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New Delhi: Navratri 2025, which began on September 22, 2025, is a celebration of the divine Goddess Maa Durga. During this 9-day festival, people worship Maa Durga’s vigorous nine forms with great devotion and enthusiasm. People celebrate the garba nights, dandiya events, pandal hopping, and festive fashion. While it is a time to celebrate tradition, culture, and heritage, it is also the time to think and reconnect with the spiritual side of the festival. And what is a better way than reading timeless stories of Maa Durga and her victories over Mahisasura?

Many authors around the world have redefined Maa Durga’s fierce image through powerful storytelling. These books are not traditional or holy book-inspired; they explore Maa Durga as a cultural icon, a symbol of feminism, and a force of resilience. This Durga Puja, immerse yourself in tales that redefine and reimagine Maa Durga with these five must-read books.

Top 5 books that redefined Maa Durga’s legacy to read during this festive season

This Durga Puja 2025, discover the following 5 books by Indian authors that reimaginate Maa Durga and celebrate devotion, mythology, and the power of Shakti.

1. The Book of Durga by Nilima Chitgopekar

One of the popular books to read during this festive season is the Book of Durga by Bulbul Sharma, which retells the story of Maa Durga with warmth and simplicity, attracting Gen Z readers. The book delves into the journey of Maa Durga’s many forms, from the invincible warrior to the gentle consort of Shiva.

2. Amma, Tell Me About Durga Puja by Bhakti Mathur

Although a children’s book, Amma, Tell Me About Durga Puja by Bhakti Mathur, introduces Durga Puja through an engaging, rhyming text and captivating illustrations. This book works well for people who don’t like to read long texts.

3. Shakti Rising: Embracing Shadow and Light on the Goddess Path by Wholeness Kavitha M. Chinnaiyan

This self-help book is a delightful way to learn about the different forms of Maa Durga and the divine feminine energy (Shakti) within. The book provides practical guidance to help readers understand and integrate their inner darkness and light, leading to self-acceptance and wholeness.

4. Devi by Anuja Chandramouli

This mytho-fiction novel retells the stories of the contrasting forms of Goddess Durga, from Mahamaya to Kali, encouraging readers to rethink their understanding of gods and goddesses and embrace their inner Shakti.

5. Mahishasuramardini: Tales of Durga by Usha R.

Usha R. focuses on the ferocious battle between Maa Durga and Mahishasura, but adds new layers and perspectives that redefine the Goddess as both fierce and compassionate. This book will help you reimagine Maa Durga not only as a warrior who destroys evil but also as a nurturer of life.

Durga Puja 2025 is the time to go overboard with the celebrations by diving into books that have redefined Maa Durga for modern readers. These books by Indian authors have successfully brought alive Maa Durga’s power and resilience once again in the fast-paced world detached from traditions and spirituality.