Books to Look out for July!

To All the book lovers out there, a new month is here and we have more new books to read. There is no such thing as “too many books”. Here are the top 5 books we are looking forward to. You can get a copy of these books in our retail store Sapna book house. Sapna book house has a wide collection of over 5, 50,000 books. You can check it out.

Love Murder by Saul Black — Crime Thriller 

It is spine-chilling serial-killer thriller featuring homicide detective Valerie Hart from the author of the critically-acclaimed THE KILLING LESSONS.  It moves at a cracking pace and as the crimes unfold they seem to hit very close to home for Valerie Hart our heroine.  As Valerie races against time to catch the masked killer the author ratchets up the tension. There are a number of twists as the novel races to an exciting conclusion. Love Murder is everything you want from a crime thriller. 

Don't Close Your Eyes by Holly Seddon — Psychological Suspense

A gripping novel of psychological suspense centered on two sisters whose lives have taken them apart, and the shocking family secrets that bind them together. This is a complex story about families and the relationships within. Love, hate, jealousy, abuse-it's all here. Adults making decisions that forever change the lives. The novel is told across two timelines when Robin and Sarah are both younger and living with their parents in the late eighties and early nineties and in the present day. "Don't Close Your Eyes" is a highly addictive compulsive “I don’t want to put this down “book that has so many Twists that you genuinely will not see coming.

The Body in the Clouds by Ashley Hay — Contemporary Fiction 

The Body in the Clouds tells the story of one extraordinary moment - a man falling from the sky, and surviving - and of three men who see it, in different ways and different times, as they stand on the same piece of land. It is full of rich imagery which captures the mood of the place and the time.  This skillfully written tale weaves back and forth between characters, revealing a hint of the connection of humanity through the ages.

The Last Magician by Lisa Maxwell

The Last Magician – one of my most anticipated releases for 2017. Magic, time travel, and historical fiction all rolled into one book. In one word it’s epic. The story jumps around a bit in the beginning to different time periods to set the stage. We start off in New York at the turn of the twentieth century. From the amazing characters to the action, the magic, the world building, the descriptions, and just about everything else in The Last Magician is tremendously well portrayed. This twisty tale of alchemy and magic in Gilded Age New York will keep you guessing until the very last page.

The Lying Game by Ruth Ware

Four teenage girls forge a powerful friendship at boarding school. They spend virtually every spare moment together. The girls play a game in which the goal is lying successfully. When their idyllic life is suddenly shattered by tragedy, they must go their separate ways. Seventeen years later, the girls are together again and it feels like they've never been apart. Soon, though, the past lies come back to haunt the present. The story keeps you spellbound as it unfolds- there's never a dull moment. The entire novel is so fast paced you don't feel cheated at all.

Why is Reading the Most Popular in Bangalore?

 “To acquire the habit of reading is to construct for yourself a refuge from almost all the miseries of life.” — W. Somerset Maugham

Reading is an acquired habit. We start young and almost immediately we assume books to be the learning object. As we grow, we find out it is much more than that. Reading is not necessarily an academically related activity. It serves many different purposes and sometimes a fun one too. Gone are the days where book worms and book nerds were considered the introverts of the society. They are also the most regular people and Bangalore has embraced them in a more welcoming way compared to others.

We all know Bangalore for its lively night life, with the young and vibrant spending their evenings in a club, dancing to loud music. But now parties have a new trend, ever heard of Bring Your Own Book (BYOB) Party? Yes, a meetup club in Bangalore invites people for interesting conversations about any book that everyone would love and see what others are reading.

Also, a recent trend of emerging book cafes suggests that Bangalorian’s prefer a coffee break with a book by their side to take their mind off stress. Nevertheless, a book is a perfect companion and a pleasure to escaping reality and getting immersed in a different world

Although digitally enormous variety of content is available at any time of day, and the material is available in a number of formats and through a range of digitally connected devices an Internet and Technology Research Centre, surveys have proved that when people reach for a book, it is much more likely to be a traditional print book than a digital product. This trend has remained unchanged from the year 2012.

Read a book because it’s basically one of the most enjoyable things you could ever do. And has absolutely no limits to the places one can travel. Sapna Book House has a wide collection of over 5, 50,000 books. You can get lost in the mini book world in here. Pick a book and make it your favorite today at Sapna book house.

