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Joseph's Box by Suhayl Saadi, published 13 July 2009
Recently-bereaved Zuleikha MacBeth (Zulie) wades into the Clyde one morning and recovers a large box, with which she becomes obsessed. The discovery of the box brings her together with Alex, a lute-playing clerk, and they manage to open the box - only to find six further boxes inside which they can only open once they have followed cryptic clues. The clues lead Zulie and Alex on an emotional journey to the 'Roof of the World'. read more

Try Me by Farah Damji, published 6July 2009
Even before her autobiography 'Try Me' is published, Farah Damji has started an online war against a publisher for pretending to be the publisher of her book. Deceit is something Damji knows only too well. Her life has been like a rollercoaster ride of adrenaline, alcohol, drugs and high court writs, so this book could prove to be this Summer's best-seller. read more

Masala Wedding by Sonny Singh Kalar, Out Now
Kam Gill is to marry his beautiful bride Kiran, the girl of everyone's dreams and a quintessential goddess. However, his nefarious, murky past threatens to catch up with him and expose his darkest secrets. It seems no matter which way he turns, the knives are being sharpened. Will he make it out of the Wedding alive, let alone marry his bride? A tense, knife edged thriller that will keep you guessing. read more

Hanif's 'A Case of Exploding Mangoes' wins Commonwealth Best First Book Prize
Mohammed Hanif's 'A Case of Exploding Mangoes', an edgy and provocative novel has won the Commonwealth Writers' 'Best First Book Prize' 2009, while Pakistan has its first ever winner in the debut fiction category. The overall winners of the 2009 Commonwealth Writers' Prize were announced on Saturday 16 May 2009 in New Zealand. read more

Imagining India: Ideas for the New Century by Nandan Nilekani, out 30 April 2009
Indian software entrepreneur Nandan Nilekani has written the definitive book about modern India. He reveals why India's huge population has now become her greatest strength; how information technology is bringing the benefits of globalization; why rapid urbanization is transforming social and political life; and how we can learn from India's difficult journey towards a single internal market. read more

Daljit Nagra opens The National Poetry Competition 2009
Asian writer and poet Daljit Nagra is one of the judges for this year's National Poetry Competition which opened on April 16th 2009. The 32nd National Poetry Competition is Britain’s top single-poem competition and attracts entries from Nantwich to Nairobi. Top prize is £5,000 cash, publication in the leading poetry magazine Poetry Review and the chance to read the winning poem at the Ledbury Poetry Festival. read more

India's Global Powerhouses by Nirmalya Kumar, Published 1 March 2009
When the Indian auto manufacturer Tata Motors bought the iconic Jaguar and Land Rover brands complementing the Nano, its own innovative $2,500 car it opened up a new chapter in India's economic story. In the coming years, such Indian multinationals as Bharat Forge, Hindalco, Infosys, Mahindra, and Suzlon will increasingly be making acquisitions and building their brands in Western markets. read more

Jhumpa Lahiri wins Commonwealth Writer's Prize 2009 (Europe & South Asia)
The 2009 Commonwealth Writers' Prize Best Book Award, Europe and South Asia region was awarded to 'Unaccustomed Earth' by Jhumpa Lahiri. The Best First Book Award was awarded to 'A Case of Exploding Mangoes' by Mohammed Hanif, the first regional winner from Pakistan in the history of the Prize. Each author wins £1,000 and goes into the next stage of the competition to choose the overall Commonwealth Best Book and Best First Book winner, who receive £10,000 and £5,000 respectively. read more

In the Master's Presence: The Sikhs of Hazoor Sahib
Anyone who has met Nidar Singh Nihang, the author of the new book 'In the Master's Presence: The Sikhs of Hazoor Sahib', could be forgiven for thinking that this rugged Sikh warrior has just sauntered out of a military camp in 18th-century Punjab. Nihang's epic tale explores the hidden history of the shrine of Hazoor Sahib, the final resting place of the tenth Sikh Guru, Guru Gobind Singh. read more

'THE WHITE TIGER' WINS THE 2008 MAN BOOKER PRIZE FOR FICTION
Indian author Aravind Adiga was named the winner of the £50,000 Man Booker Prize for Fiction 2008 for his novel 'The White Tiger'. The thirty-three year old novelist was presented the prize at an awards ceremony at Guildhall, London. Adiga becomes the fourth debut novelist, to win the award in the forty year history of the prize. read more

