Forest fires: an Ebook worth applauses

Here are some key reasons why Forest Fires by Saurabh Pant is gradually becoming more well-known, especially in environmental and literary circles:

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🔥 1. Featured in Global Environmental Events

Showcases such as the Tokyo Forest Meet 2025 bring the book into international spotlight. Environmental gatherings value poetic voices that advocate forest protection—Pant’s work fits perfectly.

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🌍 2. Growing Interest in Eco-Literature

Worldwide, readers are turning toward:

• Climate-focused writing

• Poetry addressing ecological grief

• Works exploring conservation ethics

Forest Fires aligns strongly with this trend, helping it gain traction beyond India.

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📱 3. Expansion Across Global e-Stores

Apple books US link of Forest fires The book’s availability through:

• Apple Books (US, AU, and other regions)

• Everand/Scribd

• Kobo

• Lulu

• Bol.com

• FNAC (France)

…means more international readers are discovering it.

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✒ 4. Word-of-Mouth in Poetry Circles

Poets and literary groups have praised its:

• Emotional depth

• Nature-centric themes

• Minimalist yet sharp style

This organic sharing is helping the book circulate widely.

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📚 5. The Author’s Growing Recognition

Saurabh Pant’s increasing global presence—across festivals, reading circles, and

eco-literary programs—brings renewed attention to his earlier works, including Forest Fires.

His identity as a visually impaired environmental poet adds a compelling narrative that attracts media attention.

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🌱 6. Social Media Mentions & Literary Forums

Readers often share:

• Quotes from the book

• Personal interpretations

• Thoughts on nature conservation

These posts amplify the book’s reach internationally.

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🎙 7. Alignment with Global Climate Concerns

Forest fires, climate anxiety, and ecological destruction are universal topics.

A book that merges poetry with a strong environmental message naturally gains more relevance each year.

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Thanks all for your love and support for the work in all places, keep reading.

7 years to Asian winds

Here is a celebration note for 7 years of Asian Winds (15 January 2026):

🌏 Celebrating 7 Years of Asian Winds — 15 January 2026

Seven years ago, on 15 January 2019, Asian Winds set sail into the literary world—bringing with it a powerful blend of poetry, politics, culture, and the pulsating heartbeat of a diverse continent.

Today, as it completes 7 remarkable years, we celebrate not just a book, but a voice that dared to explore Asia’s shifting landscapes through reflective verse.

Asian Winds remains special because it captures a moment in time when Asia stood at a crossroads—between tradition and transformation, tension and hope, identity and global influence.

Through its poems, readers travelled across borders, oceans, cultures, and conflicts, discovering how deeply interconnected Asian societies truly are.

Over the years, the work has found its way into readers’ circles, online platforms, and cross-continental collaborations, reminding us that poetry still has the power to comment, provoke, enlighten, and unify.

✨ Why the World Still Reads Asian Winds

• It boldly touches on geopolitical realities without losing artistic warmth.

• Its verses invite readers to see Asia not as a headline, but as a breathing, evolving story.

• It continues to resonate with discussions about identity, environment, and regional harmony.

🎉 A Milestone Worth Celebrating

As Asian Winds completes 7 years, we honour the journey of the book, the reflections it has sparked, and the readers—across Asia and beyond—who found meaning in its pages.

Here’s to the winds that continue to blow across borders and minds. Here’s to 7 years of poetry that carried the spirit of a continent.

And here’s to many more journeys inspired by Asian Winds.

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Thanks all for your love and support for the political poetry of Asia, keep reading.

Famous visually impaired authors of North India

On this great occasion of Louis braille day, let's glimpse some of those who have carved their positions in the spectrum of people with sight loss in recent years.

Here’s a list of famous visually impaired authors from North India, known for their literary work, advocacy, and contributions to society:

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🔹 1. Saurabh Pant (Uttarakhand)

• Background: Visually impaired author and quizzer from Uttarakhand.

• Known For: Burning Asia, Warming Boom, An Introduction to Birds, and Thoughts Beyond Measure.

• Genres: Non-fiction, socio-political commentary, disability advocacy.

• Contribution: Active voice in disability rights, nature writing, and contemporary global issues.

🔹 2. Dr. S.K. Rungta (Rajasthan)

• Background: Blind academician and author.

• Known For: Books and essays on education, social inclusion, and empowerment of the blind.

• Contribution: Former President of National Federation of the Blind. Influential in disability education policy.

🔹 3. Lal Advani (Delhi)

• Background: Pioneer in blind education in India.

• Known For: Writings on rehabilitation and education for the blind.

• Contribution: Founder of the National Association for the Blind. His works are more academic and policy-focused.

🔹 4. Dr. Homiyar Mobedji (Delhi/Mumbai)

• Background: Although originally from Mumbai, has worked extensively in North India through DAISY Consortium.

• Known For: Accessible technology and training manuals for the visually impaired.

• Contribution: Author of numerous manuals on assistive reading tech and braille accessibility.

🔹 5. Rajendra Sharma (Uttar Pradesh)

• Background: Blind poet and author.

