The Lit Club CRCE

03/01/2018

We are sorry to inform you that the 'Verba Maximus Mumbai' event has been cancelled on account of the riots. Our apologies to all the participants.

29/12/2017

The Lit Club is proud to bring to you ' Verba Maximus Mumbai Regionals' events

Date- 3rd January.

Venue- Father Conceicao Rodrigues, College of Engineering, Bandra West.

Timing - After 1 pm.

Showcase your skills and win a chance to compete at Hyderabad in the finals.

29/12/2017

Are you ready to kick off the new year with a great start?!

Well, look no further. The LitClub is proud to bring to you one of our biggest events 'Mumbai regionals of Verba Maximus' held by BITS Hyderabad.

Venue- Father Conceicao Rodrigues, College of Engineering, Bandra West.

🗓- 3rd January.

🕐- After 1 pm.

The Literary fest consists of three amazing competitions:-

1. The Debate -

-This is a conventional 1v1 debate. Participants will be split into groups of two.
-Each participant will be given 10 minutes for preparation.
-Each participant has 3 minutes to speak, and 1 minute for their rebuttal.

2. The Man From Amorium-

-This is a writing event. The skeletal structure is given and you have to make the body. We'll give you what happens; you've got to describe how it is actually happening.
- Each participant will be given a sheet of paper and a plot outline, it is up to them to flesh out the plot, to the best of their storytelling abilities.
- There is no word limit, but the participant has to complete his/her story within a stipulated time of 90 minutes.

3. VM Poetry Slam-

-A poetry competition wherein one reads/recites original work and it must be in the English language.
- Poems can be on any subject and in any style.
- Each poet gets a maximum of four minutes (plus a ten-second grace period) to read one poem. If the poet goes over time, points will be deducted from the total score.

For more information you can visit-

https://bitsvm.in/

https://m.facebook.com/verbamaximus/

NOTE-

- The registrations are free of cost !
- These will be on the spot.
- Outside college students are more than welcome!

The prizes are as follows-

1. First Place – Fully funded travel to Hyderabad and free accommodation.Tickets to comedy shows (Karunesh Talwar and Kunal Kamra) and a chance to compete in the finals at Hyderabad!

2. Second Place–
Free accommodation at Hyderabad and tickets to the comedy shows.

3. Third Place – Free accommodation at Hyderabad.

So get ready to showcase your Lit skills!

02/10/2017

On this day!

W***y Otto Oskar Ley (October 2, 1906 – June 24, 1969) was a German-American science writer, spaceflight advocate, and historian of science who helped to popularize rocketry, spaceflight, and natural history in both Germany and the United States.

In 1949, Ley published an article Do Prehistoric Monsters Still Exist? which popularised the living dinosaur idea and included a discussion on the Mokele-mbembe legend. Ley collected much source material on anomalous animals for his writings. Science historian Brian Regal has noted that Ley "copied entire chapters of Heuvelmans's On the Track of Unknown Animals for his own reference."

Famous quotes:-

Ideas, like large rivers, never have just one source.

Why should we try for space travel? It cannot be a substance of any kind that can be expected to pay. It can only be something intangible, not involving haulage, which is at the same time more valuable. There is something like that: Knowledge.

25/09/2017

On this day!

William Cuthbert Faulkner born on September 25, 1897 was an American writer and Nobel Prize laureate from Oxford, Mississippi. Faulkner wrote novels, short stories, a play, poetry, essays, and screenplays.

In an interview with the Paris review he stated
"Let the writer take up surgery or bricklaying if he is interested in technique. There is no mechanical way to get the writing done, no shortcut. The young writer would be a fool to follow a theory. Teach yourself by your own mistakes; people learn only by error. The good artist believes that nobody is good enough to give him advice. He has supreme vanity. No matter how much he admires the old writer, he wants to beat him."

Famous quotes

“Facts and truth really don’t have much to do with each other.”

"A writer needs three things, experience, observation, and imagination, any two of which, at times any one of which, can supply the lack of the others."

"An artist is a creature driven by demons. He doesn't know why they choose him and he's usually too busy to wonder why."

21/09/2017

On this Day

151 years ago, in 1866, a prolific writer, best remembered for his science fiction novels was born at Atlas House, 46 High Street, Bromley, Kent. Born the fourth and last child to Joseph Wells and Sarah Neal, Hebert George Wells is now remembered as a "father of science fiction". Nominated four times for the Nobel Prize in Literature, his notable science fiction works include include The Time Machine, The Island of Doctor Moreau, and The Invisible Man. From an early date, he was also an outspoken socialist, often sympathising with pacifist views. His later works became increasingly political and didactic. He wrote little science fiction, while he sometimes indicated on official documents that by profession, he was a journalist. Novels like Kipps and The History of Mr Polly, which describe lower-middle-class life, led to the idea that he was a worthy successor to Charles Dickens.

70 years ago, in 1947, an American author of horror, supernatural fiction, suspense, science fiction, and fantasy was born to Donald Edwin King and Nellie Ruth, in Portland, Maine. Stephen Edwin King has published 54 novels, including seven under the pen name Richard Bachman, and nearly 200 short stories. Many of his books have been adapted into feature films, most notably, his novella Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption was the basis for the film, The Shawshank Redemption, which is widely regarded as one of the greatest films of all time. Described as the "King of Horror", his notable works include Carrie, The Shining, and The Dark Tower series. He has received Bram Stoker Awards, World Fantasy Awards, and British Fantasy Society Awards.

17/09/2017

After the five hours, one movie, and three games, we walked away from the Ice Breaker with bonds created. The time spent yesterday in the college for the event was fun and the members had lots of fun. We thank you all for coming and making it a memorable event.

