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USA TODAY BESTSELLER The Vanderpump Rules breakout star and provocateur brings her signature sharp wit to the page with this collection of humorous and brutally honest essays exploring her rocky road to fame, sobriety, and beyond. What does “Give them Lala” mean? It means giving the truest...

The Ashtavakra Gita is one of Ramana Maharshi’s most recommended scriptures. In this scripture, the path of self-realization is clearly laid forth in the clearest and most eloquent dialogue. Peace to all.

At Biohacking Bestie, we explore a new paradigm for women based on expansion, freedom, and audacity to live life in our fullest expression. We’re here to learn how to optimize our biology, our minds and our spirits not only to live a full f*ck yes life, but to raise the vibration of our communities, and the world at large. (because starvation diets, obsessing about what to eat and then feeling guilty for not getting it all perfect is exactly what keeps women small). We cover a range of topics that are relevant to women's health, including hormonal balance, healthy practices, and anti-aging....

Vijay's unsuspecting wife, Yashodhara, is caught off guard when, tired of the rigours of city life, he actually rents land and starts dairy farming! As if Yash didn't have enough going on already, what with her high-octane job, three children and multiple careers. As Vijay dives deeper into his quirky hobby, the family is plucked out of their comfortable life in the steel-and-chrome high-rises of Gurgaon and thrown headfirst into a startlingly unfamiliar world - complete with cows and crops, multiple dogs and eccentric farmhands, a shrewd landlady and the occasional rogue snake.

Viruses are the world's most abundant life form, and now, when humanity is in the midst of a close encounter with their immense power, perhaps the most feared. But do we understand viruses? Possibly the most enigmatic of living things, they are sometimes not considered a life form at all...

The first definitive natural history of the Indian subcontinent. Did you know that the exquisite caves of Ellora were hewn from rock formed in the greatest lava floods the world has known—eruptions so enormous that they may well have obliterated dinosaurs? Or that Bengaluru owes its unique...

In 1611, 34-year-old Nur Jahan, daughter of a Persian noble and widow of a subversive official, became the 20th and favorite wife of Emperor Jahangir, who ruled the vast Mughal Empire. Nur's confident assertion of talent and power is revelatory; it far exceeded the authority of her female contemporaries in Renaissance Europe, including Elizabeth I. Here, she finally receives her due in a deeply researched and evocative biography that awakens us to a fascinating history.

Tiger Slayer showcases the gifts of historian Ruby Lal to uncover the vibrant and diverse culture of Mughal India and tell the compelling story of a daring, brilliant woman who achieved unequaled power and fame.

Willkommen in Lala`s Märchenwelt! 🌟✨ Tauche ein in eine zauberhafte Welt voller Geschichten und Abenteuer! Auf unserem Kanal findest du liebevoll erzählte Kindergeschichten, klassische Märchen und aufregende neue Erzählungen, die kleine und große Zuhörer gleichermaßen verzaubern. Egal, ob du nach einer spannenden Gutenachtgeschichte, einem märchenhaften Abenteuer oder einfach nach einem Moment der Magie suchst – hier bist du genau richtig. Unsere Geschichten sind sorgfältig ausgewählt und kindgerecht erzählt, um Fantasie und Kreativität zu fördern.

The bond between two best friends is put to the test when one of them gets pregnant in this “powerful and timely” (award-winning author Angela Johnson) contemporary young adult novel for fans of Angie Thomas and Elizabeth Acevedo. Erykah was looking forward to junior year at East Prep High...

Situated in the early decades of the magnificent Mughal Empire, this first ever biography of Princess Gulbadan offers an enthralling portrait of a charismatic adventurer and unique pictures of the multicultural society in which she lived. Following a migratory childhood that spanned Kabul and north India, Gulbadan spent her middle years in a walled harem established by her nephew Akbar to showcase his authority as the Great Emperor.

Treasures of Lakshmi is the culmination of the much-loved goddess series, brilliantly curated and edited by Namita Gokhale and Malashri Lal. This trilogy, which began with In Search of Sita and continued with Finding Radha, examines the mystical realms of Hindu thought and practice, celebrating the essence of the sacred feminine.

The legend of the exquisitely beautiful Shakuntala and the mighty king Dushyanta is a thrilling love story from the epic Mahabharata, which the great ancient poet Kalidasa retold in his immortal play Abhijnanashakuntalam (The Recognition of Shakuntala). English and Sanskrit verses intermingle to recreate Kalidasa’s greatest play.

Welcome to Lala’s Bedtime Tales Podcast! A podcast that offers you all female-friendly, Inclusive, and sex-positive erotic and sex stories! Bi-weekly, Lala, the host of Lala’s Bedtime Tales, will tell you a sexy and salacious tale that explores sexual pleasure and sexual experiences across many book genres. If you’re a romance and erotica fanatic like our host or new to the world of sexual liberation and empowerment, then don’t forget to like and subscribe so you don’t miss an episode. For Sexual Wellness & Education, Love & Sex Advice, & More Erotic Stories, Check out: ...

LaLa Speaks – The Movement is a mission-driven podcast created in loving memory of Jacqueline “LaLa” Rhone. This space offers comfort and truth through honest, awakening conversations centered on grief, healing, advocacy, and turning pain into passion. Rooted in lived experience and community care, LaLa Speaks exists to lift voices, amplify awareness, lead with love, and advocate for lives. Each episode invites listeners into reflection, understanding, and meaningful connection, reminding us that silence can be deadly, and awareness truly saves lives.

Delhi in the '90s. And this time, it's going to be Gudia's summer. So what if she's the quintessential awkward middle child? So what if it seems like everything - from the hair sprouting on her legs to teachers making her life miserable - is conspiring against her? She's taking matters into her own hands, and there's no way that she's going to fail. After all, there are three things Gudia is obsessed with - basketball, the boy with the American accent...and winning.

30 Women in Power carries the inimitable voices of Indian women who have been pioneers and led large organizations - in banking, law, the media, advertising, government services, health care, consulting, the fast-moving consumer goods sector and the not-for-profit space. In these narratives - told up close and personal - 30 of India's greatest women achievers speak of the guiding principles that have held them in good stead; the role models who have anchored them; the childhood influences that have shaped their values; and more.

Survive or Sink is a wake-up call in these environmentally troubled times, in tackling issues that threaten India and the planet. The book underscores the role that citizens, industry, civil society, media and the government need to play in collaboration with each other to address poor sanitation, water and pollution, thus improving human well-being and health and thereby also reducing the impact of climate change.

Two Black women. One plot twist too many. Two Girls and a Plot Twist is a weekly pop culture podcast where two Black women nerds break down the movies, TV shows, anime, horror, and internet moments that have us gagged, confused, or personally offended. We love a good story—but we hate bad writing. Each episode, we unpack questionable plot twists, creative choices that didn’t quite land, and moments that make you ask: Was that genius… or just lazy? Through sharp takes, cultural context, and plenty of side commentary, we dig into what’s working, what’s not, and why it matters. Expect ...

There are those who never grow old because they are taken too soon. There are those who grow old without worries, enjoying everything life has to offer. There are those who desperately try to slow down the ticking clock. And then there's Betty. Betty, who mysteriously stops growing old on her thirtieth birthday - the same age as her mother when she died. The years leave no trace on Betty's face, but as everyone around her is transformed by the relentless march of time, her once golden life begins to come apart.