"Over the years, we have created a lot of self-published titles like various issues of A5 zine, covering topics like surveillance and counter-culture movements. They will be showcased at the space," says the 35-year-old Himanshu. Besides, the space will also house books, independent publications and graphic novels from Indian and international authors like George Orwell and Roald Dahl.

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"In 2005, when street booksellers were shooed away from Churchgate and Fountain area, we picked up Rs 3 lakh worth of books and over the years, we have been consistently buying books. So, we have a large collection of titles. However, we will only display books related to art, culture and activism," he adds. The book house will also serve as a space for city’s art enthusiasts to engage with works by independent artists.