With the colder months approaching, there's no greater feeling than having a warm cup of chai and snuggling up with a book. If you're looking for a source of inspiration, what better way than to read the real stories of people who have been through it all and come out on top!
Reading is a source of knowledge and also gives you perspective, but sometimes it's hard to find books relatable. What's more relatable than reading the biographies of South Asian figures?
So make yourself a cup of chai — we've got a list of the top six biographies written by South Asian figures that will surprise and inspire you.
1. Call Me Russell by Russell Peters
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Anglo-Indian-Canadian comic Russell Peters' autobiography goes back generations, gives you an inside look at his rise to fame and shows you how some of his jokes came to be. Starting off his story, Russell writes about the struggles his then-recently immigrated parents went through and the racism Russell and his family endured. This biography also gives you a look on how Canada as a country has progressed significantly when it comes to racism and multiculturalism. His story will make you laugh (obviously), have you in tears (who knew?) and make you chase after your dreams.
2. Race Of My Life by Milkha Singh
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The legend Milkha Singh, also known as "The Flying Sikh," has an autobiography that gives you insight to an undivided India and how most of his family was killed during the partition of India, which left him orphaned. Originally a man who didn't know what running was or what the Olympics were, Milkha has become a sporting icon to his country, India, and he will have you feeling that anything is possible.
3. I Am Malala by Malala Yousafzai
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Read the remarkable story of the brave Malala Yousafzai, who was shot by the Taliban and survived. Get to know the youngest Nobel Peace Prize nominee's journey to survival, fighting for girls' rights and education and her refusal to stay silent. This book will empower you to find your voice — because one voice can make a change.
4. Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me? (And Other Concerns) by Mindy Kaling
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Writer and producer of the hit show The Mindy Project Mindy Kaling has a autobiography that invites readers on a tour of her life — including romances, family, friendships and Hollywood. Her witty observations and random thoughts will make you laugh out loud and leave you feeling like she's your friend.
5. Playing It My Way by Sachin Tendulkar
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Former Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar is regarded as the greatest cricketer of all time — and he's also the most loved. Sachin recounts his 24-year career with stories of practices, what went on behind the playing field and his close encounter with death. Sachin's story is an inspiring tale to never give up and to always stay humble.
6. Wings Of Fire by Abdul Kalam
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Abdul Kalam is an author, a scientist and the former president of India. Abdul's biography covers his early life as well as his work in Indian space research and missile programs. Abdul's story is about inspiring readers to unlock their inner potential. His autobiography inspires you to focus and believe in your goals.
Have you read any of these autobiographies? If so, how did they inspire you? Let us know in the comments below!
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Rana Dakakni
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Rana is a Journalism graduate from London, Ontario. She is proudly Palestinian but has always had a ever-growing fascination with South Asian culture and her vast knowledge of Bollywood surprises many. She is an eyebrow master and lipstick connoisseur, shameless owner of 200 mauve l...
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