Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am 23 years old. My parents immigrated from India, and I am the oldest and only male of 4 children. I live outside Atlanta, Georgia and work at the Georgia Aquarium, specifically in the Entertainment division.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
“The Hand That Bites” took inspiration from Bethany Stephens, who was mauled to death by her own dogs in Virginia in December 2017.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I write what I think and rarely think about what I write.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I generally do not take inspiration from authors or books because I want to be as original and creative as I can without copying other authors or books.
What are you working on now?
I just finished a novel involving a love triangle between a man and two sisters. I am currently shopping for a publisher.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I am just getting started on promoting my books, so I am keeping all my options on the table.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Write what is on your mind. Then revise and edit it so that it is concise enough for readers to understand.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
I forget who said it, and I will probably butcher this. “If everyone thinks the same, no one will make progress.”
What are you reading now?
I am currently reading Hamlet. I am trying to write a modern novel based on it.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I am just getting started. But I hope to make writing a full-time career.
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?
As of now, I cannot think of any. Perhaps if I spend a couple of years on the desert, I might come up with something.
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