Thinking Of Winter - Release Date December 22, 2025

Everyone loves their dogs, and every dog is a good boy—but Winter was different. When Shantanu Naidu welcomed the golden retriever into his life, he skipped all the usual rules of puppyhood: no chewed shoes, no tantrums, no sleepless nights. Winter arrived as a gentleman from the start—calm, dignified, yet deeply affectionate. From the snowy streets of Ithaca to the bustling chaos of Mumbai, it was often just the two of them—man and dog—navigating the world together. Along the way, Naidu discovered lessons in Winter’s generosity, bravery, and quiet wisdom. This is not just a book about a dog; it is a tender chronicle of companionship, resilience, and the surprising ways a four-legged friend can shape a life. Shantanu Naidu, general manager and head of strategic initiatives at Tata Motors, serves on the board of Tata Small Animal Hospital Mumbai and is the founder of Goodfellows India and Mumbai Bookies. His debut book, I Came Upon a Lighthouse, a memoir of life with Ratan Tata, is a bestseller.