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How do you feel your writing style has evolved over the years between your two books?
Historical fiction requires a taut balance between history (background), research, and a racy plot.
Read more >Can you share a bit about your writing process as a duo?
Having a firm idea of how the book should unfold helped us craft the story in a defined way.
Read more >Your book ‘Dead to Them’ has recently completed three years. How has been the response from the readers?
The response from readers to ‘Dead to Them’ has been overwhelmingly positive. Even after its recent completion of three years, there has been a remarkable revival in sales.
Read more >What is ‘When The Mountains Moved’ about?
‘When The Mountains Moved’, my second romance novel, is a heartwarming love story of the protagonist Preethi, as she embarks on a trek to the mystical Himalayas with her friends.
Read more >What is the book ‘Harried to be Married’ all about?
This story follows the hilarious trials and tribulations of the illustrious Jha family’s quest for a bride for their heir apparent, Nikhil Jha.
Read more >What messages or reflections do you aim to leave them with?
Most definitely fiction. Delving into raw settings, life philosophies, and the mystical realm beyond our physical perception.
Read more >What themes or ideas did you want to explore through the story?
‘Overdose’ was the fruit of a creative writing piece I drafted during a ‘short story writing’ workshop in the 9th grade. What began as a ‘short story set in my home country’ gradually transformed into a compelling narrative about the repercussions of living a life with a reckless disregard for moral values.
Read more >What can readers expect in terms of historical accuracy and research in ‘Shadows and Secrets’?
The essence of historical fiction lies in world-building. It necessitates the recreation of the past and the specific time period, while remaining mindful of the social mores, conventions, and ways of that era.
Read more >How does Delhi’s ambiance influence the characters and their choices?
Delhi plays a significant role in the book. I have observed that the pressures for material success are more intense in the capital city, and this influence is reflected in the choices made by some of my characters.
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