Author Interview: Dinesh Veera

 Q1) What kept on inspiring you to write Shiva Origins: The Son of Ganga?

A: The greatness of our Ancient Indian Legacy and the hidden secrets within Yogic teachings were the 2 main inspirations that kept me focussed to complete this novel.

Q2) Can you describe briefly about this book?

A: Shiva Origins is an attempt to combine Indian mythology and yogic knowledge in an adventurous way. The book contains some rare and forbidden secrets of Yoga in addition to a revolutionary mythological twist. There are multiple engaging plot lines that will run parallel with the ultimate aim to reveal the origins of Lord Shiva.

Q3) Are you planning it to be turned into a sequel anytime?

A: It’s already a duology. You have the Shiva Origins and Shiva Origins 2.

Q4) What did you learn while writing this?

A: ‘Known is a drop, unknown is an ocean.’

Q5) What surprised you the most throughout the journey?

A: To be honest, the novel’s flow shifted away from my control at one point. What I intended to write and what I ended up writing are two different things. I felt a great divine force guiding me while writing Shiva Origins. Thus, it was with the blessings of the divine force, that I am able to complete this story. And it was very surprising because I never imagined such things to happen when I started to write Shiva Origins.

Q6) Can you briefly explain about the title's origination and meaning?

A: Shiva Origins is the series name. The duology will ultimately reveal the theoretical origins of Lord Shiva which goes beyond the knowledge of Vedas. The series will portray the life history of Lord Shiva and the legacy he left behind for mankind and thus it was named as Shiva Origins. And the first part is named as ‘The Son of Ganga’ because of some special reason which I can’t reveal now. But one thing I can say is that, The son of Ganga meant in the title is not referring to Lord Shiva.

Q7) Did you find yourself more or less sympathetic towards the subject you wrote?

A: Yes. I wanted to be neutral but somehow, I felt that I was not able to do so.

Q8) What happened behind the scenes while writing Shiva Origins?

A: A lot of thing happened. There were in depth brainstorming sessions with my team throughout the story creation, multiple rounds of editing sessions with my editors, about 20 test read sessions with beta readers for their opinions and a detailed novel cover creation session with Arthat Studio to create one of the best novel covers in Indian book publishing history.

Q9) Were characters inspired by real story as the subject is mythological?

A: Not really. The characters are based on fictional imagination.

Q10) What do you think happened to the characters after the book ended?

A: The main characters are still living inside my mind.

Q11) Are you planning to pick some different genre (off-track), which you never worked on?

A: Yes. I have a good romantic story in my mind and would like to write it in near future.

2020 - Life in the Eye of a Storm

Review #72

Here comes my other amazing & challenging read of 2020.

A detailed review in form video is up, read to know more about this self-help book.

Hey, first of all hello all the lovely readers out there, here is a genuine review I want to share with you all.

Here comes another amazing self-help book by Dr. Vinay Bansal. A book which I will personally recommend to all the keen readers out there, The book ‘2020 - Life in the Eye of a Storm’ - which highlights all aspects to maintain one's mental well-being in any situation. Every page I turned was full of important insights which actually help in creating a positive mindset & this is the only reason which kept me bounded to continue reading this self-helf book. The title beautifully depicts, how the calmness the eye of storm holds throughout the destruction all around, similarly one can fight with their sufferings or in-life storms with patience, calmness & positive approach towards every circumstance. The ultimate goal is happiness and satisfaction one needs in his or her life.

The question pondering me was, are you facing any kind of stress, depression, anxiety etc. ?? Read this amazing book to find solutions to your every problem or sufferings & drop in comments what you felt?

The way this book is penned down, I felt what a page-turner this is!! Without doubt this can become one of the prominent novel of 2020.

Wonderful book. While reading the book I started living.

Language used is simple & easy to understand. Writing style of the author is good. Overall, I enjoyed reading it. This is a must read for all readers out there...

TITLE– Goes well with the plot, I loved it...

COVER– Extremely attractive one..!!