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01/09/2017

Today marks the start of the academic year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. We at the Literary Club, understand the fun and excitement about the year and if you too, like us, have not received your letter, fret not. Do visit or blog to read the latest story about a muggle-born starting their first year at Hogwarts. Enjoy the fun and spread the magic!

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29/08/2017

The team that made it all happen!!

As the VCP, I am incredibly honored to be heading an amazing group of hard working members.

You'll left early, Annabelle D'souza Sumedh Deshpande.

Sorry Shivam Tripathi and Neel Kudu ; you guys weren't there. :P

Special shout-out to Benita for having the most number of registrations, each with words of 20+. Congratulations on your efforts!

23/08/2017

💸 Want to make easy money? 💸
✒ Well all you have to do is spread the word.........across that paper. 📃

This Synergy 2k17, the Literary Club is proud to bring back to you, our signature event, Word Blitz! 📝

All you have to do, is pick up a chit having an alphabet written on it. 🔠
📝 Based on the alphabet, write down as many words as possible in one minute. ⏱

🏆 The contestant with the maximum number of words wins! 🏆

Entry Fee: Rs 10/-

The winning prizes are:-
1st position- Rs 300/-
2nd position - Rs 200/-

There will be five different spots where you can find a Word Blitz box. You can play the game at any of these spots:
💥 Outside Samvaad.
💥 Outside CC Labs.
💥 Steps.
💥 Outside ED Hall.
💥 Old Canteen area.

☎ Contact: ☎
Sela - 09022251197
Sumedh - 09029527283

18/08/2017

Hello, guys!

The Membership Drive of The Literary Club of CRCE is on!

The club encourages students to explore the world beyond it's technicalities. Everyone is a writer, this is our firm belief. Here's the club's invitation to dive into the world of endless possibilities, explore your talents and understand more about literature.

Our members get different benefits like:

1.) 📚 Book Bank Facility with Fictional and Nonfictional bestsellers, where titles range from A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini to Dating Rules. 📚

2.) 💛 Workshops that revolve around expressing yourself and developing your personality. 💙

3.) 📜 Fun and collaborative activities to help you come out of your comfort zone and step into the world where the magic exists. 🎤

4.) 💸 Concessions on different events that we organize such as stand ups, the spoken word and many more. 💸

5.) 🎤 A platform on many social networks to showcase your writing talent, in languages of your choosing. 🔈

6.) 📓 A hardcopy of our newsletter 'The Seaside Journal', wherein you can gaze upon the works of your friends. 📓

Fees: Rs.150/-(yearly)

With the month long early-bird offer, you could register at Rs 100/-

For further details, please contact:
Sela - 09022251197
Sumedh - 09029527283

21/03/2017

"Poetry is just the evidence of life. If your life is burning well, poetry is just the ash."
-Leonard Cohen

The Club sends you all best wishes on World Poetry Day. Today, send poems, not nudes.

18/03/2017

11/10/2016

"Thinking: the talking of the soul with itself."
-Plato
Unless one learns to accept his own thoughts, he cannot express himself confidently. At The Literary Club, we want you to open your mind to new avenues and possibilities and extend the reach of your thoughts by:
1. Engaging in Creative Writing Workshops,
2. Learning the art of Spoken Poetry and participating in Open Mics and Poetry Slams, and
3. Reading and Contributing to our very own Periodic Newsletter - "Seaside Journal".

Register on this link: https://goo.gl/forms/TvIoYGs4HMFluDKx2

Fees: Rs. 100/- (yearly)

For further details, please contact:
Rukhsar 08655545206
Aishwarya 09869369884

10/10/2016

"A single conversation across the table with a wise man is worth a month's study of books."
At The Literary Club, we're all about promoting the community spirit and bringing people together to share and interact. In the four years of engineering, it isn't uncommon for people to lose the voracious reader inside them, and this is exactly what we aim to eradicate through activities like:
1. Book Readings & Discussions, where you can surround yourself with the best company - books & like-minded people,
2. Book Fairs to let loose the bibliophilic monster within you,
3. Interactive Sessions with distinguished people, and
4. Visits to places that breathe literature.

Register on this link: https://goo.gl/forms/TvIoYGs4HMFluDKx2

Fees: Rs. 100/- (yearly)

For further details, please contact:
Rukhsar 08655545206
Aishwarya 09869369884

08/10/2016

Hello, guys! The Membership Drive of The Literary Club of CRCE is on!
Here's the Club calling out to not just bibliophiles and writers, but also to all those who find it difficult to express themselves and want to build on their soft skills. Lit Club offers you a platform to Learn, with:
1. A Book Bank Facility with Fictional and Nonfictional bestsellers, where titles range from A Thousand Splendid Sons by Khaled Hosseini to Dating Rules,
2. Workshops that revolve around expressing yourself and developing your personality, and
3. Fun and collaborative activities to help you come out of your comfort zone and step into the world where the magic happens!

Register on this link: https://goo.gl/forms/TvIoYGs4HMFluDKx2

Fees: Rs. 100/- (yearly)

For further details, please contact:
Rukhsar 08655545206
Aishwarya 09869369884

28/08/2016

Shoutout to our very cooperative, supportive, and generous sponsors, Bookchor.com! Thank you for swooping in at the right time and offering your support at such a short notice.

Guys, if you're looking for books at prices that are a steal, log on to bookchor.com or download the BookChor app. All books, new and used, available for as less as 40 bucks! Plus, they also send cute little notes and bookmarks along with the books. Here's your chance to pamper the reader inside you!