Twinkle Khanna has added another accolade to her name in a year already brimming with successes. Her latest book, “Welcome to Paradise,” a collection of stories centered on women navigating pivotal junctures in their lives, has swiftly claimed the top spot in the fiction category for 2023 according to the Nielson BookScan, the country’s authoritative sales chart. It has also secured the No. 1 position at Crossword Bookstore.
Expressing her gratitude, Twinkle Khanna shared, “I am overwhelmed by the response and reviews Welcome to Paradise has received. I have always been immersed in the world of words as a reader, and now I am grateful that I have found a place in it as a writer as well.” The book has marked a remarkable milestone, becoming the fastest-moving title on publisher Juggernaut’s list and stands as Khanna’s fastest-selling book to date.
“Welcome to Paradise” delves into themes of marriage, parenthood, death, loneliness, and love, all infused with Khanna’s signature humor and insightful observations. Each story pays homage in various ways to her Ismaili nani and the world she inhabited.
Aside from her literary accomplishments, Khanna made significant strides academically, completing her Master of Arts in Creative Writing at Goldsmiths College, University of London, and achieving an exceptional distinction for her final thesis. This achievement further solidifies her position as the leading women author in 2023 according to Nielsen BookScan’s top 10 list for fiction books released in the same year.
About Twinkle Khanna’s Book – Welcome to Paradise
The book’s Welcome to Paradise narratives navigate the complexities of loneliness, heartbreak, and deception. From Huma’s divided family, humorously divided between ‘Team Cemetery’ and ‘Team Crematorium,’ to Madhura Desai’s impactful email to the chief justice of India advocating for a ‘nice cut-off age’ to die, the stories resonate deeply.
Nusrat grapples with loss and silence along the shores of Satpati, while Amita’s revelation about her breast implants sparks a narrative around Bua, Bangalore, and hidden affairs. With its keen observations, interplay of light and shadow, and Khanna’s trademark wry humor, “Welcome to Paradise” solidifies Khanna’s stature as a masterful storyteller.