Janmashtami and Radhaashtami is a time to celebrate Krishna’s and Radharani's birth — but it can also be a moment of quiet reflection.Not just on the stories we grew up hearing, but on what they mean in our lives today.
At Readomania, we believe this season is more than festivities. It’s a reminder of timeless wisdom and the questions that still echo through generations. Stories have the power to connect the past with the present — to help us explore not just mythology, but the emotions, choices, and identities woven within it.
Join us in discovering narratives that look beyond tradition — stories that speak to the heart, stir the mind, and invite us to see Krishna’s world in a new light.
1.Being Radha by Tripti Sharan
We often hear Krishna’s story. But what about Radha? In this book, Tripti Sharan shows us a Radha who is not waiting for love — she chooses it.
Radha is not weak or silent. She is strong, thoughtful, and full of deep emotions. She represents longing, strength, and courage. Through her, we see that love is not always about giving in —sometimes, it’s about standing tall.
This book reminds us that Radha isn’t just part of Krishna’s story. She has her own voice, her own journey.
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2. Raasleela by Tripti Sharan
This book is about the famous dance between Krishna and Radha — but it’s more than that. It’s about how love and devotion can feel joyful, confusing, and even painful.
In Raasleela, Tripti Sharan blends old stories with modern thoughts. She talks about how love isn’t just sacred or pure — it can be full of questions and feelings we don’t always understand. It’s a book that asks: Can we love deeply and still be ourselves?
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Dr. Tripti Sharan is a renowned gynaecologist and Director of Obstetrics & Gynae at BLK MAX Hospital, New Delhi. A passionate writer, she blends her medical experience with literary flair in both prose and poetry. She is the author of acclaimed books like Chronicles of a Gynaecologist, Being Radha, and Devis & Divas, and has received awards for her poetry.
A regular columnist and speaker, she uses her voice to advocate for women and healthcare awareness. Writing, for her, is both a personal journey and a tool for change.
3. Listen Radhika by Madhav Kaushik
What would Krishna say to Radha today? That’s the idea behind this powerful poem by Madhav Kaushik.
In today’s world — where gender, identity, and justice matter so much — this book gives Krishna a voice that feels real and honest. He talks about women’s strength, unheard voices, and the pain of silence in history.
It’s more than poetry. It’s a reminder that devotion isn’t just about worship — it’s about understanding.
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Madhav Kaushik is a renowned Hindi poet, author of 42 books across genres, and currently serves as President of the National Sahitya Akademi. His works, included in university curricula, have been widely translated and researched. He has received numerous prestigious awards including the Subramania Bharati Award and Shiromani Sahityakar Samman. Kaushik has represented India at global literary events and serves on several national literary and cultural bodies.
4.From Kanha to Krishna by Pranab Mullick
Every age needs a Krishna. But before the flute, came the fight.
In Kanha to Krishna, Pranab Mullick invites us into a version of Krishna’s life where faith meets politics, and destiny is not gifted but built. Kanha navigates caste, conflict, and control in a world eerily like our own—torn between ambition and truth. It’s not just mythology—it’s a map of moral choices in the face of chaos.
On this day of divine birth, let’s celebrate not just the god we pray to—but the man who dared to rise. Let’s honour the courage that questioned power, and the silence that shaped strategy.Because before he became a saviour, he was a survivor.
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Pranab Kumar Mullick is a Supreme Court advocate and a gold medallist from both Shri Ram College of Commerce and Campus Law Centre, University of Delhi. A national CBSE topper and NTSE scholar, he has been involved in landmark litigations since 1990. He hails from a literary family, drawing inspiration from his grandfather Dr. Raghunath Mullick and father Kali Sankar Mullick. He writes short stories in both English and Bengali, published in reputed magazines like Nabakallol and Katha Sahitya.
Let’s remember Krishna — not just for his miracles, but for his journey. These stories are not just about the past. They are about today — and about us. So light the lamps, sing the songs — and open a book.
Celebrate Radha and Krishna.
Celebrate love, strength, and the questions that help us grow.
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