Finally, after what a lot of people might deem to be a lifetime, I am on social media. Ever since I started writing for publication, I was constantly told to get on to social media to ‘spread the word’ or to ‘get closer to readers.’ In the initial phase, after my first book or two, … Read more
The simple explanation to something is generally the best one – isn’t that what Ockham’s Razor says? It may be true in real life, but when it comes to stories, it may not necessarily be true. Most stories for me start when I reject the simple explanation in real life situations and get curious about … Read more
Going on a trek and starting to write a book are similar experiences. You don’t need to know how the entire trek looks to get started. You only need to know the overview at best. It is quite similar when I start a book – I typically choose a theme. I never know what the … Read more
“Do you want your drink hot or cold?” the server at the cafe asked Swami last weekend. We had decided to a try a new one. “Hot,” he said. And I said, “Cold.” Then she went on to another question. “A latte or a cappuccino for you, Sir?” she asked Swami. When he replied, “Latte,” … Read more
In Majuli, the island on the Brahmaputra, it struck me that not every mask hides a smile, some reveal secrets. I read this somewhere on the way to this island, perhaps on the ferry from Jorhat which I took a few years back. Mask making is a major trade in Majuli. It might have been … Read more
I recently finished reading the book ‘Annapurna: The First Conquest of an 8000 Meter Peak’ by Maurice Herzog. It was presented to me by my friend and organizer of the Annapurna Base Camp Trek that I completed in April. It is a gripping account of the first successful summit of an 8000 meter peak (and … Read more
The other day I took the Metro to go somewhere. I had to change at the interchange station (Majestic) and move from one line to the other. I am not a frequent user of the metro. So, I didn’t know the order of the stations in different lines. But I found the metro map that … Read more
In general, my stories are about characters and their conflicts in the real world. They are about heroes or heroines who get over something they are fighting. But what would happen if that fight didn’t get them what they wanted? Would the restlessness go away? The mind of a human being is by its very … Read more
I’m thrilled to share some incredibly exciting news with you today! After much anticipation and hard work, I’m delighted to announce the grand opening of my brand-new online e-store, right here on my website! This new store is your one-stop shop for all my ebooks, making it easier than ever for you to browse, discover, … Read more