I am back and blogging again after a long time. 2024 was a great reading year for me as I decided to read less but mindfully. Reading has now become more than just entertainment to me; looking at words unfold and take the shape of ideas in your mind is terrific! I love to dive into a book when it is completely novel to my eyes and unfamiliar to my mind, when the words throw my brain into a puzzled frenzy, that is when I know it is a book to read. This year I tried having a variety while consuming literature. So, my plate consisted of some contemporary fiction, philosophy and theory and some classic works of notable writers. Some of the books left their impact on me and I am listing down here for you some of my favorites!! The Dharma Bums: Jack Kerouac Who thought I would be going Hitchhiking in the American mountains? This book took me on a beautiful ride. Jack Kerouac’s narration has speed and excitement, it is vibrant and full of fizz. The hippie lifestyle, the love for ev...