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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A friend at work mentioned your website. I’m glad I checked it out. I look forward to reading more of your posts.
Thank you so much. Glad to have you here. 🙂
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! : )
Great to know more about you! I’ll keep dropping by to read your stories!
Thank you so much, Roshni. The feeling is mutual. I am glad to have come across your blog. 🙂
Thank you for visiting my blog and the kind words, Shantala. I’m browsing your space. It is really nice. Will keep visiting. 🙂
Welcome Vinitha 🙂 Thanks for stopping by.
Hi Shantala,
Thanks for dropping by on my space 🙂
I’m glad to have found you here as I see some wonderful posts here. Will be devouring them soon 🙂
Regards,
Soumya
Welcome to my space, Soumya 🙂 I am glad to have come across your blog 🙂
Got introduced to your blog from Sundari’s post. the story of “Shanaya Tales”, your online home, is sweet and similar. 🙂 WIll read your posts soon.
Glad you liked it. Thanks for stopping by. 🙂
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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 ! 🙂
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Thank you so much for the nomination. I am humbled and honored. I will look up the rules and post accordingly. 🙂
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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.
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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.
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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 🙂
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Thank you. Will check out the link. 🙂
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So glad you stopped by my blog today – happy to “meet” you! And a fellow East Coast USAer, too!
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The feeling is mutual. Very glad to “meet” you too. 🙂
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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! ?
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I am glad you enjoy the book reviews, and am happy to contribute the recommendations for your book shopping trips. 😀
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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.
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Thanks for all the love, Tulika. 🙂
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I’m loving your blog!! The Book reviews part, especially more!!
Eager to explore!
Thank you so much, Divya! Glad to have you here. 🙂
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You have a wonderful blog here. I’ve been looking around and reading some of your posts; I’m sure I will return again. 🙂
Thank you so much, Sindhu. I am glad you enjoy the posts. I really appreciate the feedback. Thank you! 🙂
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