Anju Gattani Author

Books That Bridge Cultures and Break Barriers

  • Home
  • Blog
  • Bio
  • Books
    • DYNASTIES
    • ONCE AND FOR ALL
    • Book 3
  • Press & Praise
  • Appearances
  • Workshops
  • Contact Anju
  • Home
  • Blog
  • Bio
  • Books
    • DYNASTIES
    • ONCE AND FOR ALL
    • Book 3
  • Press & Praise
  • Appearances
  • Workshops
  • Contact Anju

DYNASTIES Cover Reveal Party!

https://youtu.be/zJhpdIIq-Hs

Story Hour with Kathy Ramsperger

https://youtu.be/ivE5bFMhT30

Launchpad Interview

https://youtu.be/Mq8-0UWVKg0
  • Diversity in Story,  Food For Thought

    Rush for ROTI !!

    Anju Gattani / March 14, 2019

    Anju Gattani blogs on Nandita Goldbole's book, Roti

    read more
  • The Power of Story

    Letting Go…

    Anju Gattani / November 15, 2018

    Meet Sylvia, our 2002 Honda Accord. You’re probably thinking, what’s so special about a 15+ year-old vehicle? And I wouldn’t beg to differ. I mean look at her. The paint’s wearing off her…

    read more
  • One Amazing Thing, Before We Visit The Goddess, Oleander Girl, Chitra Divakaruni, Fiction, Author, Books, Multicultural, Indian, American-Indian
    Diversity in Story,  The Power of Story

    Another Amazing Thing! – pt II

    Anju Gattani / October 6, 2018

    Anju Gattani blogs about Chitra Divakaruni's books

    read more
  • Diversity in Story,  The Power of Story

    Book Fest Fiesta!

    Anju Gattani / September 11, 2018

    What do you love about literary festivals? Books? Fanfare? Vendors? Author talks? Meeting authors? Perhaps you enjoy chewing away on that gyro as you browse through a collection that local bookstores have on…

    read more

Newsletter signup

Subscribe to Anju's Newsletter!

Please wait...

Thank you for signing up & sharing the spread of the FIRE!

DYNASTIES & ONCE AND FOR ALL

Anju Gattani, Dynasties, Winds of Fire Series, NIEA Finalist, National Indie Excellence Award,

DYNASTIES nominated for GA Author Of The Year Award

Anju Gattani, 2023 Georgia Author Of The Year, Dynasties, Winds of Fire Series, Indian, Asian, Fiction

DYNASTIES & ONCE AND FOR ALL

Dynasties, Anju Gattani, Winds of Fire Series, Indian, Fiction, Author, International Pulpwood Queen and Timber Guys, Book Club Selection

Buy DYNASTIES

Amazon B'Noble Walmart Kobo B-A-M

DYNASTIES ranked on the Amazon Bestsellers List!

Anju Gattani, Amazon, Dynasties, Winds of Fire, Women's Fiction, Downton Abbey, saga, family drama, India, Asian, series
Anju Gattani, Amazon, Dynasties, Winds of Fire, Women's Fiction, Downton Abbey, saga, family drama, India, Asian, series

Follow Anju on Bookbub!

https://www.bookbub.com/profile/anju-gattani

STORY MANTRA: with International Bestselling Author, ALKA JOSHI

https://youtu.be/YTy4BZ7xu3I

Categories

  • The Power of Story
  • Diversity in Story
  • Favorite Books
  • Food For Thought
  • TV & Movie Mania

Recent Posts

  • Lisa See’s Circle
  • Launch of Winds of Fire Series and DYNASTIES!
  • The Secret Keeper of Jaipur
  • The Woman In The White Kimono
  • Father’s Day…

Quotable Quotes!

quotes Anju likes


Goodreads Quotes
  • Georgia State University, GA, USA
  • Atlanta Writers Club, Spring Workshop, Georgia State Univ, Dunwoody Campus, 2016
  • Atlanta Writers Club, Georgia State Univ, Dunwoody Campus, 2016
  • Decatur Book Festival, 2012
  • Atlanta Writers Club, Georgia State Univ, Dunwoody Campus
  • Southbury Public Library, CT, USA
  • Atlanta Writers Club, Georgia State Univ, Dunwoody Campus
  • Milton Literary Festival 2016, GA, USA
  • Milton Literary Festival 2016, GA, USA
  • Pitch Workshop, Moonlight & Magnolia 2016 Conference

