For the Blessings of Jupiter and Venus

In For the Blessings of Jupiter and Venus (Washington Writers’ Publishing House), Meena, disillusioned with modern romance, opts for an arranged marriage with Avi, an ambitious and aspiring politician out of Ohio. Soon, Avi begins to face racist attacks from his political rival, forcing the new couple to stand up for their immigrant community while also maintaining their own increasingly shaky relationship. Set in small-town America, Gauri offers a poignant, witty look at the complexities of marriage and cultural identity amidst political and personal challenges.