Do Your Part to Save the Environment

Do Your Part to Save the Environment

Every day we marvel at the fact that the world is changing and developing so fast that we are hardly able to keep up with it. We are so involved in this evolution process, we forgot all about the beginning. The Earth has lost all its natural beauty because we just used them and moved on. Now we need them more than ever. As we rose out of nature, we acquired some defects like pollution (all kinds like water, air, noise and more) and global warming tops the list. Here are the top 4 ways you can be a part in saving the environment. Do the deed today

1. Plant a tree

Global warming has become a threat to all mankind. It is one of the primary concerns in the civilized world. The concrete jungle has taken over all the natural forestation and now we are suffering from the ultimate climate change.Trees perform three major climate functions: They absorb carbon, which they pull from the atmosphere, creating a cooling effect; their dark green leaves absorb light from the sun, heating Earth's surface. To undo the damage we inflicted on this earth, let’s begin by planting a tree per house. If your house cannot facilitate a tree, try terrace garden. Every effort counts. 

2. Saving water

Water is the source of life. Considering that every single person on the planet needs water to survive, it seems strange that many of us would have no problem leaving the tap water running. Everything on Earth requires water to sustain itself. But abusing water means that we are lessening its ability to provide us with this basic necessity. Here are some of the basic things we can do save water;

• ·         Rainwater harvesting (making use of the natural resources while it lasts),
• ·         Take efforts in maintaining the quality of water
• ·         Turn off the taps when not require
• ·         Repair the leaking faucets 

3. Recycle

Recycling begins at home. It is one of the best ways for you to have a positive impact on the world in which we live. When we recycle, used materials are converted into new products, reducing the need to consume natural resources. It helps conserve important raw materials and protects natural habitats for the future. Here are few simple things you can recycle;

• ·         Newspaper
• ·         Plastic bottles
• ·         Clothes
• ·         Tires

4. Save Electricity

Electricity plays such vital role in our life these days, without which we feel dormant and lifeless. Conserving electricity serves the double purpose of helping stop global warming and saving a lot of money over time.  Even our small attempts to save electricity will be helpful. At home, we should be very careful regarding the electric appliances used by us. Here are the ways you can save electricity;

• ·         Embrace natural light
• ·         Change your bulbs (CFL & LED)
• ·         Unplug when not in use
• ·         Switch off when walking out

Sapna book house strongly believes in saving our environment. They have taken the initiative of abandoning plastic bags for good. They strongly recommend recycling and going green. Here is wishing you a Happy world environment day.

Watch out for these top 5 Books Releasing in June:

To All the book lovers out there, a new month is here and we have more new books to read. There is no such thing as “too many books”. Here are the top 5 books we are looking forward to.

You can get a copy of these books in our retail store Sapna book house. Sapna book house has a wide collection of over 5, 50,000 books. You can check it out.

Here are the top 5 books we are looking forward to reading this June:

Dragon Teeth by Michael Crichton

The author of the famous “Jurassic Park” is back and he welcomes you back to the world of paleontology. It is a thrilling adventure set in the Wild West during the golden age of fossil hunting. Michael Crichton is taking us back to 1876 United States on a fossil hunt amidst the war between the Native American tribes and the United States. The book takes us on an adventure that keeps us on at the edge of our seats. It is a thrilling read.

Sita – Warrior of Mithila by Amish Tripathi

After the wonderful Shiva Trilogy, Amish Tripathi is here with his next story “The Ramachandra Series”. The second book tells the tale of Sita –the warrior princess. He weaves his fantasy along the typical story of Ramayana. The author always had a flare to immerse us into the book world and he doesn’t fail now. He takes us on a journey and we will never see Goddess Sita in the same eyes again. She truly is a warrior princess.

The Marsh King’s Daughter by Karen Dionne 

The author is all set to throw us into the world of suspense and she narrates a story that chills our bones. We enter the world of Helene, whose life may look normal but we know it’s anything but. She is in hiding from her very own father. We will know her tale as we step into her world. The tale is written in her point of view and we are able to feel every emotion she emotes.  By the end of the book, Karen Dionne makes us want to go through this all over again.

                     

 He Said She Said by Erin Kelly 

Erin Kelly is all set to lose us in the world of a psychological thriller. “He said she said” is an enthralling, preoccupying and twisted, must read thriller revolving around Laura, Kit, Beth, and Jamie. The world changes for them in 1999, while chasing the eclipse. It delves into the interpersonal relationships and the weights of lies and shocking acts of violence. The story has the potential to get under our skin and makes us stay in the sense of shock towards the end of the book.

The Lost Letter by Jillian Cantor

The writer gives us a historical, heart-warming love story inspired by real resistance workers during World War II Austria, and the mysterious love letter that connects generations of Jewish families. The tale is set in two time periods and author blends the story well between the years it feels flawless. Jillian captivates us from the beginning. The characters feel very lively and make us emote along with them in several places. It is a perfect book to read and ponder about.

Top 5 Books that will make you Love your School Days!

School days... The golden days of our lives. Growing up we all think our school days are the most difficult period and we couldn’t wait to get over with them. But looking back those were the glorious years of our lives. We were just building the base for our future years and didn’t get lost in the race of life. When the going gets tough we think, “What wouldn’t we give up to go back there”? Lucky for us the world of books allows us to glimpse into those wonderful days we spent.

