devotees, however, it is much more. Ancient temples have been built on energized lands (known as kshetras), where for centuries, devotees have journeyed for various reasons. They went seeking solace, spiritual connection and growth. Due to the power of these spaces, they ended up discovering more—ultimately, they found their god, literally and metaphorically.
This heartfelt book is a homage to the experiences of such devotees arising out of these sacred lands. Vinay L Varanasi explores stories from eight revered kshetras, going beyond legend to include divine experiences from more recent times too. Bhaktas & Kshetras offers readers a deeper lens to experience the deity, the devotee and the sacred geography that binds them together.
Jatinder Mehra’s name is etched into the foundations of India’s steel industry. From his early days as an engineer at SAIL to his transformational leadership at Essar Steel, Mehra has been at the forefront of India’s industrial evolution. His journey is one of vision, perseverance, and an unrelenting drive to push boundaries.
In Steel Man: The Jatinder Mehra Legacy, bestselling author and storytelling expert Alison Norrington brings to life the story of a man who navigated economic upheavals, technological revolutions, and global market shifts—all while staying true to his principles. Through rare insights and personal anecdotes, this book captures not only the milestones of Mehra’s career but also the wisdom and resilience that have made him a mentor and leader to generations.
From one of India’s most popular authors comes a book that will stay with you forever: Did You Ever Love Me?
Dear Reader,
I hope this book reminds you of everything you deserve: unadulterated love, care and kindness. May you read this when your heart feels heavy and finish it feeling lighter. May my words hold you gently on days when nothing feels right.
You love with your whole heart. You care too much, even about the wrong people and that’s exactly why this book has found you. It’s here to teach you how to let go of the people who never understood your heart. It’s here to remind you that your worth isn’t determined by someone’s inability to respect your feelings.
Reading this book will feel like a homecoming.
Love,
Rithvik Singh
