Interview With Author Deepak Karamungikar
Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I’m Deepak Karamungikar and I’m originally from Hyderabad, India and now live in the US. I’ve written eight books across multiple genres including Sci-Fi, Crime, Thriller, Romance and Drama. My works have ranged from fast-paced and bold narratives to finely narrated tales of human emotions. I also write for the screen.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is called Love Takes No Prisoners. It’s a delicate love story that ensues between a mafia accountant who’s in hiding and a married woman in India. I was inspired to write this story because I always felt that love or romance as a genre has been stereotyped as something that’s limited to young people or youngsters. My protagonist is 48. I thought people at that age deserve love too!
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Nothing unusual as such, but I prefer writing in the mornings. I do not like late nights!
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Khushwant Singh is my all time favorite writer. Nobody narrates better than him. I also like Frederick Forsyth, Philip K Dick, George Orwell and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. I also enjoy Edgar Allan Poe.
What are you working on now?
Resting for a week and then I’ll start my next one, which is an alternative history magnum opus. I hope it’s done in time for my next birthday!
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I’m very bad at promoting my books. I’m searching for this answer too!
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Write more, talk less!
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?
Portrait of a Lady – Khushwant Singh
1984 – George Orwell
Mossad: The Greatest Missions of the Israeli Secret Service – Michael Bar-Zohar and Nissim Mishal
The Man in the High Castle – Philip K Dick
Author Websites and Profiles
Deepak Karamungikar Amazon Profile
Deepak Karamungikar’s Social Media Links