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Review of Running in the dark by Inger Iversen

Book Name - Running in the Dark
Author         -  Inger Iversen
Publisher    - Crushing hearts and Black butterfly publishing
Number of Pages - 140
Publishing Year   - 2014
Edition                  - Kindle

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Rating : 3.0

Blurb
Trace’s job has always revolved around death. Trace is a Watcher, a position created assist to the undead to their final resting place without alerting humans of the vampire race. Whether his job is to witness the death of a fellow vampire or deal it, Trace has learned that being a Grim Reaper isn’t what he thought it would be. After years of killing, he’s ready for a new job, a new life, or to just disappear. When Bessina becomes his new target after she witnesses the death of fellow vampires Sam and Hope, Trace is ready to eliminate her—until a strange course of events turns the tables and has Trace protecting Bessina from his boss and running for his life.

My review

Running is the dark is not a mere vampire story. More than that it is the story of Trace and Bessina: the different dimensions of their life. Their relation develops from a predator- prey relation to a protector-protected relation. 

The story line is concise and converged. The characters are developed through the story. The conglomeration of the vampires and nation is a fresh treatment.

Author has kept the dialogues and emotions,in a subtle manner. Narrative style is impressive. I have not read many vampire stories. Hence, I would not be able to do a comparative analysis. Nevertheless, I feel that the book will entertain the vampire story lovers and fantasy lovers in general.



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About the author



Inger Iversen lives in Virginia Beach with her tree-hugging boyfriend Joshua and her overweight lap cat Max. When not reading or writing she spends her time watching reruns of True Blood or killing zombies in Call Of Duty.

Interview with Vikram Dhawan, author of Kashmir House

Hi Readers

Today we have a unique writer with me.

Please welcome Vikram Dhawan, the author of Kashmir House to the interview.

Hi Vikram,

Welcome to my virtual teté-a-teté


Tell us a little about yourself and your background?

Rakhi, it’s a privilege to be invited to your blog. Thanks for reviewing my book.

My parents belong to those millions of families who migrated from Pakistan during the partition in 1947. One may imagine the monumental chaos during the time as each member of my father’s extended family had their initials tattooed on their arms, in case they got separated during the journey or worse, for identifying a deceased family member.

The Partition resulted in an exodus of almost 20 Million souls and around 2 Million amongst them, women and children included, died horrific violent deaths. The British, either by design or oversight conjured the communal demon and allowed the radicals to go on the rampage. In my view, to understand India one has to acknowledge the repercussions of the Partition- most underrated historical event in history of modern India.  
The families struggled to reconcile with the uprooting and took them decades to find their bearings. They grappled with uncertainties and took time to develop a sense of belonging. There is physical and psychological damage a refugee suffers, the latter is a lot more debilitating and the scars never quite heal.  The scars may manifest as radicalisation, nomadic disposition and fatalism. I can relate to the Kashmir Crises and the plight of Kashmiri immigrants. I have seen the aftereffects of a bloody immigration in my parent’s extended families. While the majority of their siblings and cousins are extremely successful professionals and entrepreneurs, however streak of restlessness is hard to miss.

How could you get such a detailed account of the secret activities of our army, ISI and CIA. Even if the book is a fictional work, I could see a reality hidden somewhere.

I visited the state of Jammu & Kashmir, some years back. A land of barricades in the grip of desolation and isolation. The sad part is, like any other geopolitical crises, the festering humanitarian crises is overshadowed by the regional geopolitics. Like the Partition, the scars run deep and wide and vested interests keep the wounds fresh. I was compelled to dig deeper.  
The story of Kashmir House is entwined in actual historical events. During my research for Kashmir House, I was fortunate enough to interact with journalists, soldiers, retired-spooks, leaders and last but not the least, lots of Kashmiris. Whilst I intended Kashmir House to read like a real story, however I sincerely hope and pray it remains a piece of fiction and a figment of my imagination only.

So, what have you written? 

Kashmir House is my debut fictional work. All the other stuff I wrote were press quotes and articles on Stocks and Commodities; my unflattering day job of making the rich richer.

Where can we buy or see them?

