Matters India Reporter
Mumbai, Feb 6, 2025: Salesian Sister Teresa Joseph, a Mumbai-based nun, has been conferred the prestigious Golden Book Award 2025 for her self-help and motivational book.
The award, hosted by Wings Publication International, was presented at an event held on January 31, which brought together renowned authors and publishers.
Sister Teresa’s book — “Dream Big Dream True – 35 Tips to make the best of your life” — first published in 2004, has made a significant impact on readers, spreading positivity and motivation.
The book covers essential themes such as self-love, self-confidence, optimism, trust, forgiveness, and friendship among others.
Receiving the award, Sister Teresa expressed her gratitude, saying, “The Golden Book Award has given me another chance to experience the depth of my conviction. I’m delighted that my book passed the rigorous selection process.”
Manika Singh, CEO of the Wings Publication International, congratulated Sister Teresa, stating, “We’re honored to feature you on our platform, recognizing your exceptional contribution to impacting readers across genres.”
The book, now in its 10th edition, has been translated into several languages, including Marathi, Hindi, Braille, and Khasi. It has received a Best-Seller award and five-star reviews on Amazon.
Professor Cosmas Rynshon, who wrote the foreword to the Khasi edition, praised the book, saying, “Such contents on self-help and motivation do not exist in Khasi.”
Sister Teresa, who holds a doctorate in Education, credits her writing inspiration to her professors during her study days at Auxilium, Rome, who emphasized the importance of writing for teachers.