Ananta Press proudly congratulates Sk Arman Alam, author of Truth Of Reality: “What if everything you believed was an illusion?”, on being officially selected as a Winner of the Ananta Press Sahitya Ratna Award. This recognition celebrates his thoughtful contribution to non-fiction literature and his ability to bring deep philosophical ideas into a simple, meaningful, and reader-friendly form.
Truth Of Reality is not a usual book that follows fictional characters or a traditional storyline. Instead, it takes readers on a mental and spiritual journey. The book begins with the idea of awakening, where it shows how daily habits, routines, and social conditioning often blind us from seeing life clearly. It then moves into questioning, where readers are encouraged to examine their beliefs about success, happiness, time, and identity. Finally, the book leads toward realisation, helping readers look at the world with fresh, clear, and honest eyes.
The Ananta Press Sahitya Ratna Award is given to books that show originality, strong message, literary value, and meaningful contribution to readers. The award committee looks for works that are not only well written, but also capable of creating reflection, awareness, and impact. Truth Of Reality stood out because it does not simply explain philosophy. It invites readers to pause, think, question, and discover their own truth.
At just 120 pages, the book carries powerful ideas without becoming heavy or difficult. Its greatest strength is its accessibility. It does not use complicated academic language. Instead, it presents deep wisdom in a clear and direct way. The book also brings together modern psychological thought and ancient philosophical understanding, making it relevant for today’s readers while still rooted in timeless ideas.
One of the most valuable aspects of Truth Of Reality is its focus on illusion, reality, consciousness, perception, and self-discovery. The book reminds us that what we call reality is often shaped by our senses, society, past experiences, and personal expectations. It also beautifully explores how two people can look at the same situation but experience it completely differently. Through this, the author encourages readers to look within and understand who they truly are beyond outside pressure and borrowed beliefs.
The award committee selected this book because of its originality, clarity, and emotional depth. In a time when many readers are searching for peace, direction, and self-awareness, Truth Of Reality offers an important message. It does not force answers on the reader. Instead, it asks active questions that open the mind and heart. This quality makes the book more than a reading experience. It becomes a personal exercise in awareness.
Feedback by Glenville Ashby
Glenville Ashby appreciated Truth Of Reality for its direct and reflective approach. According to him, the book has the strength to make readers slow down and examine the life they are living. He felt that the author has chosen a difficult subject, but has presented it in a way that common readers can understand. The discussion on illusion and reality was especially meaningful because it connects with everyday human experiences. Glenville observed that the book does not try to impress readers with complex language. Instead, it speaks with honesty and simplicity. He also valued the structure of the book, where awakening leads to questioning and questioning leads to realisation. In his view, this makes the reading journey natural and powerful. He considered the book a valuable contribution to philosophical non-fiction because it encourages inner clarity, independent thinking, and personal transformation.
Feedback by Roxana Jaffer
Roxana Jaffer found Truth Of Reality to be a thoughtful and awakening book. She appreciated how Sk Arman Alam brings together ideas of consciousness, perception, and self-discovery in a simple but deep manner. For her, the strongest part of the book is that it does not behave like a lecture. It speaks to the reader through questions and reflection. She felt that the book allows every reader to enter into a personal conversation with themselves. Roxana also noted that the book’s short length is one of its strengths because it keeps the message focused and powerful. She admired the way the author questions common beliefs about happiness and success, making readers think about whether they are living by their own truth or by society’s expectations. In her opinion, the book deserves recognition because it carries a meaningful message that can stay with readers long after finishing it.
Feedback by Apeksha Gupta
Apeksha Gupta appreciated the originality of Truth Of Reality and its ability to make philosophy feel close to real life. She observed that many philosophical books become difficult for general readers, but this book remains clear and accessible. The author’s writing style allows readers to understand deep concepts without feeling confused or disconnected. Apeksha felt that the theme of perception was very important because it shows how every person creates their own version of reality. She also liked how the book encourages readers to remove borrowed expectations and search for their true identity. According to her, the book has strong literary value because it is not only informative but also introspective. It invites readers to think, question, and change the way they look at themselves and the world. She considered it a deserving winner because of its simplicity, sincerity, and strong inner message.
Feedback by Asha Seth
Asha Seth found Truth Of Reality inspiring because it deals with the inner struggles that many people face silently. She felt that the book is meaningful for readers who are trying to understand life beyond routine, pressure, and social comparison. The author’s focus on awakening impressed her, as it shows how easily people become trapped in habits without questioning whether those habits truly serve them. Asha appreciated that the book does not claim to have all the answers. Instead, it opens a path for readers to find their own answers. She also valued the combination of modern psychological thought with ancient philosophy, which gives the book both freshness and depth. In her view, the book is powerful because it is simple, honest, and relevant. She believed that Truth Of Reality can help readers develop awareness, clarity, and a deeper connection with themselves.
Feedback by Neel Preet
Neel Preet appreciated Truth Of Reality for its calm, clear, and thought-provoking style. He felt that the book’s biggest achievement is its ability to turn abstract philosophical ideas into practical reflections. The discussion on illusion versus reality was especially strong for him because it challenges readers to look beyond appearances and question what they have accepted as truth. Neel observed that the author writes with purpose and does not waste words. Every section of the book seems designed to guide the reader from confusion toward clarity. He also appreciated the active questions placed throughout the book, as they make the reader participate rather than simply read. According to him, the book has a strong impact because it encourages self-awareness without sounding complicated. He considered the book worthy of the Ananta Press Sahitya Ratna Award because it offers wisdom in a simple, modern, and meaningful way.
Feedback by Deepak Seth
Deepak Seth found Truth Of Reality to be a strong non-fiction work with a clear message of self-discovery. He appreciated the way Sk Arman Alam explores the idea that reality is often shaped by perception, conditioning, and inner consciousness. Deepak felt that the book is useful for readers who want to understand themselves beyond outside expectations. He also noted that the book’s structure creates a smooth journey from awakening to questioning and finally to realisation. This makes the book easy to follow and emotionally engaging. He admired the author’s ability to present deep ideas without making them feel heavy. In his opinion, the book’s strength lies in its honesty and its courage to ask difficult questions about life, truth, happiness, and identity. He believed that this work deserves recognition because it encourages readers to think freely and live with greater awareness.
Truth Of Reality is a book that speaks to the mind and the inner self. It reminds readers that life becomes clearer when we begin to question what we have always accepted without thought. Through this work, Sk Arman Alam has offered a meaningful voice in the world of philosophical non-fiction.
Ananta Press congratulates Sk Arman Alam on receiving the Ananta Press Sahitya Ratna Award. We wish him continued success, creative growth, and many more milestones in his literary journey. His contribution through Truth Of Reality is truly valuable, and this recognition is a proud moment for both the author and the literary community.