Easiest way to find it is to google under my name.

What are you working on at the minute?

I am working on a thriller set in the Entertainment Industry. A non-linear prequel to Kashmir House.

When did you decide to become a writer?

When I was in school, I use to write short stories and poetry for my friends. During the economic crises of 2001, I worked for a trade magazine as the consulting editor. Years after leaving the trade magazine for greener pastures, I bumped into a lot of people from the industry who to my great surprise missed my column. Besides, there is enough inequality, injustice, discrimination and corruption in our society, no dearth of angst and inspiration here.  

How was your publishing experience? Since the topic is highly sensitive, did you find it difficult to convince the publishers?

I had realistic expectations, as I had heard and read many horror stories about the extremely high rejection rate of manuscripts by every known publisher. The leading publishers in India get thousands of manuscripts each month, one may imagine their plight. I am extremely grateful to Leadstart Publishing for picking-up my book from that enormous heap.  

How did you adapt the writing style?

I have used reportage and playwright style for Kashmir House. The humble intention was to generate “fly on the wall” feel for the reader. My experience in print media came in handy.  

Are you planning to have a sequel for Kashmir House?

There shall be two more books, a non-linear prequel and sequel to Kashmir House, albeit set in different locations with unique storylines.  

What advice would you give to aspiring writers?

All aspiring writers should assess their weakness and strengths. Accentuate the strengths and find someone to assuage the weaknesses. If you are good storyteller, though with limited language capabilities, hire a good editor or a language guide.  If language is your strength, spin a yarn around your own or other’s experiences.

How can readers discover more about you and you work?

I am reachable on Twitter and Facebook .
@KashmirHouse1
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?...

Spotlight -Sands of Time by Neelam Saxena

Sands Of Time by Neelam Saxena Chandra
Blurb  'SANDS OF TIME' is a collection of twelve interesting stories which bring out the different moods and moments in the lives of women.Watch it 

Some Facts About the Author 

NeelamSaxena Chandra, an author of thirty-two books,is a record holder with the Limca Book of Records for being the author with highest number of publications in a year in English and Hindi (2015). She works as Joint Secretary (U.P.S.C.).  She has won award in a poetry contest by American Embassy, Premchand award by Ministry of Railways, Rabindranath Tagore international poetry award, Freedom award by Radio city for her lyrics. She was listed in the Forbes list as one of the most popular seventy eight authors in the country in 2014.
Awarded by eminent poet/lyricist Gulzarji in a Poetry Contest organized by American Society on the topic ‘Poetry for Social Change’.

Received the Rabindranath Tagore International poetry award -2014

Awarded PremchandPuraskar by Ministry of Railways (II prize)

Awarded by Children Book Trust, India in 2009.

Neelam also debuted as a lyricist in Shankar Tucker's composition 'Mere Sajan sun sun' and the song has won the 'Popular Choice' award  in Folk Fusion category in Radio City Freedom Awards.

Neelam is a record holder with Limca Book of records for highest publications in a year in English and Hindi.

Neelam and her daughter hold record for being the first mother-daughter duo to write a poetry book for the book 'Winter Shall Fade' in Limca Book of Records, Miracle World Records and India Book of records.

                       
         

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Giveaway- Voice of the Spirit

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​As they dig through possible suspects—from religious fanatics to resentful Satanists—they also find themselves reexamining their relationship, trying to figure out if two people with opposite beliefs can stay together. As time begins to run out for their kidnapped singer and the murders begin to pile up, they will have to find a way to resurrect what they had doubted and sacrifice what they had believed.​
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Book blitz- Voyagers into the unknown by Ruchira Khanna

