Snehlata Prize 2026

Episode Summary: In this episode recorded at The English Book Depot, family, colleagues, and friends gather to celebrate the life and legacy of Smt. Snehlata. The conversation covers the power of reading, teacher training, the announcement of the Snehlata Prize 2026, and plans to continue Snehlata’s work through monthly reading sessions and the Good School Alliance. Mrs Brinda Ghosh is announced as the 2026 Snehlata Prize recipient for her 47-year contribution to education and teacher development.

BOOKS OF THE WEEK

Six of Crows: A Darker Shore: Letters from

Ketterdam: an instant No. 1 New York Times bestseller by Leigh Bardugo

ABOUT THE BOOK

From No. 1 New York Times bestselling author Leigh Bardugo comes a new Grishaverse short story: a mystery told through found documents and set after the events of Crooked Kingdom. Explore the Grishaverse like never before with new illustrations by E.K. Belsher, original music composed by E. Aaron Wilson, and in-world collectible items such as a frameable cloth pirate flag, a sticker, and four souvenir playing cards, in a beautiful deluxe hardback.

In the years since the violent upheaval caused by the auction of Kuwei Yul-Bo, the merchants of Ketterdam have been under attack. Secret businesses exposed. Ships sunk. Slavers hunted as they once hunted their victims. All the work of a mysterious sea captain and her ship, the Wraith.

Now, two investigators meet to uncover the truth behind the latest disaster: a massacre on an island off the shores of Ketterdam. Among the evidence collected is private correspondence between notorious crime boss Kaz Brekker and an anonymous sailor aboard the Wraith known only as "I".

Follow along with the lead investigator as he tries to piece together how such a disaster transpired, and explore the Grishaverse like never before with new illustrations by E.K. Belsher and in-world collectible items.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

LEIGH BARDUGO is the No. 1 New York Times-bestselling author of The Familiar and the Ninth House series, and the creator of the Grishaverse, which spans the Shadow and Bone trilogy (now a Netflix series), the Six of Crows duology, the King of Scars duology- and much more. Her short fiction has appeared in multiple anthologies, including The Best American Science Fiction and Fantasy. She lives in Los Angeles and is an associate fellow of Pauli Murray College at Yale Universit

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Books, deep thinking, reflection, and relationship-building

Brewing Knowledge: A conversation between Sneha and Aftab Seth, focusing on his latest book, “Indonesia,” and another titled “A Diplomat’s Garden.” Aftab Seth shared reflections from his extensive diplomatic career, detailing his experiences in Egypt, Germany, Pakistan, Greece, Vietnam, and Japan. 

Aftab emphasised the importance of understanding diverse cultures, learning languages, and building relationships through personal engagement. He also discussed the value of reading, advocating books as essential tools for deep thinking, reflection, and relationship-building, rather than relying solely on digital tools like AI. He highlighted the role of books in preserving memories, sharing knowledge, and fostering meaningful connections. The session concluded with gratitude for the opportunity to share his insights and experiences.

Aftab shared his latest book, “Indonesia,” and his previous book, “The Diplomat’s Garden”. The discussion was focused on how these books connect through the theme of the value of reading. 

Aftab shared reflections from his diplomatic career and discussed his latest book, describing his experiences serving in multiple countries, including Egypt, Germany, Pakistan, Greece, Vietnam, and Japan. He emphasised the importance of reading books rather than relying solely on digital tools like ChatGPT, explaining that books allow for deeper reflection and help build meaningful relationships that cannot be formed through AI.

Sneha asked about the role of reading in developing thoughtful citizens, to which Aftab responded that reading should have a central place in young people’s lives, recommending handwritten notes and limited use of digital devices to enhance learning and cognitive development.