Sapna book house has over 5,50,000 books in their retail store. You can get lost in the mini book world in here. We have picked out the top 5 books that will make you love your school days. Check it out.

1   To Kill a Mockingbird – Harper Lee

The most unforgettable novel from our school days. A timeless classic set in the sleepy Alabama town of Maycomb during the period of great depression (1929-1939). It teaches various important lessons in a subtle tone. Atticus Finch one of the main protagonists takes a courageous stand against racism and decides to fight a battle for a wrongly convicted person. Scout, Jem, and Dill provide a comic relief in rather busy and scary circumstances. It often reminds the good old days we once spent on summer vacations and school days

1   Harry Potter Series – J.K. Rowling

We boarded the Hogwarts Express along with Harry Potter and his friends in 1997 and reached our destination only in 2007. J.K. Rowling managed to keep us hooked for 10 years (not including the movie world). The magical school world of Harry made our school days extra special. It is a total package from our favorite teacher to the least favorite and the friends we make for life and the way our dreams shape up into reality. Our school life is simply “mischief managed”

1The Adventures of Tom Sawyer – Mark Twain

Tom Sawyer and his friend Huckleberry Finn, precocious twelve-year-old children out in the world for adventure. This book is a great American classic. The boys are adventurers, dreamers, tricksters in simple they sum up the phase of “Boyhood”. The trouble makers keep us laughing and guessing what their antics will lead to. This book reminds people of the hay days often.

1The Great Gatsby – F. Scott Fitzgerald

A great classic from the jazz age, a perfect look into the 1920’s in America. The Great Gatsby showcases his world through his rose tinted glasses but behind those glasses he goes through every emotion a normal human being does. He is a dreamer and he is relatable to every teen who looks forward to a life with no struggle and only celebrations. The novel eventually shatters the tinted glass and sees right through deception.

1 Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte

The story is set in the Victorian era and it is a perfect thriller. It has probably one of the most unimaginable twists and turns. The novel though set in the 19^th century it has some progressive thoughts for the age. The tale has a balance of love, suspense, thriller and laughter perfectly balanced. The title character Jane Eyre, despite going through so much in life still shows perseverance and the will to move forward. It is a classic read.

Read them and get the glimpse of the world we once lived in. Pass it on to the younger generation to let them see the world they live, through a different glass.

Top 10 Back to School Themes to Look Out For

Stepping into the new academic year may be a nervous event but buying the back to school supplies makes it all go away. Growing up, buying supplies for the school year is one of our favourite activity. Co-ordinating our school bags with our lunch boxes, pencil boxes and water bottles is a different kind of fun altogether.  First step into new class, we are already off to show off our new digs. Those are the golden days.

Sapna book house has a wide collection of Music, Movies, Multimedia, Stationery, Toys, Gifts, Cards, Sports products, Baby products and Magazine's. They right now have various themed “Back to School” products in their retail stores.

Here are the top 10 back to school themes to look out for this year.

1.     Minions

Ever since the movie despicable me released in 2010, the minions have been in rage. They are the cute mini yellow adorable things with a funny speech. They make a pretty water cooler right!

2.     Dora the explorer

This educational show has captivated the young audience and have been a huge hit since 2005. She looks cool with her backpack on and goes about in an adventure every day. She is an inspiration among children. You can also inspire your wards with the dora backpack

3.     Mickey Mouse

Who doesn’t love Mickey mouse and his friends. They have been a part of our life since the beginning.  The Disney mascot looks way cute in our school bag don’t you think.

 4.     Spider-Man

The Marvel superhero is huge among the little boys. They love to think they have the “spidey” sense when wearing their sooper cool school supplies.

5.     Frozen

The Frozen sisters Elsa and Anna have ruled every little girl heart and they never seem to be able to “let them go”. Get them frozen themed supplies, then they will never be able to let them go as well.

6.     Disney Princess

It starts with Cinderella and our fascination never ends. There is a princess inside all of us and the Disney princesses help us bring it out in the early age. Your little girl feels like a princess when carrying the princess themed school supplies

7.     Barbie

Growing up every little girl had that one special Barbie and she will always be their favourite. Barbie is a genuine phase in a girl’s life.  A Barbie lunch box will be a motivating factor to finish their lunch on time.

8.     Disney Cars

Talking cars enough said. Every little boy dream is to have talking cars and to speed away in them. A cars pencil box will keep them zooming all day long.

 

9.     Hello kitty

Cute cats with pink bows are too cute to be ignored. Hello kitty is a precious little cat everyone doesn’t mind carrying around.  It applies to the hello kitty water coolers as well.