Voyagers Into the Unknown by Ruchira Khanna
Blurb In the historic Indian town of Agra, you can find a very unusual tour company, which is owned by a charming young man named Raj. Although Raj's official job is to show off the historical landmarks of Agra, including the legendary Taj-Mahal, his true mission is to heal the souls of his broken "birds," as he affectionately refers to his tour participants. His business operates purely upon word-of-mouth referrals, ensuring that all of his tour members arrive in Agra with their hearts in their hands, ready for the spiritual growth and cleansing that Raj is known to provide. Healing the hearts of the spiritually damaged can be a difficult job, and in this particular tale, Raj finds himself faced with his most challenging tour group yet. First, there is Ira, a stunningly gorgeous but fragile young woman on the brink of suicide. Next, we meet Darci and Lennard, a couple on the verge of divorce. Then there is Carl, an irritable, antisocial workaholic who has burned all of his bridges. Lastly, we meet Asha, an elderly widow who still yearns for the company and comfort of her late husband. When disaster strikes the tour group, everything is thrown into jeopardy, including lives, relationships, and Raj's very reputation as a tour guide. Raj must find a way to lift the spirits of these five special travelers, even in the face of death and despair. Venture into the unknown and discover how Raj Touristry heals the brokenhearted, one soul at a time.

ExcerptDawn had risen over the historic Indian town of Agra. Agra was a city of monuments, which stood tall, their unmatched grandeur telling of their long and fascinating history. The morning air was filled with the sounds of roosters calling, birds chirping, and morning prayers and salutations. Dogs and cows were being hustled through the streets and errand boys on bicycles hurried along to their respective chores and deliveries.

Amidst this vibrant chaos, a man in his late thirties with an athletic physique, broad shoulders, and unkempt black hair was briefing his colleague in a quiet, affable tone. He held a bunch of papers in his hand, and the other man nodded obediently as he glanced through them, making notes on the pad in his hands. “So, are you all set?” inquired Raj, the black-haired man.

“I think so,” replied the other man confidently, as he took his seat behind the wheel of a mini-bus.

“Call me if you have any questions, Albert. You know where to reach me,” added Raj as he shut the door of the driver’s seat, giving his driver two thumbs up. Albert started the engine quickly and began to roll away from the curb. He was abruptly halted by a sharp knock on the door of the vehicle. The driver slammed on the brakes and looked to see who was doing the hammering. Raj reappeared on the other side of the glass with blank boards and a sharpie. Albert opened the door and reached out for the additional items. “Write the names of my birds on these planks. It will be easier for them to spot you,” explained Raj.

“Birds?” inquired Albert with a confused expression.

“Sure, Birds. Since they will fly back to where they are coming from in a week’s time.”


“Aha! Yes, boss!” Albert winked and started his journey.

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A Reiki Master where she passes out information about channeling universal energy and conducts sessions. The author of “Choices”, “The Adventures of Alex and Angelo” but just another soul trying to make a difference in this lifetime.

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Interview with Tomichan Matheikal, famous blogger and author of Nomad Learns morality

Hello readers,Today we have a talented writer with us. A famous blogger, writer and author of Nomad Learns Morality, Tomichan Matheikal

Hi Sir,Welcome to my virtual teté-a-teté 




          Q      Tell us a little about yourself and your backgroun
       Hi, Rakhi, first of all, thanks for reviewing my book, The Nomad Learns Morality.
 I have been a teacher throughout my working life and I enjoy being with youngsters.  I      started my teaching career in Shillong and then moved to Delhi before returning to              Kerala a few months back, having completed three decades of nomadic existence.
                Q      Please tell the readers about your book.
       The Nomad Learns Morality is a collection of short stories most of which were                   written during the last two years of my life in Delhi when drastic changes took place          in my life as well as that of my colleagues because of the change in the management          of the school where I was teaching.  The new management was not interested in                    running the school.  They were in fact grabbing the 15-acre campus by subjecting the          school to euthanasia.  Many staff members were tortured psychologically in order to            eject them from the school.  False allegations were leveled against them even in the            court.  Some were beaten up by thugs.  The happenings shook me especially because          the people who committed such atrocities were the followers of a godman.                            Everything was apparently being done for the sake of religion.   The cult to which                they belong has a few million followers in India and abroad.  I began to wonder how          so many people could be fooled by religion.  Many of the stories in the book came as           a result of the questions that arose in my mind about religion. 

