Indian Goddesses

Kali Kaula is a practical and experiential journey through the land of living magical art that is Tantra, guided by the incisive, inspired and multi-talented hands of Jan Fries. By stripping away the fantasies and exploring the roots, flowers and fruits of Tantra, the author provides an outstandingly effective and coherent manual of practices. Acknowledging the huge diversity of Tantric material produced over the centuries, Jan Fries draws on several decades of research and experience and focuses on the early traditions of Kula, Kaula and Krama, and the result is this inimitable work which ...

A beautiful, powerful new novel from the bestselling, award-winning author of Sister of My Heart and The Mistress of Spies about three generations of mothers and daughters who must discover their greatest source of strength in one another—a masterful, brilliant tale of a family both united and...

“With a graceful, measured elegance” (The New York Times), this lyrical novel reimagines the life of the infamous queen from the ancient epic the Ramayana, giving voice to an extraordinary woman determined to leave her mark in a world where gods and men dictate the shape of things to come. I...

“Epic fantasy at its finest—an homage to storytelling and legend, richly told and endlessly engaging.”—Andrea Stewart, author of The Bone Shard Daughter Don’t miss the first novel in this stunning Silk Road-inspired epic fantasy series from R.R. Virdi—a saga of legends, lies, and the...

Weaving the wisdom of ancient Hindu tales with contemporary analysis and guided meditations, Stories of Our Lives, narrated by author Janet Stone, illustrates how these age-old stories teach universal lessons and insights for understanding ourselves today. Passed down for generations, India’s...

From the New York Times bestselling author of Kaikeyi, a contemporary fantasy following a burnt-out reproductive health care worker struggling to command her newly acquired abilities as dangerous forces gather to stop her before she becomes too powerful. As a reproductive health care worker in...

The Virgin Goddess of the Three Seas: Kanya Kumari’s Role in Indian Spirituality and Culture offers a profound exploration of one of Hinduism’s most revered deities, Kanya Kumari, whose presence continues to inspire millions. Situated at the confluence of the Arabian Sea, the Bay of Bengal, and the Indian Ocean, Kanya Kumari is not just a geographical marvel but a divine force embodying purity, power, and spiritual transformation. This book takes readers on a journey into the heart of Kanya Kumari’s symbolism, mythology, and her pivotal role in shaping India’s spiritual and cultural...

Hinduism for Beginners — Hindu Sacred Texts — Bhagavad Gita Explained — Indian Spirituality — Dharma and Karma — Yoga and Devotion — Hindu Gods and Goddesses — Comparative Religion What if one of the world’s oldest spiritual traditions could be understood without stereotypes, confusion, or shallow shortcuts? Hinduism is not a religion that fits neatly into one simple definition. It is a living world of sacred stories, divine forms, philosophical questions, rituals, poetry, devotion, discipline, family life, temples, festivals, and the lifelong search for dharma. For many ...

Uncover the Ancient Secret of Shakti. A Narrative Journey into the Heart of the Divine Mother. Are you ready to walk the bridge between the human and the divine? In a world obsessed with power and plagued by uncertainty, the ancient Markandeya Purana stands as a lighthouse of resilience. It is the only major Purana that does not ask you to renounce the world, but to master it through the power of Shakti. In The Markandeya Purana: The Saga of Shakti, author Naveen Goyal offers a stunning, narrative retelling of this timeless scripture. Moving beyond dry translation, this book breathes life ...

Are you living in a world of fragments, or are you ready to enter the Cosmic Whole? Unlock the ancient "Theory of Everything" hidden for thousands of years in the forest of Naimisharanya. In an age of distraction and disconnection, The Brahmanda Purana offers more than just mythology - it offers a map. It is the biography of the Universe itself, tracing the journey from the silence of the Void to the explosive birth of the Golden Egg (Hiranyagarbha), and finally to the liberation of the human soul. Naveen Goyal’s The Brahmanda Purana: The Cosmic Egg and the Rhythm of Existence is not a ...

"Read R.R. Virdi!"―Jim Butcher, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Dresden Files Myths begin, and a storyteller's tale deepens, in the essential sequel to R.R. Virdi's breakout Silk Road-inspired epic fantasy debut, The First Binding. Some stories are hidden for a reason. All tales...

