Eight Things You Did Not Know About Author Anoop Judge
Not just an author of four books and counting, Anoop Judge is alsoa writing instructor and former TV host. Find out more by visiting Anoop'swebsite https://anoopjudge.com/
Eight Things YouDon’t Know About Me
I Grew Up AmongBooks and Bollywood: My childhood in New Delhi was a vibrant blend ofliterature and Bollywood. My love for storytelling was nurtured by the richnarratives of both the written word and the cinematic world. Whether it wasreading classic novels or watching the latest Bollywood hits, these earlyexperiences deeply influenced my passion for writing and creativity.
A Litigator byDay, Writer by Night: Before I fully embraced my writing career, I spent sevenyears as a litigator in the United States. Balancing the demanding legalprofession with my passion for writing was no easy feat. Late nights were oftenspent drafting stories and working on manuscripts, a practice that kept mycreative spirit alive amidst the rigorous demands of my legal career.
The Fear Factor: Iam deathly afraid of cockroaches and there’s a story behind it. Read it here: https://scars.tv/dirt/dirt161nov-dec18/Hurricane_Katrina.htm#Cockroach
The Travel Bug: Travelis a significant part of my life. I’ve visited over 20 countries, from Santorini toVietnam. But after I attended a writer’s residency in Noyers Sur Serein in Burgundy, France at Le Porte Piente in acrumbling medieval castle, I’ve modified my bucket list of must-see touristspots to going off the beaten path, and staying in small villages where thelocals are uber-friendly, and the produce is always fresh and fragrant. Theseadventures not only fuel my creativity but also deepen the authenticity of thecharacters and settings in my stories.
Rom-Coms are myJam: I love to watch rom-coms although I don’t read romantic novels. I like toread what I write which is book club fiction also called upmarket literaryfiction, but my guilty pleasure is watching shows like Bridgerton andmovies like The Idea of You.
Languages are theDeath of Me: I’m bad at languages. I am fluent in English (acquired through myconvent school education) Hindi and Punjabi (my native tongues) but other thanthat, I struggle with languages whether it be the French I took as an electivesubject in college or the Spanish I continue to fail in, despite going toMexico many times a year.
I Have a RealPassion for Zoos: I love visiting zoos. Zoos are fascinating places that offerthe opportunity to observe and learn about a wide variety of animals fromaround the world. I truly believe that appreciating the beauty and diversity ofthe animal kingdom is a natural and enriching interest, and there is no agelimit to enjoying such experiences. I took my children to the zoo on weekendsand holidays and instilled in them both a similar love for zoos.
Favorite Cuisine: WhileI enjoy a wide range of cuisines, and I hail from Punjab, which is the Northernpart of India, yet, South Indian food holds a special place in my heart. Fromcrispy dosas and fluffy idlis to spicy curries and flavorful chutneys,South Indian food reminds me of my childhood and family gatherings with my momand dad.
Ihope these insights give you a deeper understanding of who I am beyond myprofessional achievements and creative endeavors. Life is a tapestry ofexperiences, and these facets of my life have shaped me into the person I amtoday.