             Q      We can see your strong take on several social aspects in the book. How do you view religious fanaticism?
Religion has played a very dominant role in my life and this is the chief reason                   why I find it impossible to cut it off from my life.  I have come across all sorts of                  religious people from genuine devotees to absolute frauds.  For most of them,                        religion is merely a career, a means of earning livelihood and securing good                          positions,  and has nothing to do with spirituality.  They make use of other people               for their petty personal victories.
Religious fanaticism is still worse.  The fanatics hoodwink themselves and victimize others.  They presume themselves to be the custodians of god-given truths and persecute other people with those truths.  Religious fanaticism is the biggest challenge that the world faces today after ecological threats. 

           Q      Most of the stories under the contemporary fiction, had connection with Kerala,                   Shillong and Shimla and revolves around  school backgrounds. Is there any real                   life connection?
        Kerala is my homeland to which I returned on annual vacation very religiously.                  Some of those visits inspired certain stories.  Shillong is the place where I spent the             first 15 years of my life as a teacher.  It is a place which taught me many lessons of               life in ways that so were beyond my grasp that I had to leave the place in                               bafflement and despair.  It was my inability to cope with certain situations more                   than other people’s wickedness.  Shillong appears even in the novel, Black Hole,                 which I am now seralizing in my blog. It is a place which remains imprinted                         indelibly in my psyche. Shimla is a place where I spent a holiday and presented me              with some romantic memories.  The Mall Road watched over by a gigantic figure               of Hanuman that towers in the background forest is one of the places that still                         triggers quaint feelings in me. 

            Q      Tell us about your blogging experience.
   Blogging has remained my most beloved pastime in the last many years.  It is my                way of rising above the pettiness that life inevitably thrusts at us.  It has been a                      very happy experience, a liberating experience.

              Q      For a blog we are our masters. But that might not be the case with publishing.  Can you share your publishing experience?

   It has been a rather unpleasant experience which I don’t wish to speak about. 

           Q      What are you working on at the minute?Black Hole, my novel. Q   When did you decide to become a writer?I loved to write even as a student.  It was not a decision.  Writing occurred to me as naturally as singing would occur to a singer or painting to a painter.Q      Do you ever get writer’s Block?Not seriously.  I suffer from bouts of depression occasionally during which I can’t write.  That’s not the same as writer’s block, however. Q      Did you do a press release, Goodreads book launch or anything else to promote your work and did it work?I didn’t go out of my way to promote the book.  Some friends were generous enough to review the book in their blogs and also list it with Goodreads.  Q      What advice would you give to aspiring writers?Write from the heart.  Probe the depths of life.  Embrace the pain of truths if necessary.  Q      How can readers discover more about you and you work?There is no other way than reading my work. Q      Thank you very much for taking the time out of your busy schedule to take part in this interview.It’s been my pleasure and thanks to you for asking some very interesting questions.

            

Review- Forbidden Desires by Madhuri Banerjee

Book Name    - Forbidden Desires
Author            - Madhuri Banerjee
Publisher       - Rupa Publications
Number of Pages - 272
Publishing Year   - 2016
Edition                    - Paperback

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Rating : 3.5


Blurb
‘Why do romantic relationships fade away? Does the magic slowly die? Or do lovers simply wake up one morning realizing they are done? Is it a trick that time plays on happy couples or is it something more profound, an evolution perhaps, of our feelings and our needs?’

Imagine there is a person you know nothing about, who is slowly destroying your marriage. Imagine there is a stranger who enters your life and makes you realize you are living a lie. Imagine there is a love so deep that you need to sacrifice everything you have to save it. Imagine you find out your partner is cheating on you. What will you do?

Naina, Ayesha, Kavita and Kaajal are four women who know nothing about each other and live cocooned in their individual worlds. Until one day, they’re forced to reckon with shocking truths they never imagined! Their desires haunt them, provoke them and make them fight to choose a new path in their lives. Will these women survive their stories of passion, betrayal and pain?

Bestselling author and film writer Madhuri Banerjee brings to you a new romantic thriller that interweaves varied stories of women and their passions, to show us how all relationships ultimately crash into each other.

My review

Should I start with the technicalities or story? Well, the book is the story of four women who were stuck between families, commitments and desires forbidden by societal standards. 

