Below is a brief summary of popular books, grouped based on its author name.
O. V. Vijayan:
Khasakkinte Itihasam: The debut novel of O. V. Vijayan, published in 1969, is a semi-autobiographical work that tells the story of Raghuraman, a young man who comes to a remote village in Kerala to teach at a school. It is widely considered one of the greatest novels in Malayalam literature and also awarded Vayalar award.
Gurusagaram: This novel was published in 1987 and narrates the story of a teacher’s life, his student’s life and their collective quest for identity and meaning in life.
M. T. Vasudevan Nair:
Randamoozham: This novel, published in 1984, is a retelling of the Indian epic Mahabharata from the perspective of Bhima, the second of the Pandavas. It won several awards, including the Kerala Sahitya Akademi Award, and is widely considered one of the greatest works of M. T. Vasudevan Nair.
Manju: This novel was published in 1964 and tells the story of a young man’s journey of self-discovery, set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing society.
Kaalam: This novel was published in 1969, narrates the story of a young man’s journey to find success and fulfillment in life, set against the backdrop of the political and social changes of the time.
M. Mukundan:
Mayyazhippuzhayude Theerangalil: This novel, published in 1974, is set in a fishing village in north Kerala and tells the story of the lives and struggles of the people living there. It won several awards, including the Kerala Sahitya Akademi Award and is widely considered a masterpiece of Malayalam literature.
God’s Mischief: This novel, published in 1989, tells the story of a man who embarks on a journey to find answers to questions about the nature of existence and identity
S. K. Pottekkatt:
Oru Desathinte Katha: This novel, written in 1965, is set in a small village in North Kerala and is widely considered as one of the greatest works of the author. The novel explores the theme of the relationship between the individual and society.
Oru Theruvinte Katha: This novel, written in 1960, is set in a small village in North Kerala and tells the story of the lives and struggles of the
Perumbadavam Sreedharan:
Oru Sankeerthanam Pole: This novel, written in 1993, is a satirical work that explores the theme of religious fundamentalism and its impact on society.
K. R. Meera:
Aarachaar: This novel, published in 2012, is set in a small village in Kerala and tells the story of a woman’s struggle for survival and freedom in a patriarchal society. It won several awards including the Kerala Sahitya Akademi Award and is widely considered one of the greatest novels of K. R. Meera.
Vaikom Muhammad Basheer:
Balyakalasakhi: This novel, published in 1944, is considered a modern classic, the story revolves around the love of a young boy and a girl, it explores the theme of unrequited love, it’s written in simple language and captures the essence of village life in Kerala.
Pathummayude Aadu: This novel, published in 1959, is a humorous work that tells the story of a young boy’s adventures with a donkey in a small village in Kerala.
Premalekhanam: This novel, published in 1943, is a humorous work that tells the story of a young man’s attempts to win the love of a woman.
Mathilukal: This novel, published in 1965, tells the story of a political prisoner’s life in a prison and the relationship he develops with a woman he never meets, through the walls of the prison.
Vaikom Muhammad Basheer:
Viddikalude Swargam: This novel, published in 1948, tells the story of a young man’s journey to find success and fulfillment in life, set against the backdrop of the political and social changes of the time.
Ntuppuppakkoranendarnnu: This novel, published in 1951, is a humorous work that tells the story of a young man’s adventures in a small village in Kerala.
Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai:
Chemmeen: This novel, published in 1956, is set in the coastal village of Chellanam and is widely considered a landmark in Malayalam literature for its powerful portrayal of the lives and struggles of the fisherfolk community. It also won the Sahitya Akademi Award in 1965.
Kayar: This novel, published in 1978, depicts the lives of the people in a village in the backwaters of Kerala, India, and their struggles and challenges. The novel is considered a masterpiece and is widely considered as one of the greatest works in Malayalam literature.
Thottiyude Makan: This novel, published in 1947, is set in a small village in North Kerala and tells the story of the lives and struggles of the people living there.
Randidangazhi: This novel, published in 1964, is set in a small village in North Kerala and tells the story of the lives and struggles of the people living there.
Paulo Coelho :
The Alchemist: This novel, Published in 1988, is a international best-seller
Sethu:
Pandavapuram: This novel, published in 1995, is set in a small village in North Kerala and tells the story of the lives and struggles of the people living there, in a style that combines elements of myth, folklore and reality.
