V.R. Ferose’s Shelf Aware captures the author’s exciting journey of discovering himself through the magical world of books. Writing about the world of words, illustrated with sketches by autistic artists, Ferose ensures that his readers are in for a pleasant surprise – for they soon learn that they are discovering themselves, too!’ Shashi Tharoor, Member of Parliament for Thiruvananthapuram, Lok Sabha, and bestselling author of The Great Indian Novel and Inglorious Empire

Grit: The Vishwas Story is an illustrated ode to a man who surpasses unimaginable hardships and comes out the other end with integrity, optimism and gratitude. This powerful and tender tale will break your heart and put the pieces back together with a hopeful, life-affirming touch.

Vishwas dons many hats, and he dons them well.

Navigating a range of topics with lucid ease – from history and laws to widespread social attitudes – it meticulously records and amplifies the diverse, vibrant voices of persons with disabilities. Equally, it turns its gaze on those inextricably linked to their lives – health professionals, educators, trainers, employers, caregivers and activists – highlighting the key roles they play.

Insightful, informative and moving, The Invisible Majority: India’s Abled Disabled is a timely and invaluable book that inspires societal transformation while addressing the crucial question: how do we make India a more inclusive nation?

Grit: The Major Story is the true account of a man who rose from humble beginnings to become a hero. Faced with the tragic loss of a limb while serving on the frontlines during the Kargil War, Major Singh’s indomitable spirit came to the fore. With the support of his family, friends and dedicated healthcare professionals, and aided by the training he received in the army, he set a fresh course for his life.

Today, Major Singh is a well-known athlete and motivational speaker, inspiring thousands of people to believe in their innate strength and resilience. Vividly portrayed in graphic form, his story will spur every reader to face life’s challenges with spirit and goodwill.

While the rest of the world has taken great strides in mainstreaming the differently abled into the larger contours of their society, life continues to be an uphill struggle for the differently-abled in India. Born ‘different’ from the rest of us, they have been put in a position of disadvantage in a world where being ‘normal’ is at such a premium.

Written by the bestselling author of Legacy and Leading Ladies, Sudha Menon and the MD of SAP Labs India, V.R. Ferose, Gifted celebrates the journeys of these very Indians who are neither CEOs nor part of any influential po wer clubs, but special in their own way. These are stories that can inspire even the most ‘abled’ among us.