A Normal Indian

About the Book

a Normal Indian is a compilation of short stories of young men and women in India who have faced adversity and have sometimes come out strong and sometimes lost. Each story is unique and has been drawn from the lives of Indians. Some endings are full of hope and positivity, yet others are a little sad and despondent. These stories are meant to address social issues in India and also make you think about them. The young India of today is full of pride, beauty, and love, yet it is marred by “social evils” like female infanticide, dowry, and youth suicide. These stories revolve around these very realities. You may see a little bit of you in them, or someone close to you may be reflected in them. The aim is to highlight what went wrong and have a conversation among ourselves to make things right! I believe that true change in the social fabric of “my India” shall only come with these small conversations. These very conversations shall lead to a change of heart and mind—#ChangeByTalking. Join me in my journey as “a normal Indian,” a normal Indian who is opinionated and has views on everything he/she sees and faces, a normal Indian who wants change but sometimes is shackled by that very society he/she lives in! Join me! Regards, Malavika Sharma A Normal Indian

About the Author

Malavika has been working with the Youth of India for the last 10 years as an Activist and Mentor, focusing on Economic Development and Gender Issues. She has a degree in Business Administration and Law – and her passions include reading, writing, sketching and singing In her own words, she “loves the heart and soul of India” You can reach out to her on www.malavikasharma.com