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As soon as Binya saw the beautiful blue silk umbrella, she wanted it. She wanted it so badly that she was willing to give her lucky leopard's claw pendant in exchange. No one in the village had such a fine umbrella, and everywhere Binya went the umbrella went, too. Gradually it faded to a pale blue and was patched in several places, but there were still many who envied Binya her treasured possession. And the most envious of them all was old Ram Bharosa, the shopkeeper who decided that by some means he must own the blue umbrella.

Great speeches have influenced people, swayed the outcome of historical events, motivated people to wage wars and urged people to fight injustice and to even lay down their lives. Words, in other words, can comfort people during a tragedy, can move soldiers and partisans to risk life and limb, raise levels of patriotism and even change the course of history. Oratory is thus the art of influencing people, and those who master this skill command an almost godlike power. Hear more about the art of influencing people in this quick listen.

Gopi, I can't believe a year has passed since I met you. You have brought me so much happiness!' In this second book in the bestselling Gopi Diaries series, Gopi is stronger, bigger, more confident than the little pup he was in the first book, but he is also cheekier and more mischievous! He faces new situations, new challenges, even new dog companions with endless energy and spirit. And then comes the day when he faces the biggest surprise of them all.

Poor orphan girl Cinderella longs to go to the grand royal ball, but her cruel stepmother and stepsisters won't allow it. Can her fairy godmother help make her dreams come true? A magical retelling of the classic tale, read by Tamsin Greig.

Can a lion and a mouse ever be friends? This story, narrated brilliantly by Karthik Kumar, will show you a mighty lion realizing that even the littlest of friends are worth having.

Dreaming of an adventure in the car and actually following through with it are two totally different things. I always dreamed of how much fun a car ride could be, until one day, Shanaya joined me for one and changed everything. Does a crazy car ride excite you? Grab the story now and feel the heat!

"The Fox and the Stork" fable from the forever classic Aesop’s Fables is written in lucid language. Curious kids will venture into the enchanting world of the fox and the stork. Through this fable, children will learn the importance of good behavior.

It's a crazy day for Shanaya and work seems to be never-ending. Looking for a break, Shanaya bumps into Sameer at an unexpected moment. They have known each other for a while and their mutual attraction can be sensed from quite a distance. With Shanaya's love for crazy adventures, what follows is a hot and steamy session of sex in the most unexpected place. More than words, the bodies speak.

The Gopi Diaries is a series of three books for children about a dog called Gopi. Told in Gopi's voice, the first book, Coming Home, begins with Gopi going to his new home, and tells the story of how he settles down with his loving, human family. How Gopi sees the world around him and what he thinks of the people in his life give the story a truly unique flavour. Written in Sudha Murty's inimitable style, these are books children and adults will treasure as the simple stories talk of basic values even when told from a dog's perspective.

Tigers for Dinner: Tall Tales By Jim Corbett's Khansama is a fun-filled book for children and adults alike. It is a collection of short stories about the adventures of Jim Corbett, narrated by his family cook, Mehmoud, to the author when he was a child. Narrated in a simple style, all the tales told by the cook are as delicious as his food and take the listener on a nostalgic journey.

"The Psychology of Money" by Morgan Housel is a thought-provoking exploration of the complex relationship between human psychology and financial decision-making. Housel, a seasoned financial journalist, presents a captivating narrative that delves into the diverse stories and mindsets that shape our approach to money.

Beautiful Rapunzel has been imprisoned by an evil enchantress. Every day, she sits at the window of her high tower, and sings as she lets down her long hair. Then one day, a prince comes riding by.... A magical retelling of the classic fairy tale, read by Tamsin Greig.

This is a Hindi summary of the book, “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People”, written by author Stephen R. Covey. As you make your way through this summary, uncover a transformative guide to personal and professional success, using Covey's timeless principles.

Dhruv has been working hard to get investors for his dream venture to save it from collapsing. Shanaya is by his side through thick and thin and stands as a strong pillar of support. Little does the boss know that she has had a crush on him for years, ever since college to be precise.

I don't usually steal other girls' boyfriends. I don’t need to. A look is all it takes, and guys fall over themselves to get to me. Then I saw Abhimanyu hugging his dweeb girlfriend, but looking at me with a smile on his lips. I could see he was just waiting for a girl who could appreciate his soft heart and hard muscles. Reena thought she could call the shots; but she didn't realize that I always get what I want. And I wanted him.

This is a Hindi summary of the book, “Ikigai”, co-written by authors Hector Garcia and Francesc Miralles. As you listen to this review, you can discover ancient Japanese secrets to leading a long and fulfilling life.

Before he passed away in December 2009, Jim Rohn had influenced more than 5 million people in all corners of the world. He was counted as a mentor by thousands including the likes of Tony Robbins, Les Brown, Harvey Mackay, Mark Victor Hansen and others.

Where there is Krishna, there is mirth, music and mischief and plenty of adventure too! Krishna shows that he is no ordinary child through his encounters with Kaliya the deadly serpent, Indra the rain-god and, eventually, the evil king Kamsa!

Today obesity has become a chronic disease and a cause of concern for many to stay healthy. Not only does obesity affect our health but it also affects the way we look. The only way to lose weight is to burn more calories than the amount of food intake. To achieve this one can either control the calorie intake levels or increase the body activity count so as to burn more calories.

Part manifesto for mastery, part playbook for genius-grade productivity and part companion for a life lived beautifully, the 5 am club is a work that will transform your life. Forever.