In a world where everything is increasingly judged by productivity and numbers, there are few places (especially on the internet) that let you just be. Shreya Punj, or The Editor Recommends as Instagram would recognise, tries to create that feeling, but specifically about reading and writing. If you've been looking to read without being pressured by bookstagram and write better, you should be following Indian publishing's coolest editor, who knows the ins and outs of what makes a book, and makes it fun. So we had a little chat, and here are a few of our favourite editor's favourite things.
A Few Of Shreya Punj's Favourite Things
myPaperclip Notebooks
₹395
I love using the notebooks from myPaperclip. I love the paper quality, the various colours, and the simplicity of these. I prefer using the blank A5 size.
Sunscreen
₹951
PhotoHydra 360. My dermatologist recommended this to me, and I've been using it for the last two years. It leaves no white cast, keeps the skin hydrated, and applies well under makeup.
(Recent) Favourite Book
₹399
Manjhi's Mayhem by Tanuj Solanki. It's a fast-paced crime novel set in Bombay that will leave you breathless from the excitement and action. It's so brilliant and I'm going to recommend it to EVERYONE.
DIOR Forever Liquid Lipstick
₹3700
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DIOR Forever Liquid Lipstick in the shade 458 is my favourite. It's so easy to apply, feels so light on the lips, and has impressive staying power. I loved using Kylie's liquid lipsticks earlier but as I'm growing older, I prefer lipsticks that don't dry out my lips.
Areca Palm
₹2999
Although my favourite house plant is whichever one stays alive! Right now, my snake plant and Areca palm make my house feel like home.
Staedtler Text Surfers
₹695
I love reading with a pencil in my hand and dry highlighter pencils are the best for this. I've tried several brands and the Staedtler Text Surfers are excellent.
Notes App
I use GoodReads to track my reading sporadically. But I prefer tracking my books in a journal, or on my Notes app.
Home Decor
My home decor style is fairly minimal. I don't have too many tchotchkes as almost all the free space in my house is occupied by books. So, I don't have a specific brand that I love but I've bought many interesting things from MODERN QUESTS. I also love the cushion covers from Limon and The Greige Warp, and bought several functional pieces from Made with Spin (love their Cora Storage Box).
Kama's Bringadi Hair Oil
₹450
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It reduces frizziness, keeps the scalp healthy, and most importantly, is easy to wash off. For hair styling, the Dyson AirWrap is amazing. If like me you have a LOT of hair, styling takes time so do keep that in mind before buying this.
The Whole Truth Chocolates
₹549
I'm obsessed with The Whole Truth's chocolates. My favourite is the Quinoa Crunchy Milk Chocolate.