The Chapters Lounge with Manjul Bajaj

Join us for a warm and engaging conversation with the celebrated Indian author, Manjul Bajaj on her beautifully layered novel - Once Upon a Summer. This story is a multi-generational ode to love, longing and its power transcend time and space. At this event, we will not only learn about Manjul’s journey with this book but also have her read from her favourite excerpts of this novel.

Date: 19th July, 2025 - 6 PM onwards

Venue: Chapters Bookstore, Gurgaon

Entry free | RSVP required. (Check out to RSVP)

About the Author

Manjul Bajaj is an acclaimed Indian author and former development professional whose storytelling blends lyrical depth with social insight. Her novels and short stories, including Come, Before Evening Falls and In Search of Heer, have been widely shortlisted for prestigious literary awards like the JCB and The Hindu Prize. She also writes for children and in her last book she translated The Book of Bullah, bringing the mystic poetry of Bulleh Shah to new readers.