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About Me

Hi there!

Welcome to Shanaya Tales, my bookish corner of the internet. I’m thrilled to have you here, and especially glad that you decided to come find out more about me!

Hello, I am Shantala, Book-Nerd in Chief at Shanaya Tales, this book blog of mine, where I talk about books, my reading life & share new reviews & recommendations every single week, in addition to engaging in random bookish banter on here (and on Instagram).

In a past life, equipped with an MBA in Finance, I used to work as an Equity Research Analyst.

But these days I spend my time juggling my full time job in Digital Marketing with blogging about books and food (different blog), being a wife to the best husband in the world, and mom to my son, who I’m convinced is the human version of the energizer bunny. Oh and not to forget, drinking all the tea in the world. No, really! I live for my steaming hot cup of adrak chai!

In 2019, I decided to level up on the Bookish Banter, by starting to send out a Monthly Bookish Newsletter – Bookmarked! (here is the origin story, if you are interested)

In Bookmarked, which goes out on the First Friday of Every Month, I talk about all things books – from the latest bookish news, to views from the fun bookish corners of the internet, while also sharing bookish resources & reviews (and deals!).

It’s a quick, hopefully informative, definitely fun bookish read that you can scan under 5 minutes to stay updated on some of the latest from the book world.

Sounds like something you’ll enjoy? SIGN UP HERE (or click on the Get Bookmarked image below). I’d love to have you join in the fun! I promise it will be just one email every month, as I would hate to spam you, because I hate spam as much you do!

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  1. Sindhu

    August 11, 2018 at 5:17 am

    You have a wonderful blog here. I’ve been looking around and reading some of your posts; I’m sure I will return again. ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
    • Shanaya Tales

      August 15, 2018 at 3:55 pm

      Thank you so much, Sindhu. I am glad you enjoy the posts. I really appreciate the feedback. Thank you! ๐Ÿ™‚
      Shanaya Tales recently posted…How To Raise Grateful Kids In An Entitled World – My ThoughtsMy Profile

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  2. Divya

    May 24, 2016 at 3:39 pm

    I’m loving your blog!! The Book reviews part, especially more!!
    Eager to explore!

    Reply
    • Shanaya Tales

      August 15, 2018 at 3:54 pm

      Thank you so much, Divya! Glad to have you here. ๐Ÿ™‚
      Shanaya Tales recently posted…How To Raise Grateful Kids In An Entitled World – My ThoughtsMy Profile

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  3. Beat About the Book

    February 10, 2016 at 2:39 am

    Ah I know you :-). Always fun to read your bookish chatter and I enjoy your reviews – mostly because I often feel the same way about the books. As for the parenting and everyday-living bits that creep in – Well who can stop that? And they make for great reading too. See you around.
    Beat About the Book recently posted…Ticket to the land of dreamsMy Profile

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    • Shanaya Tales

      August 15, 2018 at 3:56 pm

      Thanks for all the love, Tulika. ๐Ÿ™‚
      Shanaya Tales recently posted…How To Raise Grateful Kids In An Entitled World – My ThoughtsMy Profile

      Reply
  4. Shilpa Gupte

    February 10, 2016 at 1:43 am

    As I said, it’s great to know someone who knows more about books and will help me in picking up the right one! ?
    Looking forward to your book reviews and my resultant visits to the bookshop! ?
    Shilpa Gupte recently posted…Live and learn.My Profile

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    • Shanaya Tales

      August 15, 2018 at 3:57 pm

      I am glad you enjoy the book reviews, and am happy to contribute the recommendations for your book shopping trips. ๐Ÿ˜€
      Shanaya Tales recently posted…How To Raise Grateful Kids In An Entitled World – My ThoughtsMy Profile

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  5. Lisa @ The Meaning of Me

    October 21, 2015 at 2:33 pm

    So glad you stopped by my blog today – happy to “meet” you! And a fellow East Coast USAer, too!
    Lisa @ The Meaning of Me recently posted…Finding Time for WordsMy Profile

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    • Shanaya Tales

      October 21, 2015 at 3:49 pm

      The feeling is mutual. Very glad to “meet” you too. ๐Ÿ™‚
      Shanaya Tales recently posted…Tell a Thousand Lies by Rasana Atreya | Book ReviewMy Profile