India is a land where the Divine Mother is worshipped in countless forms—as the gentle giver of wisdom, the radiant goddess of prosperity, the fierce destroyer of evil, the compassionate protector, and the eternal power behind the universe. The Divine Mothers of India is a fascinating journey into the sacred world of India's great Goddesses and the living traditions that continue to inspire millions of devotees. From Parvati, Durga, and Kali to Lakshmi, Saraswati, and Annapurna, this book explores the stories, symbolism, temples, festivals, and spiritual significance of the Divine ...

Anita is over her life in New York: her dead-end job, tiny studio apartment, self-obsessed friends, and overbearing mom. So she moves west to Los Angeles in search of a new career, enlightenment, and that nebulous target...wellness. She discovers an elite workout class called the Goddess Effect, run by a lifestyle guru named Venus who’s the very definition of #goals. One look at her Lululemon-clad acolytes sweating out their demons while dripping with confidence and Anita’s all in. 

Discover the sacred story of Meenakshi, the Divine Queen of Madurai. Madhura Meenakshi takes readers into the remarkable world of one of South India's most beloved goddesses. Worshipped as the presiding deity of Madurai, Meenakshi is remembered as a princess, a warrior, a queen, a manifestation of Shakti, and the Divine Mother of millions of devotees. According to sacred tradition, her extraordinary life began with a divine birth and a mysterious prophecy. Born as the daughter of the Pandya king, Meenakshi grew into a powerful warrior and ruler. Her journey eventually led her to Kailasa, ...

The wild, bizarre and epic story of the serpent goddess Manasā and her sister Neta has inspired poets in India for more than 500 years. The Manasā Epic is a collection of stories which were retold, extended, modified, changed and embellished by more than fifty poets over the years. It draws on elements from folktales, vrata rituals, verses from ballads, and episodes from sacred literature such as the Mahābhārata, the Brahmā Vaivarta Purāṇa and many others. Author Jan Fries traces the history and origins of this fascinating cult, as well as providing comparative associations with ...

Goddess of Desire: Kamakhya and the Alchemy of Love is a meditative and poetic exploration of one of India’s most ancient and powerful goddesses, revered not merely as a symbol of fertility but as the embodiment of life’s deepest mysteries—desire, death, rebirth, and transcendence. Set against the blood-soaked stones and sacred silences of Nilachal Hill in Assam, this book is both a spiritual pilgrimage and a tantric revelation. It delves into the visceral sacredness of the Kamakhya temple, where the goddess is worshipped not in idol form but as a yoni—an eternal symbol of the ...

In an era where modern medicine handles the physical complexities of childbirth, the spiritual and energetic safety of the newborn often remains an overlooked frontier. Goddess Periyachi The Mother of Protection: Ancient Rituals for Safe Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Divine Protection for Newborns serve as a vital bridge between clinical safety and ancient spiritual guardianship. This book is a comprehensive manual dedicated to the "Divine Midwife" of South Indian tradition, Goddess Periyachi—the fierce sentinel who stands at the threshold of life to ensure that the transition from the womb ...

I have said her name more times writing this book than I said it in twenty years of fieldwork before it. She was a Dalit woman in North India, assaulted by the men who owned the land her family worked, and offered no justice by any court, elder, or council that could have granted it. So she found a different kind of justice, one built at Kamakhya, among yoginis who trained her past the point where fear controlled her, into a woman five centuries of North Indian folk memory has never dared to soften. This is not a documented biography. It is folklore in the fullest, most serious sense of ...

Discover Lakshmi, the radiant goddess of prosperity, fortune, beauty, abundance, and auspiciousness. For thousands of years, Lakshmi has occupied a special place in the spiritual and cultural imagination of India. She is more than a goddess of wealth. She represents Sri—the beauty, abundance, harmony, dignity, fertility, success, and well-being that allow life to flourish. LAKSHMI explores the fascinating world of the goddess through mythology, sacred traditions, symbolism, festivals, temples, and Indian philosophy. From her emergence during the Samudra Manthana to her eternal ...

The Living Presence of Power, Love, and Sacred Blessings: Through the Divine Grace of Tarini is a profound exploration of the goddess Tarini, offering readers an intimate encounter with her timeless presence, transformative power, and nurturing love. Rooted in ancient mythological traditions, regional folklore, and historical rituals, the book unfolds as a spiritual journey, guiding devotees, seekers, and curious minds alike toward understanding the living essence of the Divine Mother. From the very beginning, the text situates Tarini not only as a figure of reverence but as a dynamic, ever...