Authoress adapted vernacular and simple writing style even if the story line is quite complicated. This is an out and out urban Indian book with full on Indian flavour which is reflected in the Hinglish dialogues. Authoress succeeded in permeating the emotions to the readers. The story moves in a fast pace without any unnecessary lag. Characters are crafted well. Every character possesses individuality and conviction.

The suspense is another highlight. The secret of Kavitha and Kajal could not be guessed at any point till the authoress herself revealed it. 

Notwithstanding the caliber and finesse of the writer, the whole idea of the story was indigestible for me. I don't opine that families should uphold  values or pursue the relations no matter how far they fall apart. But a relation outside marital binding should be pursued only after separation. Hence I could not comprehend the whole idea of quenching the forbidden desires. 

There were too many characters. Hence a character index should have been given in the beginning for the ease of following.


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About the author


Madhuri Banerjee is an Indian bestselling author and writer. She is a blogger at CNN-IBN, a columnist with The Asian Age, an Ad film director, a screenplay writer for Bollywood films, and a mother. Madhuri has won a National Award for her poignant and realistic documentary on the issues that women face, Between Dualities. Madhuri Banerjee is the bestselling author of five books including Advantage Love and Scandalous Housewives.

Review-The Nomad Learns Morality by Tomichan Matheikal

Book Name - The Nomad Learns Morality
Author         - Tomichan Matheikal
Publisher     - Online Gatha
Number of Pages - 140
Publishing Year   - 2015
Edition                  - Paperback

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Rating : 4.0

Blurb
"Truth is simple, but Dharma is subtle," says Bhishma in one of the thirty-three short stories in this collection. 
Each story throws brilliant light on certain fundamental human dilemmas and paradoxes. Some of the stories are very short, yet capable of stirring deep thoughts and intense emotive experiences in the reader. Many of the stories are taken from great epics and history. Quite a few are carved out of present day life. Whatever the source, the author has transmuted it into a fascinating literary experience. There are moments when the reader may feel being elevated to a higher spiritual plane. The stories probe "the endless human delusions," as one of the stories describes it.

My review

Nomad learns morality is a collection of 33 short stories. For the ease of review, I would review them genre by genre. The stories can be divided into three sections- Mythological fiction, Historical fiction and Contemporary fiction.

Each story proclaims the tenacity of the author. The stories will surely hang on to our mind and haunt our thoughts. The mythological and historical stories are rendered in an interesting way. Instead of blindly reproducing the stories, author presented them as a thought process of a character and forces the readers to see another dimension of the milieu. Needless to say that the language of the author is exemplary.

Since it's difficult to review every story, I would pick a few stories that touched my heart.

1. The autumn of the patriarch

Bhishma is swayed by Draupadi's question if he was a selfless person. He realizes that even after his oath of celibacy or due to the same, he wronged many women. Bhisma's thoughts reach the readers and force them to reconsider their centuries old myth.

2. And quiet flowed the beas

An interwoven tale of Alexander, Diogenes and Coenus tells us the invariable truth of life in simple words.

3. The saga of warrior 

This is the retelling of love, hatred, treachery and sabotage in the Mughal Dynasty.

4. The devil has a religion

The story haunted me so much. I had to take a break before reading the rest of the stories. Philip's pain and the priest's cruel practices are not fictional. We can see similar real life characters. 

5. Sacrifice

The story is a lesson to every Indian who thinks that all Muslims are terrorists.No, they are not. A few black sheep spoiled the name of the whole flock.

6. Twinkle twinkle little star

The story brought tears in my eyes. Being a mother, it's painful to see that there is another side of the reality. Watch out before sending your kids away from your eyes.

7. The queen of spades

Author kept the best to the last. A simple mystery that a reader could not decipher.


There were one or two stories that didn't excite me much but that should not be counted. What disappointed me most is the quality of the book. On seeing the book cover, readers would not be compelled to try it. For such a compelling book, the cover and the general layout is a huge let down. 