Benyamin:
Goat Days: This novel, published in 2008, is based on the true story of a migrant worker from Kerala, India, who is forced to work in Saudi Arabia as a goat herder. The novel tells the story of his struggles and eventual escape, and is widely considered as one of the most powerful works of contemporary Malayalam literature.
Malayattoor Ramakrishnan:
Yakshi: This novel, published in 1967, is set in a small village in North Kerala and tells the story of the lives and struggles of the people living there, with a focus on the plight of women.
Verukal: This novel, published in 1966, is set in a small village in North Kerala and tells the story of the lives and struggles of the people living there.
Yanthram: This novel, written by Malayattoor Ramakrishnan, is set in a small village in North Kerala, narrates the story of the lives and struggles of the people living there.
Subash Chandran:
Manushyanu Oru Aamukham: This novel, published in 2010, is set in a small village in North Kerala and tells the story of the lives and struggles of the people living there, with a focus on the plight of Dalits.
P. K. Balakrishnan:
Aba mujhe sone do: This novel, published in 1973, is set in a small village in North Kerala and tells the story of the lives and struggles of the people living there, with a focus on the plight of the poor.
Sarah Joseph:
Aalahayude Penmakkal: This novel, published in 1999, is a feminist work that tells the story of the lives and struggles of the women of a small village in North Kerala. It won several awards, including the Kerala Sahitya Akademi Award.
Kamala Suraiyya:
Ente Katha: This novel, published in 1973, is an autobiographical work that tells the story of the author’s life and struggles, with a focus on the plight of women in a patriarchal society.
Nashtappetta Neelambari: This novel, published in 2009, is a feminist work that tells the story of the lives and struggles of the women of a small village in North Kerala, in a style that combines elements of myth, folklore, and reality.
Kottarathil Sankunni:
Aithihyamala: This novel, written by Kottarathil Sankunni, is a collection of stories that tell the stories of the lives and struggles of the people of a small village in North Kerala.
Punathil Kunjabdulla:
Smarakasilakal: This novel, published in 1977, is set in a small village in North Kerala and tells the story of the lives and struggles of the people living there, with a focus on the plight of the poor.
T. P. Rajeevan:
Paleri Manikyam: Oru Pathirakolapathakathinte Katha: This novel, published in 2009, is a mystery and crime novel that tells the story of a young man’s quest to uncover the truth about his mother’s death.
T. D. Ramakrishnan:
Francis Itty Cora: This novel, published in 2009, is a crime and mystery novel that tells the story of a young man’s quest to uncover the truth about his father’s death.
Lalithambika Antharjanam:
Agnisakshi: This novel, published in 1976, is a feminist work that tells the story of the lives and struggles of the women of a small village in North Kerala.
A. P. J. Abdul Kalam:
Wings of Fire: This is an autobiographical work which published in 1999, written by the former President of India Dr. A.P.J Abdul Kalam, the book tells the story of his life
Hareesh S.:
Meesha: This novel, published in 2018, is set in a small village in North Kerala and tells the story of the lives and struggles of the people living there, with a focus on the plight of the poor and the marginalized.
C. V. Raman Pillai:
Marthandavarma: This novel, published in 1891, is widely considered a classic of Malayalam literature, it’s a historical fiction that narrates the political and social life of the state of Travancore in the late 18th century.
C. V. Balakrishnan:
The Book of Passing Shadows: This novel, published in 1984, is a mystery and crime novel that tells the story of a young man’s quest to uncover the truth about a series of murders in a small village in North Kerala.
Uroob:
Sundarikalum Sundaranmarum: This novel, published in 1958, is set in a small village in North Kerala and tells the story of the lives and struggles of the people living there, with a focus on the plight of the poor and the marginalized.
Kottarathil Sankunni
Aithihyamala: This novel is a collection of stories that narrates legends and myths of Kerala, it’s considered as one of the valuable works of Kottarathil Sankunni.
Joseph Annamkutty Jose
Daivathinte Charanmar: You Could be One: This novel, published in 2019, is a story of a man who is searching for the essence of divinity and spirituality in the present world.
These are the brief descriptions of the books you’ve mentioned.
Some of these books are considered classics of Malayalam literature and have won many awards and accolades. They all explore a wide range of themes, including social, cultural and political issues and are written by some of the most celebrated authors in Malayalam literature.