Happy World Book Day, Local Guides! 🌍

[SaylliWalve1]

Hello LG fam,
Today is World Book Day..! Wish you all a happy World book day..!

Books open up entire worlds, spark imagination, and offer a window into different cultures, lives, and perspectives. Whether you’re a fan of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, or travel guides, today is the perfect day to celebrate the joy of reading.

While many of us now scroll through stories on tablets, e-readers, or laptops — there’s something timeless and magical about the rustle of pages, the scent of a well-loved book, and the feel of a paperback in your hands. Don’t you think?

To mark this special day, let’s create a Global Library right here on Connect!

Here’s how you can participate:

1. Share pictures of your favorite local library, bookstore, or reading corner/cafe.
2. Post a snapshot of your favorite book extra points if it’s connected to your city or a travel story!
3. Tell us why that book or place is special to you.
4. Don’t forget to mention the location – someone might just add it to their travel list!

Here’s mine to get things started
Pai Friends Library, Dombivli
Bookmark Cafe, Kalyan
Street Book Corner, Fort

Currently Reading: The Scion of Ikshvaku by Amish Tripathi
A gripping mythological retelling of Lord Ram’s journey, filled with powerful characters and thought-provoking moments. Perfect for anyone who enjoys Indian epics with a fresh perspective.

Current Favorites:
Ikigai – A beautiful guide to living a life full of purpose and peace, inspired by the Japanese way of thinking.
Vapurza by Va. Pu. Kale – This Marathi classic is like a warm hug. The book does not have index, just open any page, and read any paragraph, either the reading would bring smile on your face or makes you pause and reflect.

All-time Favorite: A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini
An emotional rollercoaster that tells the story of love, sacrifice, and resilience. This book left a lasting impact on me and holds a very special place in my heart.

Let’s turn the world into a storybook, one photo at a time!

Happy Reading
Sayli

#WorldBookDay #LocalGuides #LibraryLove #BookstoreFinds #ReadTheWorld

[AjitThite]

I will try and share anything if possible.

Cheers!

[Rushikesh_joshi]

Nice ..
Happy world book day @SaylliWalve1 .

[SaylliWalve1]

Thanks so much @AjitThite
Looking forward to seeing what you pick

[SaylliWalve1]

Thanks Much @Rushikesh_joshi

[TusharSuradkar]

Wow…!
World Book Day is here..
@SaylliWalve1 Thanks for the update for this diehard bookworm
Time to dust off some old books and explore ones.

Vapurza by Va Pu Kale - one of my favorites
Yes - read from any page - Va Pu is unfathomable and makes a deep impact with his punch lines.

[SaylliWalve1]

Thank you so much @TusharSuradkar
So glad to connect with a fellow diehard bookworm!
Totally agree, Vapurza is one of those timeless treasures. Va Pu’s simplicity and depth are truly unmatched

Would love to hear which Va Pu’s quote stays with you the most

[Rahul001]

What a great day to start @SaylliWalve1 . Happy Book day to you.

Recently I got chance to visit The Reading Book, owned by Archana and conducted a small interview and to be supportive in Google Maps.

State Central library is my favourite go to go book or library place. It is completely accessible by Wheelchair users and Visually abled.

[Gurukrishnapriya]

Nice post @SaylliWalve1 Happy bookday wishes to all the book lovers. My recent purchase is BOOK OF ICONS and now I am into it. In this post I have mentioned I love to read books about trees and palnts. These are my all time favorites.

[SaylliWalve1]

Beautiful start to the day indeed
Thank you so much and Happy World Book Day to you too @Rahul001

I absolutely loved The Reading Book Ambience post. How amazing that you got to visit The Reading Book and connect with Archana.

It’s truly wonderful to hear that State Central Library is kind of inclusive space every city needs

Thanks again for sharing; I’d love to read that interview if it’s posted anywhere.

[SaylliWalve1]

Thank you so much @Gurukrishnapriya And Happy Book Day to you too
Book of Icons sounds intriguing, would love to hear what it’s about once you’re further into it!

Also, I absolutely love that you enjoy reading about trees and plants
Nature books have such a calming and grounding effect. Any favorite titles you’d recommend? I’m always up for adding something green and wise to my reading list​:green_heart:

[Rahul001]

Thank you for your kind reply

@SaylliWalve1

I’d love to read that interview if it’s posted anywhere.

It is inserted in my comment itself. If you want, I am inserting it - here.

[Radhika26]

Happy World Book Day. Books have and are my best ever friend till date. A voracious reader, that everyday be what i should read at least a page.

PRIDE AND PREJUDICE by Jane Austen- My all time favourite book that at least yearly once i make it a point to read the book again. A die hard fan of Mr.Darcy.

PONNIYIN SELVAN By Sri Kalki Krishnamoorthy- A nostalgic Chozha era story with abundant history, story, twist and romance is another favourite book I read two years once for it’s a five part story book.

THE LAWS OF SPIRIT WORLD- By Sri Khorshed Bhavanagiri- A spiritual, self help book that shows pathway towards higher goal.

Of course other books on spirituality, crime and self help are there too.

WRITERS CAFE Chennai is a cafe, library and book reading spot. There are lot of branches and the branch I go regularly to is Taramani branch. Biting their famous pineapple pizza and sipping hot tea with a book in hand is something I do and would love to do. New collections are added to their library regularly.

Thank you very much for this lovely opportunity to share.

[ShailendraOjha]

Discription:-This is my small collection of books in my book stand but we have lots of mythological books & Ruskin bond books collection,
Anyway thanks @SaylliWalve1 &
Happy word books day .

[Gurukrishnapriya]

I suggest if you like to read heritage novels, PONNIYIN SELVAN a tamil book you get English translation. You will get immersed into it.

[SaylliWalve1]

Ah, I missed it.
That’s a wonderful post

[SaylliWalve1]

Wow, thank you so much for sharing such a beautiful book journey! @Radhika26

Your passion for reading truly shines through, and The timeless Pride and Prejudice (Mr. Darcy, right? ), the historic book of Ponniyin Selvan (I’ve watched the movie, but books are always better. It’s now on my to-read list), and The Laws of the Spirit World definitely adding that one to my reading list too.

Re-reading favorites is such a soulful practice

The Writers Cafe sounds like a dream spot for book lovers! Tea and a good book what more could we ask for?

Thank you for taking the time to share your world of books. Truly inspiring

[SaylliWalve1]

Thank you so much @ShailendraOjha
That bookshelf may be small, but it holds treasures, I love reading mythological books.

Wishing you a joyful World Book Day.

[SaylliWalve1]

Thank you so much for the recommendation
I saw the movie, but as always, books are better
With @Radhika26 's comment, Ponniyin Selvan is already on my reading list, and hearing your recommendation just makes me want to dive into it even more.

I’ll definitely check out the English translation.

[MerlinThomas]

@SaylliWalve1 Great initiative will share my entry soon.