Instagram

anju_gattani27
Instagram post 18041835598949460 Instagram post 18041835598949460
Instagram post 17886327252109250 Instagram post 17886327252109250
#narcissist #narcissisticabuse #abuserecovery #hea #narcissist #narcissisticabuse #abuserecovery #healingfromnarcissisticabuse #psychologicalabuse #emotionalabuse #narcissisticabusesurvivor #psychopaths #abuseisabuse #domesticviolenceawareness #domesticviolencesurvivor #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth
So thrilled to sign copies of #dynasties & #oncean So thrilled to sign copies of #dynasties & #onceandforall #windsoffire #series @poeandcompanybookstorellc !! BUY YOUR COPIES & SUPPORT INDIE BOOKSTORES! πŸ–‹ πŸ”₯ ❀️ πŸ–‹ πŸ“š πŸ–‹ πŸ”₯ πŸ“– πŸ“• πŸ–‹ πŸ“š #womensfiction #bookstagram #readersofinstagram #booksbooksbooks #books #bookish #reading #bookworm #romancebooks #fiction #booksofinstagram #booklover #amreading #matureheroine #midlifefiction #bookloversofinstagram #book #readingcommunity #reader #paranormalcozy #bookbuzz #bookaddict #authorsofinstagram #netgalley #bookstagrammer #indiebookstores
Thanks @veena.dhandhia for #wordsofencouragement t Thanks @veena.dhandhia for #wordsofencouragement to live each day! Repost from @veena.dhandhia β€’ HOW CAN WE MAKE HAPPINESS A HABIT? 1. Every morning, writing 5 things that you are grateful for in your life. 2. Indulging in at at least 1 act of kindness everyday. 3. Regularly engaging in hobbies that bring joy. 4. Recalling one positive experience from the last 24 hours. 5. Indulging in regular self-care practice. By making these habits a part of our routine, we can train our minds to focus on the good in life, and elevate our Happiness Quotient! πŸ™‚ Which one of the above resonates with you the most? I would love to know πŸ™‚ #happiness #motivationalspeaker #selfcare #dailyhabits #gratitude #veenadhandhia #positivity #selfempowwrment #selfhealing #selfimprovement #selfawareness #selfconfidence
Instagram post 18057273028706938 Instagram post 18057273028706938
Happy 2nd Birthday @poeandcompanybookstorellc 🎊 Happy 2nd Birthday @poeandcompanybookstorellc 🎊🌈🎊!! Wish you many many more birthdays ! Get your signed author copies of #dynasties #onceandforalll #windsoffireseries at this fab fab store!! πŸ“• ❀️ πŸ–Š ✍️ πŸ“² πŸ“• ❀️ πŸ–Š #indianbookstagram #fictionbooks #indiannovels #indianauthors #literature #bookclubreads #bookclubsofinstagram #authorlifestyle #authorslife #bookshelf #bookaholics #diversebooks #diversereads #buildyourlibrary #independentbookstore #supportindieauthors #indiebookstore #milton
Instagram post 18037185659011625 Instagram post 18037185659011625
Instagram post 17908643292002919 Instagram post 17908643292002919
#onceandforall #windsoffireseries #dynasties #wind #onceandforall #windsoffireseries #dynasties #windsoffire #anjugattani
Instagram post 18271882009242401 Instagram post 18271882009242401
Thanks to #internationalbookawards for selecting # Thanks to #internationalbookawards for selecting #onceandforall #windsoffireseries as a #internationalbookawardsfinalist πŸ‘Š πŸ“š πŸ‘Š πŸ“š πŸ‘Š πŸ“š πŸ‘Š πŸ“š πŸ‘Š πŸ“š πŸ“š#womensupportingwomen #stopviolence #shelfiesunday #shelfie #interviewprep #readmorebooks #fictionalcharacters #fictionreads #amazonbestsellers #authorslife #authorsofinstagram #womensfictionwritersassociation #bookshelfgoals #womensfiction #womenempowerment #readmorebooks #coffeeandbooks #penandink
#dynasties #onceandforall #windsoffire #windsoffir #dynasties #onceandforall #windsoffire #windsoffireseries #anjugattani #booklover #booklovers #bookclub #bookaddiction #bookworm #womenempowerment #survivors #domesticviolenceawareness #domesticviolence #authorlife #narcissisticabusesurvivor #narcissticabuseawareness #abusesurvivor #abuseawareness
