Winner of Wattpad India Awards 2020 (Judge's Choice) in the New Adult category. ~*~ "The lights are cheeky, you can't live without them, and yet if you get too close, they'll blind you. Darkness? Well it doesn't cheat. It's cool and soothing. It's reliable." ~*~ Madhulika Thakur thought it would be a good break from work when she agreed to visit the countryside. After all, someone needed to sort out the property her family owned there, and real estate was her forte. What she didn't expect was to be engulfed by a landslide of issues just waiting to be addressed. She must navigate her way through the mess of a fragile social fabric, complex caste equations and the sheer helplessness of the people she never knew worked for her; all the while trying to regain the trust of a long-abandoned old friend. For the first time in her life, she must choose between what she wants and what is right. ~.~ Cover by @chaashnee

[Blurb] Meera has been rendered cynical after her high school boyfriend dumps her right after their board exams end. She decides to make the next phase of her life full of thrill and excitement and vows not to get too tethered to anything, more specifically, to anyone. Angad has had women worship him unflinchingly. He has the looks, the money, the popularity, you name it. But when Meera refuses to acknowledge their brief encounter at a party one night, he cannot get her out of his head. Two stubborn souls who willfully ignore the undeniable sparks that fly when they interact. Read ahead to find out whether they have a happily ever after or if they manage to sabotage their chance at happiness. [Features] • Featured in the Top Ten in India list at Number 1 on 27/10/24, 25/10/24; Number 6 on 17/04/25 • Featured in the @AmbassadorsIN reading list '18 Romance Stories We're Obsessed With' • Featured in the @TeenFiction reading list 'Friend/Foe to Love' • Featured in the @RomanceINDIA reading lists 'Ishq Vishq Pyaar Vyaar | Young Romances' and 'Teri Meri Prem Kahani | Cliche Love Stories' • Featured in the @StoriesUndiscovered reading list 'Plain Janes? Not These Ladies...' • Featured in the @WattpadRomanceIN reading list 'Teri Meri Kahani' • Featured in the @WattClichés reading list 'Beating Hearts' [Highest Rankings] #9 under the tag 'Love' #1 under the tag 'Wattpad India' #1 under the tag 'Delhi' #1 under the tag 'Goa'

4 young hearts embark on a journey to self discovery, healing, redemption and love. Soumya and Dhara Awasthy don't have much choice in the matter when their grandparents open their home to the Rawat family. Falling in love with the rich, suave men who could complicate their simple lives wasn't on their radar, but the thing about love is that it knocks on your door rather unexpectedly. Two estranged brothers, Rudra and Akash Rawat, decide to accompany their grandparents on their pilgrimage to Palampur. When they set out on this over 400KM journey, their itinerary included taking care of their grandparents and not throttling each other. However, that soon changes when falling for their hosts' granddaughters is added to the list much to their unwillingness. When real life demands Rudra and Akash's attention, the couples have a crucial decision to make- Should they act on their feelings or write them off as a holiday fling? **Warning- This is a slow burn read**

An Arranged Setup that Sparkled into a Love Story of Its Own. »»---♡---«« 'His nose is crooked!' 'I think he has some gray hair!' 'He looks too mature for his age!' 'Nah! He is seven years older than you!' 'One of his eyes seems smaller!' 'Don't you think he is smiling too much in this photo?' 'God! I wonder how, even after looking at hundreds of biodatas every day, none could catch my parents' attention. With every biodata they see, they manage to point out some flaw or another.' »»---♡---«« An Indian Arranged Marriage Story. Modern-day marriages are no cakewalk, and arranged marriages are certainly not. Set against an Indian backdrop, "Love Unrushed!" explores not only the complexities of an arranged marriage but also the pursuit of individual happiness within the confines of societal norms. If you are up for a simple and subtle blooming love story, ponder-worthy thoughts with social stigmas and taboos effortlessly slipped in here and there, and some real, relatable characters, then this story is definitely for you. You will find a part of Riya and Aditya hidden within you as they navigate their arranged marriage, unveiling the hidden layers of their personal and professional insecurities. There will be no unrealistic villains or overdramatic plots, but this story will undoubtedly highlight the true version of how marriages are arranged in India. Thus, this book tends toward a realistic portrayal with a touch of fiction. Please be kind. This book is under editing and the chapters with (•) are recently edited. Rest are in progress.

[Blurb] Siddharth Kashyap is roped into attending a destination wedding by his mother and he expects nothing but annoying relatives and boredom. That is until he meets the spunky Chetna Haldar, sister of the bride and an outcast much like himself. He is enamoured by her spirit and amused by her antics. Chetna Haldar can't wait for her sister's wedding to be done with. It is basically a tailor-made torture session from hell. For the brief moments she can get away from her family, she finds respite with Siddharth who actually listens to her for a change. What will happen to this strange bond when it is time to part ways? Is it a happy ending for our Black Sheep or are they saying goodbyes forever? (This is a spin-off of 'The Great Indian College Romance'. You do not need to read that before diving into this one. Works just as well as a standalone. Minor spoilers only.) [Features] Featured in the @Wattpad official account's reading list 'Reading Radar' Featured in the @WattpadExplorer reading list 'Reading Radar' Featured in the top ten in India list at Number 7 on 27/11/24 and 26/11/24 [Highest Rankings] #7 under the tag 'Bands' #45 under the tag 'Music' #1 under the tag 'Delhi' #1 under the tag 'Jaipur' #1 under the tag 'Goa'

"In the ledger of life, love is a liability that never balances the books." Madhav Mittal, a business tycoon desperate to save his legacy from his two disinterested sons, proposes a high-stakes Merger Of Interests. He offers Sana Kaushal immense power and financial backing if she marries his elder son, Rishabh Mittal. Driven by her family's debts and a striking betrayal by a business rival, Sana signs the prenups and agrees to the deal. The marriage is strictly business for her, but a four-times-rejected dream come true for him. They say money can't buy happiness, but Sana knows poverty can buy nothing but pain. She believes that to be vulnerable is to be a weakling in this world of grey stones. To Rishabh, love is the only thing worth living for. However, every seemingly perfect contract has a hidden clause. The fragile peace is shattered when a 12-year-old girl arrives at the Mittal doorstep. She is their ward; a variable forgotten during the clinical contract negotiations. Where he sees love; she sees a breach of contract and a dangerous vulnerability. As her heart begins to yield, Sana must face her greatest fear: that some debts can't be paid in cash, and a profit margin can't manage hearts.