10.     Chota Bheem

The superhero who favours ladoo is everyone’s favourite intelligent problem solver. He is smart, friendly and gives wonderful moral messages. Everyone feels like “bheem” himself when they carry Bheem backpack.

Some Indian Comic Collections that will never leave our heart

Long before we entered the Marvel and DC centric universes we had our own comic world. We used to wait for the post man to deliver our monthly subscription or we walked our mile to the local library and had our fill with the creative world. Summer vacation is incomplete without them. This was before the technology overtook the world. These characters used to and still does bring joy to our heart.

Sapna Book House has over 5,50,000 books displayed in their stores; It is one of the largest book mall. You can find all your favourite comics here.

Here are the top 5 Indian Comics that will never leave our heart

1.     Suppandi

Suppandi graced our lives in 1983 and have till date made us laugh every single time. It is a tale of loyal servant whose stupidity always costs him his job. No employer is safe with suppandi as their servant.

2.     Shikari Shambu

He may be a Hunter by name but he is lazy, cowardly and is petrified of Animals. He tries to act brave and always ends up in trouble. His funny antics makes him the hero by the end of the day.

3.     Amar Chitra Katha

One of the largest selling Indian comic series dedicated to teaching Indian children about our cultural heritage. Anant pai the famous Indian author/creator started the series. He made history interesting and colourful to learn. The series covers fables, mythology and Indian classics. It’s simply the whole package!

4.     Shaktimaan

This fictional Indian superhero ruled the hearts of the 90’s kids. He gained his supernatural powers through yog sadhana and meditation. He also followed a strict moral and ethical code that included non-violence. He is simply our Superman who pledged to save the world from corruption and greed. What’s not to love.

5.     Tantri the Mantri

Tantri the Mantri of the fictional town Hujli, is a crooked man who wants to be the King. His plans to dethrone the king always backfires on him in the most comical way and ends up making him the most loyal mantri King Hooja ever had. This crooked mantri is not successful in stealing the crown till date. We hope it continues forever.

10 Back to School products you must not miss!

It’s the summer holidays across the country. It’s time to throw away the books and blow off some steam after a taxing academic year. Family reunions, summer retreats, movies and shopping trips would be filling your summer itinerary. But everything’s got to end someday. Come the month of June, your kids would probably be back at school for yet another taxing academic year. Nothing motivates a kid like being equipped with the right goodies. 

Let’s get yourself prepared for the ‘Back to school’ season with our list of ‘Back to school’ products you should not miss out on.

1.Backpacks

Every academic year is a new start and every new academic year would mean new backpacks to fit the new books. Throw away the worn and torn backpack and settle down with a new one of your taste. Make this academic year an adventure with Dora and Ben10 backpacks.

2.Stationery

A promotion at school is a little different from your promotion at work. Pens replace pens, Scales replace a Protractor, Erasers replace whiteners, Pencil Boxes replace Geometry sets. It’s time to equip your kids with the right stationery to tackle his ever changing and challenging syllabus.  

3.Notebooks

Everybody needs a notebook, irrespective of the class, age, and grades. Get your kid the right notebooks they need to help keep them motivated to do their homework

4.Labels

Name Labels are cool, Labels are trendy and Labels are everything. It is not enough to write their names on the first sheet of the notebooks/books. Their pride lies in the labels that boast their name. Make sure you get the right ones. Listen to them, they know better.

5.Book Wraps

A book left uncovered is a book left ignored and less work for a label. Get those brown sheets on and give the book an uniform so your kid doesn’t feel odd by himself.

6.LunchBags

Lunch bags are a style statement now. Your kid’s mentality and sense of school fashion evolve as he grows. Get him a lunch bag he can boast around or the one he feels less embarrassed to carry with.

7.Lunch Box 

Being a good cook yourself, wouldn’t it be wrong to pack that delicious lunch (you made from him) in a lunch box that takes the looks out of it. No parent would like to see the junior bring back his lunch untouched. Get him a good lunch box that can keep his food hot and yummy all the way.

8.Waterbottles

Water bottles are yet another fashion statement at school. No kid likes to take out that re-usable plastic water bottle from a branded water company. It may not have been a big deal back then, but it sure is now.

9.Stationery Box

Your kid is not going to use a plastic pen/pencil box every year. It’s yet another fashion statement. The flip boxes, the transparent purse types , the one modelled like a train or shop , one with a sharpener attached – phew! You did not have any idea that these existed, did you?

10. Other Accessories

Glitter pens, Glue sticks, Plastic scissors, Paper Clips , A4 sheets(for projects) are some of those miscellaneous assets your kid would want to have ready for those hideous project assignments and fun chart works. Getting them at the last moment just adds more pressure in bringing out their creativity.

So what are you waiting for , we just listed our Top 10 back to school products, All you have to do is shop for them. Oh Yes! Do take bring your child along.