• Known For: Hindi poetry, often featured in All India Radio and literary circles.

• Contribution: Known for promoting inclusive Hindi literature through blind writers’ networks.

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These are the top voices of north India when it comes to vision impairment: If you want to know more, feel free to search them online.

4 years to motivational quote book

📘 Quotebook’s blerb

Thoughts Beyond Measure is a motivational book authored by Saurabh Pant, a visually impaired writer and research analyst from Nainital, India. 

Published in January 2021, the book is a collection of wisdom quotes aimed at inspiring readers to embrace life's challenges and setbacks with resilience and optimism. 

The book delves into themes such as failure, heartbreak, and personal growth, encouraging readers to look beyond obstacles and find strength in adversity. 

Written in a poetic style, it serves as a guide for those seeking motivation and a deeper understanding of life's complexities.

Popularity of work 

Thoughts Beyond Measure by Saurabh Pant is fairly well-known—especially in the realm of inspirational quote books.

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⭐ Popularity & Impact

• On Goodreads, it holds a strong rating:
  
  

• 84% of readers gave it 4– or 5‑star reviews, with average reviews praising its motivating, bite‑sized quotes (Goodreads).
  
  

• Reviews highlight it as a “beautiful collection of quotes… a true inspirational material” and “a must‑read” (Goodreads).
  
  

• It was first published in India on January 1, 2021 by Lab Academia in Allahabad and has since been featured in book festivals and reader gatherings (Topics EveryDay).
  
  

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🎯 Why It Resonates

• Concise and motivational: Designed as daily or thematic quotes addressing life, emotion, unity, strength, and more (The Biblioscribe Scribbles).
  
  

• Accessible: Easy-to-read design encourages finishing it in one sitting — many readers describe it as “food for thought” .
  
  

• Visual impairment angle: Authored by a visually impaired writer, adding depth and authenticity to its reflective tone.
  
  

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📌 Verdict

If you're looking for an uplifting, quick-read book full of inspirational insights, Thoughts Beyond Measure definitely lives up to its name and strengths. 

It's popular among readers seeking motivation, self-reflection on life, and poetic guidance for new writers.

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The day when it completes 4  years in running, the author is thankful to all involved, keep reading everyone. 

Top 10 moments of 2025

Every year there are newer things to count, one that made everyone proud or  bring smiles,  so here  comes the author Saurabh pant  with top 10 moments of the year 2025: 

No. 10: Celebrated a decade of growth, victories,  presence and mentorship in Blind quizzing circuit. 

Celebrations of quiz legacy 

On No 9: Forest fires gets  featured in Tokyo forest meet 

Tokyo forest meet feature update 

On no 8: Multiple features for  book on birds including Chinese nature submit, UK birds readathon and Fly height submit, Honduras 

On no 7:  Environmental works featured in Dunedin writers and reader festival in New Zealand 

Dunedin festival feature 

On no 6: Literary featured in  Stockholm writers festival 

Stockholm writer's festival feature 

On no 5: Personal spotlight showcased in Vents magazine UK 

Vents magazine feature 

On no 4: Presence in  Cultural festivities and  community ceremony by Seva Bharti in Delhi 

On no 3: National coverage in top known digital media platforms 

National coverage with The update INdia 

On no 2: Janeu held in haldwani in presence of family members 

On no 1: International release and press briefing  of Ebook titled  The asian carnage 

News feature of The Asian carnage 

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Gratitude 2025 

As the year comes to its close, here’s a warm gratitude note by visually impaired author Saurabh Pant, reflecting on the happy memories of 2025:

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🌼 Gratitude Note — Reflections on 2025

By Saurabh Pant

As 2025 gently draws to a close, I pause with a heart full of gratitude.

This year has been a quiet celebration of resilience, kindness, and shared belief. 

From reading circles that welcomed my words with open minds, to festivals and platforms that allowed my stories and poems to travel far beyond me, 2025 reminded me that vision is not limited to sight — it lives in connection.

I am deeply thankful to every reader who found a piece of themselves in my work, to educators and accessibility advocates who ensured that literature remains inclusive, and to fellow writers who walked beside me with encouragement and honesty. 

Each review, message, and conversation became a reminder that words, when written with sincerity, find their way.

Some of my happiest moments this year were simple ones — listening to my work being read aloud, witnessing conversations sparked by poetry on climate, humanity, and hope, and knowing that my journey as a visually impaired author resonated with readers across borders. 

These moments strengthened my faith in literature as a shared human space.

I also extend my heartfelt appreciation to the digital platforms, libraries, and volunteers who supported accessible reading formats. Your quiet efforts turned obstacles into bridges.

Above all, I thank my family, mentors, and friends, whose belief never wavered. 

Your support continues to be my greatest anchor.

As I look ahead, I carry forward the memories of 2025 not as milestones, but as gentle reminders — that perseverance has its own poetry, and gratitude its own voice.

With humility and hope,
Saurabh Pant

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See you all in a new year with more zeal, energy and  more growth: 

Thank you all.