Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
My first children’s book is Meera Makes Aloo Paratha, which was recently published on KDP Amazon. I’m also currently working on a chapter book for middle graders and another book for teenagers.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is Meera Makes Aloo Paratha. It is about this little girl, Meera who is upset over a fight with her friend and how her Dadaji, her Grandpa, teaches her to process her emotion even as he teaches her to cook her favorite dish, Aloo Paratha. It was inspired by watching my children’s relationships with their grandparents.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I write as I get inspired by something. It could be something I watched on TV or maybe something I read about in a book. What is unusual would be how I would not have written anything for days together, and then all of a sudden, I start writing furiously for days together. It is a learning process every single day for me.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
My favorite author has to be Jane Austen. Reading her book, Pride And Prejudice turned me into a voracious reader.
What are you working on now?
I’m editing my chapter book for middle graders. I’m also working on a fee other stories related to Meera and her Dadaji.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I promote a lot on Instagram and Facebook.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
I consider myself a new author. The only advice I can think of is ..keep writing. I’m still too new to be telling others what to do,😀.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Keep writing. And Keep reading. You learn a lot when you read other books.
What are you reading now?
The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini
What’s next for you as a writer?
The journey has just begun for me. I still have a long ways to go and I’m thoroughly enjoying this journey!!
What is your favorite book of all time?
Pride And Prejudice, by Jane Austen.
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