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  6. Salvwi Prasad

    August 18, 2015 at 1:49 am

    Hello Shantala,

    I am sending you this invite to join the International Bloggers Association. Please check the below link for details.
    http://www.internationalbloggersassociation.com/certification/

    Thanks ๐Ÿ™‚
    Salvwi Prasad recently posted…To IndependenceMy Profile

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    • Shanaya Tales

      October 21, 2015 at 3:49 pm

      Thank you. Will check out the link. ๐Ÿ™‚
      Shanaya Tales recently posted…Tell a Thousand Lies by Rasana Atreya | Book ReviewMy Profile

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  7. BellyBytes

    April 14, 2015 at 4:38 am

    You seem to be a kindred spirit separated by miles and years too ( I must be as old as your mom). I love your breezy style and look forward to reading more of you.
    BellyBytes recently posted…L is for Laa Laa and LucyMy Profile

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    • Shanaya Tales

      June 15, 2015 at 3:03 pm

      Sorry for the extremely delayed response to this comment. I missed replying to this as I was caught up with AtoZ and then went on an extremely long vacation to India. Thank you for your kind words. I am so glad to have connected with you. Looking forward to staying in touch.
      Shanaya Tales recently posted…The Versatile Blogger AwardMy Profile

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  8. salvwiprasad

    April 14, 2015 at 1:09 am

    Hi there,
    I have nominated you for the Libester Blog Award. Please click the link below to check the process for displaying the award logo on your blog. Do scroll down towards the end of the page to read the rules for “Libester Blog Award” and your nomination.

    http://poeticbug.blogspot.com/p/blog-page.html

    Enjoy ! ๐Ÿ™‚
    salvwiprasad recently posted…Keep in touchMy Profile

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    • Shanaya Tales

      June 15, 2015 at 3:01 pm

      Thank you so much for the nomination. I am humbled and honored. I will look up the rules and post accordingly. ๐Ÿ™‚
      Shanaya Tales recently posted…The Versatile Blogger AwardMy Profile

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  9. arpita

    April 12, 2015 at 5:06 am

    Got introduced to your blog from Sundari’s post. the story of “Shanaya Tales”, your online home, is sweet and similar. ๐Ÿ™‚ WIll read your posts soon.

    Reply
    • Shanaya Tales

      April 13, 2015 at 4:32 pm

      Glad you liked it. Thanks for stopping by. ๐Ÿ™‚
      Shanaya Tales recently posted…A Random Act of Kindness by a Stranger #AtoZChallenge 2015 @AprilA2ZMy Profile

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  10. Soumya

    March 16, 2015 at 2:12 am

    Hi Shantala,

    Thanks for dropping by on my space ๐Ÿ™‚

    I’m glad to have found you here as I see some wonderful posts here. Will be devouring them soon ๐Ÿ™‚

    Regards,
    Soumya

    Reply
    • Shanaya Tales

      March 16, 2015 at 10:55 am

      Welcome to my space, Soumya ๐Ÿ™‚ I am glad to have come across your blog ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  11. Vinitha

    March 5, 2015 at 2:44 pm

    Thank you for visiting my blog and the kind words, Shantala. I’m browsing your space. It is really nice. Will keep visiting. ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
    • Shanaya Tales

      March 6, 2015 at 11:03 am

      Welcome Vinitha ๐Ÿ™‚ Thanks for stopping by.

      Reply
  12. Roshni

    February 26, 2015 at 7:16 pm

    Great to know more about you! I’ll keep dropping by to read your stories!

    Reply
    • Shanaya Tales

      February 26, 2015 at 9:11 pm

      Thank you so much, Roshni. The feeling is mutual. I am glad to have come across your blog. ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  13. Mee Magnum

    February 5, 2015 at 9:45 pm

    A friend at work mentioned your website. I’m glad I checked it out. I look forward to reading more of your posts.

    Reply
    • Shanaya Tales

      February 11, 2015 at 12:13 pm

      Thank you so much. Glad to have you here. ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
      • M.J. Rocissono

        May 16, 2018 at 11:06 am

        Hi Shanaya,

        I was wondering if you would consider reviewing my YA fantasy novel based on Italian folklore? The title is: Beyond the Wicked Willow: Chronicles of a Teenage Witchslayer.

        Thanks, and keep up the great work, you have a wonderful blog! : )

        Reply

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