Heroes who turned their lives into bestsellers

Not all heroes wear capes; some are just disguised as normal people! In a world where stories of injustice, unequal opportunities and unfortunate events are reported on a daily basis and become common narratives for many, there are some people who dare to go against all odds to create their own success stories. Here we list down inspiring books written by such real-life heroes, who turned their lives into bestsellers. Read on!

In 'I Am No Messiah', actor Sonu Sood shares his experiences and his journey from a small village in Punjab called Moga to the city of dreams- Mumbai. During the strict nationwide lockdown imposed by the Indian government in 2020, Sonu Sood took it upon himself to help distressed Indians, mostly migrant labourers and students, and help them reach their homes safely amidst the Coronavirus pandemic. And thus began his 'Ghar Bhejo' programme, which extended to campaigns like providing jobs, medical facilities and educational aid to the needy with the help of numerous selfless volunteers. This is an inspirational tale of Sonu Sood and the people whose lives he continues to transform.

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'Being Reshma: The Extraordinary Story of an Acid-Attack Survivor Who Took the World by Storm' is a heart-wrenching yet inspiring real-life story of Reshma Qureshi's undying spirit of not just surviving a deadly acid attack, but also rising stronger than before like a phoenix. From battling an acid attack at the age of 17 to making global headlines by being the first acid-attack survivor to walk at the New York Fashion Week, Reshma Qureshi's overcomes all odds to carve a niche for herself in an unjust world.

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