EDITOR'S HOT PICKS: BOOKS THAT WOULD MAKE GREAT FILMS
I was recently asked to list books, by South Asian Authors, which I thought would make great films. In typical fashion, this request has now become the subject of the latest article on 'Editor's Hot Picks'. I present you this list of 'Books that would make Great Films' as my personal favourites only. I have not chosen every great book that I have enjoyed, merely the ones that I believe can translate in cinematic success. read more

A CASE OF EXPLODING MANGOES BY MOHAMMED HANIF, 5 JUNE 2008
There is an ancient saying that when lovers fall out, a plane goes down. "A Case of Exploding Mangoes" is the story of one such plane. Why did a Hercules C130, the world's sturdiest plane, carrying Pakistan's military dictator General Zia ul Haq, go down on 17 August, 1988? Was it because of: mechanical failure; human error; the CIA's impatience; the mango season Or could it be your narrator, Ali Shigri? read more

UNACCUSTOMED EARTH BY JHUMPA LAHIRI, OUT 2 JUNE 2008
Beginning in America, and spilling back over generations to India, "Unaccustomed Earth" follows new lives forged in the wake of loss. These are stories in which deeply sympathetic characters reach pivotal moments in their frayed relationships and are forced to navigate their way in unfamiliar landscapes. In the title story, the death of a mother leaves a space neither daughter nor husband knows how to fill. read more

RUSHDIE'S 'MIDNIGHT'S CHILDREN' VOTED BEST OF BOOKERS
Two decades after death threats forced him into hiding, India-born writer Sir Salman Rushdie was Thursday crowned with the prestigious Best of Bookers award for his novel "Midnight's Children". Rushdie won the backing of nearly 3,000 of 7,800 readers from across the world who voted online and by text messages for a shortlist of six novels for the special 40th anniversary award. read more

MAKING A FORTUNE: LEARNING FROM THE ASIAN PHENOMENON
For two decades, entrepreneurs have been eulogised in the popular press. At a time when real heroes are hard to find, it is the entrepreneur who has become the hero of free enterprise. With immigration a hot topic of conversation, in 'Making a Fortune: Learning from the Asian Phenomenon' Dr Spinder Dhaliwal lays out the contribution of Asians in the UK in terms of wealth creation and employment. read more

BOLLYWOOD CRAFTS FOR CHILDREN, OUT NOW
The glitzy, vibrant and alluring style of Bollywood is captured here with 20 eye-catching, easy-to-make projects inspired by 10 classic Bollywood films from the 1961 'Mughal E Azam' to 2003 film 'Koi Mil Gaya'. Simple step-by-step instructions and photographs show how to create fabulous accessories and lavish home furnishings, painted candles and trinket boxes. read more

REDHOTCURRY.COM GUIDE TO THE BEST JEWELLERY BOOKS
Overview of the some of the hottest books on diamonds, gems, precious stones and the jewellery of Asia including 'Jewelry of South East Asia' by Ann Richter, 'Treasury of the World: Jewelled Arts of India in the Age of the Mughals' by Manuel Keene, 'Christie's Guide to Jewellery' by Sarah Hue Williams and 'Great Diamonds of India' by Monisha Bhardwaj. read more

REDHOTCURRY.COM GUIDE TO THE BEST MEHNDI BOOKS
A comprehensive review of some of the most useful and practical Mehndi books available, ideal for novices and advanced artists alike. This review features: 'The Art of Mehndi' by Sumita Batra, 'Mehndi - The Timeless Art of Henna Painting' by Loretta Roome, 'Mehndi - Body Painting Kit' by Zaynab Mira, 'Henna Body Art' by Mark Smith, 'Mehndi' by Carine Fabius and 'Henna Body Painting' Sabine Kuhne. read more

BOLLYWOOD BOOKS
Read our overview of some of the hottest Bollywood Books, ranging from the Encyclopaedia of Indian Cinema by Ashish Rajadhyaksha, Bollyood - The Indian Cinema Story by Nasreen Munni Kabir, Bollywood Cinema by Vijay Mishra, Bollywood Pocket Essentials by Ashok Banker to Bollywood Boy by Justine Hardy and Balham to Bollywood by Chris England. read more