Book Giveaway: Signed Copy of Operation Mom {Reenita M. Hora}
Goodreads Synopsis of Operation Mom {Reenita M. Hora}
Ila, a Mumbai-based teenager, is going nuts with Veena, her controlling, single mother who prevents her from stalking her pop idol, Ali Zafar. Veena wants her daughter to date real guys in the lead-up to finding a husband. But Ila decides that the only way to get her mom off her back is by finding her a boyfriend instead.
My Thoughts on Operation Mom {Reenita M. Hora}:
Ok first of all, I think this might be one of the most adorable covers I’ve seen. SO CUTE! I love the drawings, I love the hearts, I love the colors. Totally adorable.
My favorite parts of this book were the descriptions of Mumbai. Between the characters, the settings, and the storylines all told within the pages of this book, I received such an in depth description of the culture which I found so incredibly interesting.
I was also fascinated by the trials and tribulations of online dating! Omg! Being that I personally have never participated in online dating, I found the online dating parts of this book to be so fascinating!
This book is so quick, you could easily read it in 1 or 2 days. Only 215 pages! I love short books so much.
A Conversation With Reenita M. Hora, in Her Own Words:
What inspired you to write Operation Mom?
Operation Mom: My Plan to Get My Mom a Life and a Man takes inspiration from the badass cast of female characters that have been front and center all my life — my female friends and family members…and of course the males among them who cannot get in a word edgewise! I also wanted to bring readers to Mumbai, the city of chaos that molded my own young adult adventures and has shaped my identity as a storyteller and a citizen of life.
What was the most fun part of writing Operation Mom?
Being a Mumbai native, I thought I had it all figured out — I knew exactly where I wanted to set the story, the places brimming with that unique Mumbai energy and the kind of character chaos that would make your head spin. But, here’s the twist. This book is for the young adults out there, and even though I’m technically an adult now (well, at least in size, if not in maturity), I had to dive headfirst into the madness of the current Mumbai young adult scene. So, picture this: me, having a blast chatting with my school-going nephew and his pals, picking up their lingo, comparing mindsets from my time to theirs, and embracing the change with open arms. It was like stepping into a whirlwind of fun and excitement! But there was more crazy research to be done — I hopped on those long bus rides, my friend, exploring the city, and planted myself in iconic spots like Swati Snacks and Kalaghoda Cafe (yep, they’re featured in the story!). You know what I did there? People-watching and eavesdropping on conversations like a true undercover author. Research has never been this entertaining!
And then let’s talk about characters. Creating them was so much fun. I pondered over their flaws and quirks because, let’s face it, that’s what makes us beautifully imperfect beings, right? I wanted to capture the sometimes-rocky relationships between mother and daughter, friend and friend, husband and wife, and, of course, boy and girl. My aim was to sprinkle humor and heartfelt moments throughout the entire journey, embracing the rawness and authenticity of my characters. No hiding their stubbornness or intelligence, my friend! Here’s the kicker: Ila and Veena, the mother-daughter duo, are essentially cut from the same cloth. It’s like looking at the zany women in my own household, including Yours Truly, and honing in on the traits and quirks that define our perfectly imperfect selves!
Without giving away any spoilers, what are some takeaway messages that you hope that readers will gain from reading Operation Mom?
I wanted to bring to readers young adult women’s fiction set in contemporary Mumbai; to introduce a bunch of zany female characters inspired by my own family and friends. But I am SO sure they will remind you of the crazy characters that you know and love in your own world. This is a story for someone who wants heartwarming comedic relief by taking a deep dive into the beautiful messiness of family dynamics. You’ll find yourself immersed in a world filled with humor, warmth, and moments that tug at your heartstrings. Like in my favorite TV show, ‘Friends’, I wanted to create characters that you feel are like your own buddies going through the ups and downs of life. And I wanted to provide a fresh take on the coming-of-age genre, exploring the fascinating dynamics of familial relationships, especially the unbreakable bond between a mother and daughter. You know, in India, it’s usually the moms playing matchmaker for their daughters, but this time, the daughter’s taking charge and turning things upside down! Finally, if you’re yearning to visit India, this book is like a little slice of Mumbai, sprinkled with humor, love, and a whole lot of heart.
Where can your books be purchased?
Operation Mom: My Plan to Get My Mom a Life and a Man is available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org. Links are here:
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Operation-Mom-Plan-Get-Life/dp/1958503096
Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/operation-mom-reenita-hora-malhotra/1142669408
Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/p/books/operation-mom-reenita-hora-malhotra/18959171
Any additional information that you would like to provide about you or your book:
Yes! Operation Mom: My Plan to Get My Mom a Life and a Man has just won a slew of awards which I am absolutely thrilled about ! It has won:
- Grand Prize Winner in THE ERIC HOFFER for “Romance”
- Grand Prize Winner in CHATELAINE for “Romance Fiction”
- First Place in DANTE ROSSETTI for “Young Adult”
- Finalist in MARK TWAIN for “Humor & Satire”
- Indie Reader Discovery Award for Romance category
And the screenplay of Operation Mom is the Winner of the – Santa Barbara International Screenplay Awards (screenplay adaptation of the book)
Book Giveaway (1 Signed Copy):
***GIVEAWAY DETAILS***
Would you like to win a signed copy of Operation Mom? I have a signed copy to give away! If you are a US resident, your signed book will be mailed directly to you. If you are an international follower, an ebook will be emailed to you.
To be entered, just leave a comment below (on this blog post)! Your comment can be about anything!
**You must comment below to be eligible for the giveaway and you must comment here on this blog post (not on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram)**
Giveaway will close tomorrow (6/1/23) at 6:00 pm CDT and the 2 winners will be randomly chosen and announced here on my blog on Friday (6/2/23).
I will post a video here on Friday of me choosing the winners!
Good luck! Can’t wait to read your comments!
Xo,
Jenny
Thank you so much for reading Book Coffee Happy! I would be so thankful if you could do the following to support my favorite hobby…
*Follow me on Instagram* (I am VERY active on Instagram and usually update my Instastories daily)
*Please share this site with your book and blog loving friends!*
*Subscribe with your email address to my blog (scroll all the way to the bottom of this page on mobile devices OR check the top right of this screen to enter your email address)*
*If you already have a blog, please “follow” mine*
*”Like” my Facebook page (and please comment on, “like”, and share my posts)*
*Follow me on Twitter*
*Subscribe to my YouTube channel*
*Clicking and buying products through my Amazon Affiliate links. The cost to you is exactly the same and I receive a tiny commission off of your purchases.*
*Leaving a positive review on my Facebook page*
Click HERE for the 13 best books I read in 2022
Book Coffee Happy’s most viewed posts of 2022 can be found HERE
Book Coffee Happy 