#onceandforall #windsoffireseries BOOK 2, #finalis #onceandforall #windsoffireseries BOOK 2, #finalist #nationalindieexcellenceawards !!! β€œDownton Abbey-like saga but set in India!”—BooksByWomen. org πŸ–‹ πŸ”₯ ❀️ πŸ–‹ πŸ“šOnce And For All (Winds of Fire) https://a.co/d/hPWHYJM. πŸ–‹ πŸ”₯ ❀️ πŸ–‹ πŸ“š #multicultural #writersofinstagram #writerscommunity #bookworm #amwritingfiction #womensfiction #womensissues #storytime #desi #multiculturalism #culture #storytimethreads #writing #book #read #readingnook #amwriting #bookseries #bookclubofinstagram #domesticviolenceawareness #mentalhealthawareness
Repost from @carolvandenhende β€’ 🌺 BOOK GIVEAW Repost from @carolvandenhende β€’ 🌺 BOOK GIVEAWAY! 🌺 June 8th is #WomensFictionDay. Celebrate with a giveaway from some award-winning authors and their fantastic novels! We think this is a perfect time to appreciate the readers who spend time in our worlds, and would love to give a lucky fan the chance to win books by all of these bestselling authors! For a chance to win… ✨ Follow: @carolvandenhende @d.liebhart.the.writer lynnegolodner @anju_gattani27 ✨ Like and save this post ✨ Tag a friend in the comments (each comment is an entry, multiple entries allowed) ✨ Bonus: share the giveaway in your Story and tag me The winner will receive: πŸ“šsigned copy of Always Orchid by @carolvandenhende πŸ“šsigned copy of House on Fire by @d.liebhart.the.writer πŸ“šWoman of Valor ebook by lynnegolodner πŸ“šOnce and For All ebook by @anju_gattani27 Giveaway open to US residents only. 🌍 Ends on June 8 at 11:59 pm EST. Winner will be contacted for fulfillment from this account. Reminder: Anyone contacting you about this giveaway that is not @anju_gattani27 is spam. Not affiliated with Meta. Good luck! πŸ€ #bookcompetition #bookgiveaways #bookevents #bookaddict #bookobsessed #womensfictionday #womenempowerment #internationalwomensday #womensupportingwomen #womeninspiringwomen #booksbooksbooks #booklover #booklove
Thanks to @yoursoulstoolbox for #wordsofencouragem Thanks to @yoursoulstoolbox for #wordsofencouragement #wordsofaffirmation #wordsofpower 🌺 🌼 🌷 🌹 🌺 🌼 🌷 #anjugattani #windsoffireseries #windsoffire #abuseawareness #abusesurvivor #domesticviolenceawareness #domesticviolence #narcissisticabusesurvivor #narcissiticabuserecovery #narcissisticandemotionalabuse #healingjourney #healingtrauma #empowerment #selfempowermentjourney #selfimprovement #selfdevelopment #soulful_moments #selflovejourney
🌺 EBOOK GIVEAWAY! 🌺 June 8th isΒ #WomensFic 🌺 EBOOK GIVEAWAY! 🌺 June 8th isΒ #WomensFictionDay.Β Celebrate with a giveaway from some award-winning authors and their fantastic novels! We think this is a perfect time to appreciate the readers who spend time in our worlds, and would love to give a lucky fan the chance to win ebooks by all of these bestselling authors! For a chance to win… ✨ Follow: @carolvandenhende @d.liebhart.the.writer lynnegolodner @anju_gattani27 ✨ Like and save this post ✨ Tag a friend in the comments (each comment is an entry, multiple entries allowed) ✨ Bonus: share the giveaway in your Story and tag me The winner will receive: πŸ“šAlways Orchid byΒ @carolvandenhende πŸ“šHouse on Fire byΒ @d.liebhart.the.writer πŸ“šWoman of Valor byΒ lynnegolodner πŸ“šOnce and For All byΒ @anju_gattani27 Giveaway open to US residents only. 🌍 Ends on June 8 at 11:59 pm EST. Winner will be contacted for fulfillment from this account. Reminder: Anyone contacting you about this giveaway that is not @carolvandenhende is spam. Not affiliated with Meta. Good luck!
