Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Well, I consider myself an inquisitive soul who’s seeking the definition of life, and everything coming in its way. I am currently pursuing a master’s degree in Literature. I am the author of poetry collection, Mirror of Emotions. Being an introvert; my aura and art is often honed by inquisitiveness I follow in solitude. I observe things and people around me, and I believe curiosity is the key to be a good writer.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is a poetry collection titled Mirror of Emotions. I feel if you have the art of putting emotions, experiences and situation into words, then you should utilize your art to inspire, motivate and heal people around you. You should have the goal of touching the hearts of million people with your art.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I try almost every genre I can.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
As far as inspiration is considered: I believe it to be something that comes from within only but undoubtedly there are sages like William Shakespeare, William Wordsworth, Robert Frost, WB Yeats, Rumi and Kahlil Gibran whom I look up to.
What are you working on now?
I am working on my next poetry collection.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I believe doing more and more author interviews through different media.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
I would advice them to have faith in their art. When we are new, we are a bit nervous chasing perfection, but believe me if you try to be perfect you will never write a single word. So have faith in your skills and be optimistic. Don’t fear failure and keep learning everyday, and from anything you can in this universe.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
To define yourself in your own way. Never let someone tell you that you can’t do this or that. No one knows your strength or weakness more than you do.
What are you reading now?
I am reading The History of Modern India.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I am working on my next poetry collection. I hope to keep motivating and healing people around myself through my art.
If you were going to be stranded on a desert island and allowed to take 3 or 4 books with you what books would you bring?
Learning how to fly by APJ Abdul Kalam
Secrets of divine love by A Helwa
Stories of the Prophets by Ibn Kathir
The Essential Rumi by Rumi
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