The Kite Runner
- Khaled Hosseini
About the Author
Khaled Hosseini is an Afghan-American novelist, UNHCR goodwill ambassador, and former physician. His debut novel The Kite Runner was a critical and commercial success; the book and his subsequent novels have all been at least partially set in Afghanistan and have featured an Afghan as the protagonist.
Born: 4 March 1965 (age 59 years), Kabul, Afghanistan
Spouse: Roya Hosseini
Education: Santa Clara University ·
Children: Haris Hosseini, Farah Hosseini
Parents: Nasser Hosseini, Maimoona Hosseini
The day I stopped drinking Milk
- Sudha Murty
About the Author
Sudha Murty is an Indian educator, author, and philanthropist. She is the Founder-Chairperson of the non-profit charitable organization Infosys Foundation. She is married to the co-founder of Infosys, N. R. Narayana Murthy.
Born: 19 August 1950 (age 74 years), Shiggaon
Spouse: N. R. Narayana Murthy
Education: Indian Institute of Science (Bengaluru)·
Children: Akshata Murty, Rohan Murty
Parents: Vimala Kulkarni, R.H. Kulkarni
Awards: Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan
You Can Win
- Shiv Khera
About the Author
Shiv Khera is an Indian author, activist and motivational speaker, best known for his book, You Can Win. He launched a movement against caste-based reservation in India, founded an organization called Country First Foundation.
Born: 23 August 1961 (age 63 years), Dhanbad
Education: Shri Ram College of Commerce, University of Delhi
Nationality: Indian
The Professional
- Subroto Bagchi
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About the Author
Subroto Bagchi is an Indian entrepreneur, author, and co-founder of Mindtree Limited, a global IT and consulting company. Born in 1957 in Odisha, he rose from a modest background and studied Political Science at Utkal University. After working at Wipro and Lucent Technologies, he co-founded Mindtree in 1999. Known for his books like Go Kiss the World and The Professional, Bagchi believes that success is defined by making a positive difference, not just wealth. He later served as Head of the Odisha Skill Development Authority, dedicating himself to youth empowerment and skill development, embodying simplicity, learning, and social responsibility.
Born: 31 May 1957 (age 68 years), Patnagarh
Title: Independent Director, Mindtree (Retired on 16 July 2019)
Education: Buxi Jagabandhu Bidyadhar Autonomous College, Utkal University
Spouse: Susmita Bagchi
Parents: Makhan Gopal Bagchi, Labonya Prova Bagchi
Organization founded: Mindtree
Unfinished
- Priyanka Chopra Jonas
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About the Author
Priyanka Chopra Jonas is a globally celebrated actor, producer, and humanitarian who has seamlessly bridged Indian and international entertainment industries. From winning the Miss World 2000 title to building a successful career in Bollywood and Hollywood, her journey reflects resilience, ambition, and reinvention. Beyond cinema, she is a strong advocate for social causes, serving as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador and using her platform to amplify conversations around gender equality, education, and representation.
Born: 18 July 1982 (age 43 years), Jamshedpur
Spouse: Nick Jonas (m. 2018)
Education: Newton North High School (2000), Jai Hind College
Siblings: Siddharth Chopra
Parents: Madhu Chopra, Ashok Chopra
How I Taught My Grandmother to Read and Other Stories
- Sudha Murty
About the Author
Sudha Murty is an Indian educator, author, and philanthropist. She is the Founder-Chairperson of the non-profit charitable organization Infosys Foundation. She is married to the co-founder of Infosys, N. R. Narayana Murthy.
Born: 19 August 1950 (age 74 years), Shiggaon
Spouse: N. R. Narayana Murthy
Education: Indian Institute of Science (Bengaluru)·
Children: Akshata Murty, Rohan Murty
Parents: Vimala Kulkarni, R.H. Kulkarni
Awards: Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan
Alchemist
- Paulo Coelho
About the Author
Paulo Coelho de Souza is a Brazilian lyricist and novelist and a member of the Brazilian Academy of Letters since 2002. His 1988 novel The Alchemist became an international best-seller.
Born: 24 August 1947 (age 78 years), Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Spouse: Christina Oiticica (m. 1980)
Education: Colégio Santo Inácio
Siblings: Sonia Coelho
Parents: Pedro Queima de Coelho de Souza, Lygia Coelho
Atomic Habits
- James Clear
About the Author
James Clear is an American writer. He is best known for his 2018 self-help book Atomic Habits.
Born: 1986 (age 39–40) Hamilton, Ohio, US
Education: Denison University, ISA
Occupations : Author, Writer, Speaker, marketer