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നിരൂപണം- വീണ്ടും യാത്ര. (ലക്ഷ്മി മേനോൻ)

Book Name           - വീണ്ടും യാത്ര (Veendum Yathra)
Author                  - ലക്ഷ്മി മേനോൻ (Lakshmi Menon)
Publisher              - ബുക്ക്‌ സോല്യുഷൻസ് (Book Solutions)
Number of Pages -  112 
Publishing Year   - 2016 
Edition                  - പേപ്പർബാക്ക് (Paperback)

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Rating : 4.0

പ്രസാധകക്കുറിപ്പ്‌ (Blurb)

വീണ്ടും യാത്ര ഒരു പ്രണയകഥയാണ്. ഈ കഥയിൽക്കൂടി ലക്ഷ്‌മി മേനോൻ 28 വർഷങ്ങൾക്കു മുമ്പുള്ള ഒരു കാലഘട്ടത്തിലേക്ക് വായനക്കാരെ കൂട്ടിക്കൊണ്ടുപോവുകയാണ്. മൊബൈൽ ഫോണോ ഇന്റർനെറ്റോ ഇല്ലാതിരുന്ന കാലത്ത് ഇതൾവിരിഞ്ഞ പ്രണയകഥ. ജനയുഗം വാരികയിൽ 1989-ൽ തുടർക്കഥയായി പ്രസിദ്ധീകരിച്ചുവന്ന വീണ്ടും യാത്ര ആദ്യമായി പുസ്തകരൂപത്തിൽ.

നിരൂപണം (My review)

വീണ്ടും യാത്ര 28 വര്ഷം മുൻപുള്ള ഒരു കാലഘട്ടത്തിലേക്ക് നമ്മെ എത്തിക്കുന്നു. സൗഹൃദവും പ്രണയവും എല്ലാം മറ്റൊരു തലത്തിൽ കാണാനും മനസിലാക്കാനും ഇന്നത്തെ തലമുറയ്ക്ക് ഒരു അവസരമാണ് പ്രസ്തുത നോവൽ. ബന്ധങ്ങളുടെ ശിഥിലതയും  പ്രണയത്തിലെ മറ്റൊരു തലവും നമുക്ക് മനസിലാക്കിത്തരുന്നു. കേവലം ശരീരം മാത്രമല്ല സ്ത്രീ എന്നൊരു ഓർമ്മപ്പെടുത്തൽ കൂടിയാണ് ഈ നോവൽ.

മനോഹരമായ ഭാഷ കൊണ്ട് സമ്പുഷ്ടമാണ് ഓരോ വരിയും. കഥാപാത്രങ്ങളെ വാർത്തെടുക്കുന്നതിൽ വളരെ അധികം ശ്രദ്ധ ചെലുത്തിയിരിക്കുന്നു. എൺപതുകളിൽ എഴുതിയ കഥ വർഷങ്ങൾക്കിപ്പുറവും പ്രസക്തമാണെന്നത്  സ്തുത്യർഹമായ വസ്തുതയാണ്. 


സങ്കീ൪ണമായ കഥാസന്ദ൪ഭങ്ങൾ കൂടാതെ തന്നെ വായനക്കാരെ പിടിച്ചിരുത്താൻ കഥാകാരിക്കു സാധിച്ചു. ഒരുപക്ഷേ സമാനമായ കഥകൾ ഇന്നു നാം വായിച്ചിട്ടുണ്ടാകാം. എന്നാൽ കഥ ്റപസിദ്ധീകരിച്ച കാലഘട്ടത്തിൽ ഇതൊരു പുതുമയേറിയ അനുഭവമായരുന്നു എന്ന കാരൃത്തിൽ സംശയമില്ല. അതു തന്നെയാണ് കഥയുടെ ്റപസക്തിയും



Reviewed for the author  Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book as a complimentary copy in exchange for a honest review. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own.


About the author


I have been writing since my teenage days. The Second Choice is my debut novel. It is available in both paperback and in ebook formats. Prior to this, many of my short stories, articles and children's stories have been published.

Apart from writing and reading, I also enjoy travel and explore new places, as and when time permits. 

Presently, I'm engaged in writing my second novel. I love meeting other writers and getting connected. 

All my book details are here on this blog. http://indusww.wordpress.com. When you find time please browse through it.