Experience Crossword’s Book-a-thon on April 25 at Gaur City Mall, Greater Noida, where the usual bewilderments fade, and stories unfold in a welcoming atmosphere. This event brings together readers, writers, and dreamers, creating a sense of belonging and a quiet nostalgia with every page turned.
Crossword’s Book-a-thon offers a rare pause from daily demands, allowing stories to take center stage. More than a scheduled event, it is a gathering that fosters imagination, memory, and genuine connection.
EXPLORING THE MAGIC OF CROSSWORD
On April 25 and 26, the mall will transform from a place of commerce into a space for meaningful interaction. Laughter and conversation replace routine transactions, and the environment will become a vibrant network of stories, with each participant contributing to a lasting narrative.
Crossword’s Book-a-thon values meaning over spectacle, bringing together people of all ages and backgrounds. It is a space where both new and experienced readers, as well as aspiring writers, find inspiration and a sense of belonging through their shared appreciation for stories.
As the evening of April 25 unfolds, the air holds a different kind of anticipation—subtle though palpable. Author Kamini Kusum, a bestselling bilingual author, will enter this shared space not as a distant literary figure but as a storyteller among listeners. Her session will revolve around her evocative, captivating, and spellbinding collection of short stories—‘Twisted Temptations: Adventures of Rich Housewives,’ which will welcome readers into the layered, often inconspicuous emotional realms of women navigating desire, power, and solitude beyond the façade of the haut monde.
The session will foster a sense of intimacy, encouraging open exchange between author and audience without formal barriers. Thought, emotion, and experience will be shared freely.
Through her discussion, Kusum will uncover the deeper aspects of storytelling, addressing not only plot and character but also vulnerability and persistence. She will demonstrate that stories emerge from doubt, clarity, and self-discovery.
Hearing Kusum share her experiences will add a personal dimension to her stories, making the reading experience more intimate. Her words will remind listeners that every story is shaped by a deeply personal process.
Audience participation will be genuine and spontaneous, with questions driven by curiosity and engagement. This interaction will encourage connection and blur the line between storyteller and listener.
The book signing that follows will be more than a formality; it will create a lasting connection between author and reader. Each signature will serve as a reminder that stories leave a lasting impact.
Earlier in the day, the children’s storytelling session will create an atmosphere of discovery. Stories will come alive through voice, gesture, and imagination, making the experience both engaging and personal. The storyteller will guide children through imaginative worlds, bringing characters and emotions to life. Children will actively participate, respond and shape the story as it unfolds.
Watching children engage with stories highlights the event’s purpose: to connect, inspire, and create a space where imagination thrives.
In the evening, the Open Mic session hosted by Sreya Motti will introduce a dynamic, unscripted energy. This segment will emphasize improvisation and authentic expression.
The stage will become a place of courage. Individuals will step forward, each carrying a fragment of themselves—a poem, a song, a story, a moment they wish to share. In just two minutes, they will offer something vulnerable and real. There is no guarantee of perfection, no expectation of polish—only the participants will share poems, songs, or stories in brief, heartfelt performances. The focus will be on authenticity and the courage to share, rather than perfection, as part of this exchange, responding not as spectators but as participants in a shared experience.
Author Stuti Changle’s session will bring introspection and honesty, presenting writing as an evolving journey shaped by observation, memory, and emotion.
Her words do not seek to impress—they seek to connect. She shares her process with openness, acknowledging the uncertainties and transformations that accompany creative work. In doing so, she invites the audience to see writing not as something distant or unattainable, but as something deeply human and accessible.
“Author Kamini Kusum, a bestselling book ‘Twisted Temptations: Adventures of Rich Housewives’ will welcome readers into the layered, often inconspicuous emotional realms of women navigating desire, power, and solitude beyond the façade of the haut monde”
“Author Kamini Kusum, a bestselling book ‘Twisted Temptations: Adventures of Rich Housewives’ will welcome readers into the layered, often inconspicuous emotional realms of women navigating desire, power, and solitude beyond the façade of the haut monde”
The interactions that follow—brief conversations, shared smiles, signed books—may seem simple, yet they carry a lasting resonance. They will remind us that behind every book is a story not just of characters, but of the person who created them. And behind every reader will be a quiet connection waiting to be discovered.
Within the larger flow of the Crossword’s Book-a-thon, there exists a quieter corner that holds its own kind of significance—the Kids DIY Activity Table. Unlike the structured sessions, this space will offer freedom. Children will move in and out, guided not by schedules but by curiosity.
Here, creativity will take on a tangible form. Small hands colour bookmarks, assemble crafts, and explore ideas without expectation. There will is no pressure to perform, no need to follow instructions perfectly—only the soft encouragement to create.
For many families, this space will become a moment of pause within the event—a place where time will slow just enough to notice the simple delights. Parents will watch as their children engage with creativity in its simplest form, often rediscovering their own sense of wonder in the process.
What makes Crossword’s Book-a-thon truly remarkable is not just the diversity of its offerings but the way each element flows seamlessly into the next. It is not a series of disconnected activities, but a unified narrative—one that speaks to connection, creativity, and the lasting power of stories.
In an age where attention is fragmented and distractions are constant, such gatherings feel almost essential. They remind us of the value of slowing down, listening deeply, and engaging with stories not as fleeting content but as meaningful experiences.
As the final hours of the Crossword’s Book-a-thon draw to a close, what lingers is not just memory, but emotion. It is the quiet satisfaction of having been part of something genuine—something that resonates beyond the moment.
There is a softness to that feeling, a sense of belonging that does not demand attention yet remains deeply present. It is the recognition that stories, in all their forms, continue to shape the way we see the world—and each other.
And perhaps that is the true essence of Crossword’s Book-a-thon. It is not just a celebration of books but of humanity itself. It reminds us that stories are not merely written or read—they are lived, shared, and carried forward. They are the threads that connect us across time and experience, quietly weaving meaning into the fabric of our lives.