Thanks to @canvasrebel for featuring #Dynasties #w Thanks to @canvasrebel for featuring #Dynasties #windsoffireseries !! Read full article here: https://canvasrebel.com/meet-anju-gattani/ πŸ‘Š πŸ“š πŸ‘Š πŸ“š πŸ‘Š πŸ“š πŸ‘Š πŸ“š πŸ‘Š https://canvasrebel.com/meet-anju-gattani/ πŸ‘Š πŸ“š πŸ‘Š πŸ“š πŸ‘Š πŸ“š πŸ‘Š πŸ“š #writersofinstagram #authorsofinstagramπŸ“š #creative #fiction #womenwritingfiction #bookstagram #diversity #multicultural #writersofinstagram #writerscommunity #series #bookworm #amwritingfiction #womensfiction #womensissues #storytime #indian #desi #multiculturalism #culture #storytimethreads #writing #book #narcissism #abuseawareness
@thealkajoshi πŸ’–πŸ’– Such an experience to final @thealkajoshi πŸ’–πŸ’– Such an experience to finally meet you in person and share the πŸ’– of #desi fiction!! ❀️ πŸ–‹ πŸ“š πŸ–‹. πŸ”₯ πŸ–‹ πŸ”₯ ❀️ πŸ–‹ #creative #fiction #womenwritingfiction #bookstagram #diversity #multicultural #writersofinstagram #writerscommunity #bookworm #amwritingfiction #womensfiction #womensissues #storytime #desi #multiculturalism #culture #storytimethreads #writing #book #read #readingnook #amwriting #bookseries #bookclubofinstagram
Thanks @yoursoulstoolbox for inner glimpses and se Thanks @yoursoulstoolbox for inner glimpses and search for path to healing and recovery… β€οΈβ€πŸ©Ή
#onceandforall #windsoffire #booklover #bookbox #d #onceandforall #windsoffire #booklover #bookbox #dynasties #bookrecommendations #bookclub
Thank you @yoursoulstoolbox for such heart warming Thank you @yoursoulstoolbox for such heart warming words !
#dynasties #onceandforall #windsoffire #bookstagra #dynasties #onceandforall #windsoffire #bookstagram #bookaddict #anjugattani #booksbooksbooks
Instagram post 18326720554139927 Instagram post 18326720554139927
Repost from @la_bibliotrek β€’ Are you planning a Repost from @la_bibliotrek β€’ Are you planning a trip to India in the future? If so, be sure to keep an eye out for some of my upcoming posts on books set in The Golden Triangle – a renowned travel route in Northern India that encompasses the cities New Delhi, Jaipur and Agra (home to the Taj Mahal). While researching books set in these cities, I stumbled upon the wonderful Winds of Fire series by Anju Gattani. Set in the fictional city of Raigun in Northern India, these books tell the story of a young woman, Sheetal, who is pressurised to give up the man she truly loves to enter into an arranged marriage with a wealthy businessman whose name and reputation will help maintain her family’s social status. As the narrative unfolds, we get to see the enduring consequences of Sheetal’s decision and the heavy burdens a traditional, patriarchal society imposes on her and everyone around her. Aside from its compelling plot, what I loved most about this series was the amazing descriptions of Indian cultural traditions. I was fascinated to learn about the intricacies of an arranged marriage, the conduct of an Indian wedding ceremony, and the observance of Hindu festivals such as Karva Chauth – subjects that were completely unfamiliar to me. The author also very skillfully tackles some complex and challenging themes such as domestic abuse, alcoholism, the effects of poverty, depression and trauma. As a result, I found the story deeply moving and thought-provoking. If you are looking for a real page-turner set in India that will also give you an insight into some Indian cultural traditions then I can highly recommend this series. It would also be the perfect companion for anyone planning a trip to the region! P.S. Have you ever had the opportunity to attend an Indian wedding? #india #indianwedding #windsoffire #anjugattani #dynasties #onceandforall #readtheworld Photo Credits: 1) Pramod Kumarva 2) @fine_art_production 3) @fine_art_production 4) @artawkrn 5) @qpid_event_photography
