Two new books from Menike Sumanasekera

Two new books authored by seasoned writer Menike Sumanasekera were released recently. Sumanasekera is a well-known author and public speaker on positive thinking, psychotherapist and a counsellor in psychology. Egeneemen Dakshayek Veemata Nam (To Excel in Studies), the first book of the two, is targeted towards students. Sumanasekera has previously authored several books for children - including the widely popular Vibagayaen Niyatha Jayak (Definitive Success in Exams). She has used feedback received from students who presented many of the obstacles they faced as the foundation for authoring her new book - aimed at guiding them to overcome such challenges. A primary objective of this book is to explain proper techniques and methods of studying.

The author discusses many essential points around this topic such as listening to teachers, writing notes, studying from books, how it goes into their memory, pre-preparation for exams, writing and structuring answers, the writing speed and style and time management. The book is authored in her simple writing style which is easy to understand for students and young children. She has strived to highlight the importance of teaching students the proper techniques as early as possible and how this can guide them to achieve success in both their academic and personal activities.

Titled Bududhahamai Asirimath Sobha Dahamai (Buddhism and Nature), her next book is aimed at wider audience. It contains many facts and details around the beginning of man, life, nature and the universe.

Sumanasekera has endeavoured to help interpret the many sayings in Buddhism which explain the nature and universe and the importance for properly comprehending it.