Ramayana is an epic deeply rooted in Indian culture and religion,while Ikebana is an art of flower arrangement with its foundation inJapanese culture and Buddhist philosophy.In this book, key scenes of Ramayana are portrayed through Ikebana.The result is an innovative fusion of Indian and Japanese heritage."The scenes from the revered Indian mythology, 'Ramayana' have beenexquisitely depicted through the traditional Japanese art of Ikebana. A...

Meet Cookie, a curious, loving guinea pig! One sunny morning, he spots a strange hole in the fence of his backyard. He steps through and enters a vibrant new world—the woods, full of trees and bustling animals—with an action-packed adventure awaiting him! But disaster strikes when his house is no longer in sight! Will he be able to find his way back home?Follow Cookie, a beloved family pet, as he goes through an exhilarating experience in the hot Arizona forest in Cookie and th...

Your step-by-step guide to financial independence — from the creator of the #1 investing education podcast, Friends That InvestEver wondered how the stock market works, but felt too intimidated to ask? Then this is the book for you! In this straightforward, inclusive guide to investing, globally recognised expert Simran Kaur teaches the essential principles you can apply to any market, anywhere in the world. In Friends That Invest, you’re invited ...

**A National Bestseller“I love this book… It is rich in wisdom, religious and personal, and it is absolutely charming.” —Anne Lamott, author of Dusk, Night, Dawn and Help, Thanks, WowAn inspiring approach to a happier, more fulfilling life through Sikh teachings on love and service.**As a boy growing up in South Texas, Simran Jeet Singh and his brothers confronted racism daily: at school, in their neighborhood, playing sports, and later in college ...

Award-winning journalist Simran Sethi explores the history and cultural importance of our most beloved tastes, paying homage to the ingredients that give us daily pleasure, while providing a thoughtful wake-up call to the homogenization that is threatening the diversity of our food supply.Food is one of the greatest pleasures of human life. Our response to sweet, salty, bitter, or sour is deeply personal, combining our individual biological characteristics, personal preferences, an...

The true story of Fauja Singh, who broke world records to become the first one hundred-year-old to run a marathon, shares valuable lessons on the source of his grit, determination to overcome obstacles, and commitment to positive representation of the Sikh community.Every step forward is a victory.Fauja Singh was born determined. He was also born with legs that wouldn't allow him to play cricket with his friends or carry him to school miles from hi...

Controlling the wind, smelling fear, farting colours... The people of Walsham can do it all! The WHOLE TOWN has been granted powers by a mysterious treasure, except for Sara. Shecan't even levitate a squirrel! But the school football trophy (and her best friend's lucky charm) has been stolen, and powers or no powers, it's up to her to find it and catch the criminal. And who knows - maybe Sara will discover her super skills in the process... (She certainly hopes she will!). A laugh-out-loud...

Stories are alive--and they shape our personal and collective identities, for better and worseDiscover how the stories we tell--and the ones we inherit--hold extraordinary power to heal, harm, and reshape our reality.In Everything Is a Story, award-winning Indigenous author Kaitlin B. Curtice reveals how narratives function like living seeds, taking root in our consciousness and growing from acorns into mature oak trees that define who we are. This...

A new picture book from Simran Jeet Singh, A Vaisakhi to Remember celebrates community and heritage as a young girl looks for points of connection in a new country through the joyous Sikh spring harvest holiday of Vaisakhi.In our village, the best day of all was Vaisakhi, the spring harvest festival . . .When a Sikh family moves from their village in India to a faraway city on the other side of the world, a girl yearns for her grandmother'...

This book analyzes Japan's evolving strategic role in the Indo-Pacific region amidst intensifying geopolitical rivalries and alliance shifts. The study covers Japan's diplomatic recalibrations, economic statecraft, and maritime strategy in response to China's expansionist behavior. It explores Japan's deepening partnerships with Quad nations and democratic allies for regional stability and also includes:Critical examination of Japan's evolving strategic role in the Indo-Pacif...

Welcome to the joyous world of Mina and best friends Reema and Mobeen. Bursting with friendship, family and fun adventures – and perfect for reluctant readers!Ramadan has arrived, and Mina, Mobeen and Reema are determined to start it with their BIGGEST good deed yet: baking for a charity campaign! Add a sprinkle of chaos, a few scoops of disaster and a drizzle of mischief, and the trio’s bake is … questionable. (But it’s the thought that counts, right?)A fe...

The inspiring true story of Fauja Singh, the oldest person to ever run a marathon.Fauja did not listen and Fauja did not stop.He knew it was time for him to take a step in a new direction...When Fauja Singh was born in a village in Punjab, his legs were so weak that no one thought he would walk. But Fauja was determined - and he amazed the world with what he could do. At 81, Fauja entered his first race. Then he went on to break records all ...