LOOK WHAT CAME IN THE MAIL! Unboxing the #bookbox LOOK WHAT CAME IN THE MAIL! Unboxing the #bookbox of #booklove #windsoffireseries #windsoffire #dynasties #onceandforall #anjugattani πŸ”₯ ❀️ πŸ–‹ πŸ“š πŸ–‹ πŸ”₯ πŸ“– πŸ“• πŸ–‹ πŸ“š πŸ–‹ πŸ”₯#bookstagrammers #bookstagram #books #booklover #booksbooksbooks #bookstagrammer #bookshelf #book #reading #bookworm #readersofinstagram #booksofinstagram #bookreview #bookcommunity #read #bookphotography #booktok #booklovers #bookaddict #bookobsessed #bookreviews #instabooks
Repost from @david_l_morgan β€’ No Sophomore Slump Repost from @david_l_morgan β€’ No Sophomore Slump Here and a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ #review . . Available Now . . I loved this thrilling, complex follow-up to Dynasties. The writing is gripping while it immerses the reader in the culture and traditions of Indian life. Sheetal is a wonderful character in an unbearable situation of a failing marriage to a powerful and respected man in a culture where women are essentially property of their husbands and are looked down upon and blamed when their marriages fail. Add to that Sheetal’s unflinching need to protect their eight-year-old son from the influence of her domineering in-laws and you’ve got a story that grabs a hold of you and doesn’t let go until the nail biting conclusion. I do think this can be read as a standalone novel but to really appreciate Sheetal’s journey I think it’s best to start with Dynasties. This one ends on a bit of a cliffhanger and that only made me really eager to read what happens next when the story continues. If you enjoy stories that shed light on different cultures and have relatable characters to root for, be sure to add this series to your TBR list. Thank you to @anju_gattani27 for gifting me a copy to read, review and enjoy. . . #bookstagram #bookstagrammer #bookstagrammers #booksofinstagram #bibliophile #bibliophiles #ilovereading #ilovebooksπŸ“š #windsoffireseries #onceandforallbook #anjugattani
We are rocking the boat on #amazon #amazonbestsell We are rocking the boat on #amazon #amazonbestseller #1 with book 2, #windsoffire #dynasties #series #onceandforall @adrianatrigiani @thepulpwoodqueen @kathylyonsauthor @jenkins_beverly @poeandcompanybookstorellc @johnscreekbooks @lisasee_writer @divakarunichitra WHAT WOULD YOU DO IF YOUR LIFE WAS A WEB OF LIES? πŸ“• ❀️ πŸ–Š ✍️ πŸ“² πŸ“• ❀️ πŸ–ŠOnce And For All (Winds of Fire) https://a.co/d/aOkcsWS. πŸ“• ❀️ πŸ–Š ✍️ πŸ“² πŸ“• ❀️#bookstagrammers #bookstagram #books #booklover #booksbooksbooks #bookstagrammer #bookshelf #book #booknerd #reading #bookblogger #bookworm #bookish #readersofinstagram #booksofinstagram #bookreview #bookstack #bookcommunity #read #bookphotography #booktok #booklovers #bookaddict
Guess what? We hit #amazonbestseller new release # Guess what? We hit #amazonbestseller new release #1 today!! For #asia drama & plays! πŸ”₯#onceandforall #windsoffire #dynasties ❀️ πŸ–‹ πŸ“š πŸ–‹ πŸ”₯ Once And For All (Winds of Fire) https://a.co/d/2LZmbOv πŸ“• πŸ–‹ πŸ“š πŸ–‹ πŸ”₯ πŸ“– #creative #fiction #womenwritingfiction #bookstagram #diversity #multicultural #writersofinstagram #writerscommunity #bookworm #amwritingfiction #womensfiction #womensissues #storytime #desi #multiculturalism #culture #storytimethreads #writing #book #read #readingnook #amwriting #bookseries #bookclubofinstagram
Happy Book Birthday to Book 2, Winds Of Fire Serie Happy Book Birthday to Book 2, Winds Of Fire Series !! πŸ–‹ πŸ”₯ONCE AND FOR ALL !! ❀️”DOWNTON ABBEY MEETS SLEEPING WITH THE ENEMY BUT SET IN INDIA!”—BooksByWomen.org πŸ–‹ πŸ“š πŸ–‹ πŸ”₯ πŸ“– πŸ“• πŸ–‹ πŸ“šOnce And For All (Winds of Fire) https://a.co/d/eB0Bryl πŸ–‹ πŸ”₯ ❀️ πŸ–‹ πŸ“š πŸ–‹ πŸ”₯ πŸ“– πŸ“• πŸ–‹#bookclubbooks πŸ“š#bookclubreads πŸ“š#books πŸ“• #fiction πŸ”₯ #fictionbooks #indiannovels #indianauthors #bookclubreads #bookclubsofinstagram #wahhindia #bookclubbish #booklover #bookish #bookworm #booknerd #igreads #between.bookends #onceandforall #anjugattani
Follow on Instagram

