“An absolute joy to read.
Through her close encounters with the bovine kind, Narayan shows how Indian traditions are incorporated into her contemporary way of life.”—Library Journal, starred review.
“Sincere and laugh-out-loud funny . . .
Narayan’s rich and evocative writing transports readers to the busy streets of Bangalore and a fully formed picture of modern India.”—Kirkus Reviews
“Filled with the vivid colors, sights, and sounds
of a vibrant and ancient culture, Narayan’s in-depth treatment of cow mythology is a beautiful ode to her motherland.”—Booklist
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Reviews and Articles
Plugging a book
Like most everyone, I am in two minds about "marketing" my book. On the one hand, I get that it is necessary and the done thing. On the other, I get that it is a [...]
NPR's Tumblr account
I listen to NPR even from here in Bangalore. Really happy to get this news. And interesting to see the names of the people who "liked" this post. Hi Shoba, Your book is featured on [...]
It’s only two days since pub-date and here is the "publicity update" I got.
Algonquin is amazing. Jacqueline Burke, Brooke Czuka, Amy Gash....thank you thank you thank you. Jacquelynn Burke Publicity Manager, Algonquin and Algonquin Young Readers Publicity update for The Milk Lady of Bangalore by Shoba Narayan (on sale January [...]
Thank you Newsday for the inclusion
Three books...and mine is one of them. Thank you Newsday for the inclusion. Link here and pasted below James Patterson on the Aaron Hernandez story, a mystery from Germany, a memoir of India "Babylon Berlin" [...]
Cool excerpt in Lit Hub
Normally, publications excerpt the first pages of the book. That is when the writing is brisk, and draws the readers. Or at least, that's the assumption. Lit Hub, which I love (along with Maria Popova's [...]
Lit Hub Daily– thank you for the feature.
So nice to be on the same page as Edward Said, whose work I love, love love. -------- Forwarded message ----------From: Jacquelynn Burke Date: Tue, Jan 23, 2018 at 10:15 PMSubject: FW: Lit Hub Daily: January 23, [...]
Win an Udderly Unexpected Read
---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Amy Gash Date: Wed, Jan 24, 2018 at 12:53 AM Subject: Re: Fw: Win an udderly unexpected read To: Michelle Tessler , Shoba Narayan ALSO FORGOT TO SAY: Happy Publication Day, [...]
Barnes & Noble Discover Books
On 1/23/18 6:15 PM, Amy Gash wrote: Hi Shoba. Scroll down to see the inclusion of The Milk Lady of Bangalore in the Barnes & Noble Discover Books announcements. You're in good company! Amy https://www.barnesandnoble.com/blog/announcing-discover-great-new-writers-spring-2018-selections/ [...]
"Charming debut memoir…."
Anjali Enjeti is a board member of the National Book Critics Circle and a bonafide rock star in the creative writing and teaching world, as you see in her bio here. So thank you very much, [...]
Loud Library Lady review
n this charming true story about two women and the animal they share, readers are treated to an insider’s of view of India. The Milk Lady of Bangalore is also a window into our universal connection to food and its sources, the intricacies of female friendship, and our relationship to all animals.
New York Journal of Books review
Narayan imparts well-researched, intriguing, and sometimes humorous facts about the complex role of cows in Indian culture
Thanks for this fantastic review!
There’s plenty of heart and soul in this book as Narayan takes readers on a unique tour of her Indian neighborhood, where there’s never a dull moment.
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Testimonials
An absolute joy to read!
Through her close encounters with the bovine kind, Narayan shows how Indian traditions are incorporated into her contemporary way of life.”
A delight
“Anyone with the slightest interest in India or cows will find Narayan’s memoir, with its myriad insights, a delight.”
A Unique View
When a personal memoir like this one comes along, and it eschews high drama for gentle humor, dives deep into socio-cultural history, and presents slices of contemporary life as constant sources of everyday wonder, it’s a refreshing welcome . . . Narayan’s integrity of intention shines through so clearly and beautifully that it’s all too easy to take this journey with her.”