Facebook

Anju Gattani

3 weeks ago

Anju Gattani
Can you guess what’s this fab drink? An author’s taste of heaven… ... See MoreSee Less

Photo

View on Facebook
· Share

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linked In Share by Email

Anju Gattani

1 month ago

Anju Gattani

Photo

View on Facebook
· Share

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linked In Share by Email

Anju Gattani

2 months ago

Anju Gattani
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME! To celebrate my victory & release from hell... I'm releasing the paperback version of #onceandforall, Book 2, #windsoffire series! Hope you'll order your copies and share your reviews on Amazon, B'N and all social media! ... See MoreSee Less

Once And For All (Winds of Fire)

www.amazon.com

Once And For All (Winds of Fire)
View on Facebook
· Share

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linked In Share by Email

Anju Gattani

2 months ago

Anju Gattani
WHAT AN EXCITING EVENT! With Author Veena Rao Poe & Company Bookstore !! Milton,GA. Cindy Rasicot Today Sep 26: 7-9pm EST & Tomorrow Sep 27 7-9pm EST **Two author events in Atlanta!**🌸 Women’s Voices – Stories of Healing & Transformation 🌸Discover the extraordinary journeys of two inspiring women who broke barriers and reclaimed their destinies!πŸ“– Cindy Rasicot shares the heartwarming story of Bhikkhuni Dhammananda, the first woman fully ordained in Thai Theravada Buddhism, who defied tradition and led with compassion.πŸ“– Veena Rao, award-winning author of Purple Lotus, will share the powerful story of an Indian immigrant woman trapped in an abusive marriage who realizes self-love is a powerful force.πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘§ Don’t Miss Out on Two Special Events designed to uplift and empower women. @followersπŸ—“οΈ Two Chances to Attend:πŸ”Ή Poe & Company Bookstore, Milton, GA | Sept 26, 7-9 PMπŸ”Ή Johns Creek Books, | Sept 27, 7-9 PMReserve your spot here: forms.gle/LvjFvneF22gEL9NZ8#WomensVoices ... See MoreSee Less

Photo

View on Facebook
· Share

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linked In Share by Email

Anju Gattani

2 months ago

Anju Gattani
Thanks for being a top engager and making it on to my weekly engagement list! πŸŽ‰ WITH GRATITUDE AND LOVE!! πŸ’ Dimple Wassan, Puja Khater Dhariwal, Pam Becker Orren ... See MoreSee Less

Photo

View on Facebook
· Share

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linked In Share by Email

This website and all content on this site is the copyright of © Anju Gattani
Ashe Theme by WP Royal.
 

Loading Comments...