RECOMMENDED— Highly!!

STRENGTHS— Title & Cover

TITLE– 2020- Life in the Eye of a Storm

AUTHOR– Dr. Vinay Bansal

GENRE– Non-Fiction

PUBLISHERS- Dr. Vinay Bansal

PUBLISHING DATE– 1 Jan 2020

LANGUAGE– English

FORMAT– Paperback

PRICE– 199 INR

RATINGS->

OVERALL RATING– 5✴️

 

HiranyaKashyap Part 2 (Trilogy)

Review #71

Here comes my other amazing & challenging read of 2020. 

Here's a detailed Review in form Video, watch to know more about this wonderful mythological famous story.

Hey, first of all hello 🙋 all the lovely readers out there, here is a genuine review I want to share with you all.

Hers comes another trilogy by Kevin Missal who wrote his first book at fourteen. At twenty-two, graduated from St. Stephen's he became a fulltime writer and the bestselling author of the Kalki trilogy and Narasimha, the first book in the Mahaavatar trilogy.

A story which I will recommend to all the readers out there, The book ‘Hiranyakashyap’ - which highlights the story of Hiranyakashyap, Prahlad , Holika & many more hidden characters whom I never knew had any existence. Each character had a major role with very interesting interlinked story of their own, the only reason which kept me bounded to find always what happened next. Mythology interests me alot & so is this one. The story takes turn when Narsimha in search of Prahlad gets in touch with people from his past which give story a different twist, read to find what exactly happened. Holika on other side was unable to make decisions in rage for her nephew & was into finding & pondering over his history. The question pondering me was how & when will Narsimha & Prahlad meet to accomplish what destiny has already chosen for them?? Read this amazing trilogy to find crisp turning points & drop in comments what you felt?

The way this story is penned down, I felt what a page-turner this is!! I can never forget the characters after reading this one. Without doubt this can become one of the prominent novel of 2020.

Wonderful book. While reading the book I started living. I wont be surprised if this book (entire trilogy series) gets turned into a movie or web-series.

Language used is simple & easy to understand. Writing style of the author is good. Overall, I enjoyed reading it. This is a must read for all readers out there...

#QOTD – What made you fall for this story, if by any chance you read this?

TITLE– Goes well with the plot, I loved it...

COVER– Extremely attractive one..!!

RECOMMENDED— Highly!!

STRENGTHS— Title & Cover

TITLE– Hiranyakashyap

AUTHOR– Kevin Missal

GENRE– Mythology

PUBLISHERS- Harper Collins

PUBLISHING DATE– 15 July 2020

LANGUAGE– English

FORMAT– Paperback

PAGES– 264

PRICE– 156 INR

RATINGS->

OVERALL RATING– 5✴️

Author Interview : Sabarna Roy

 Q1) What kept on inspiring to write books?

The inspiration to write comes from within and it is difficult to pin-point it.


Q2) Can you describe briefly about each book you have wrote till date?

I have published 6 Literary books, titled: Pentacles; Frosted Glass; Abyss; Winter Poems; Random Subterranean Mosaic: 2012 – 2018, and Etchings of the First Quarter of 2020; and 1 Technical book, titled: Articles on Ductile Iron Pipelines and Framework Agreement Methodology.

Pentacles comprises one novella and four long narrative poems.

Frosted Glass comprises one story cycle consisting of 14 stories and one poem cycle consisting of 21 poems.

Abyss is a full length play in two acts with an interval in between. It is essentially a crime thriller full of suspense.

The poems contained in the collection Winter Poems, were inspired by the relatively mild season that prevails in Kolkata following the season of festivities, the Durga and Kali Puja, and portray myriad shades of human life.

Random Subterranean Mosaic 2012 - 2018 is a kaleidoscope of random, yet structured to a pattern, fiction, semi-autobiographical, and autobiographical pieces, covering poems, short-shorts, opinions, observations, and conversations.

Etchings of the First Quarter of 2020 comprises a novella and a poem cycle. The novella deals with dualism of life and the poem cycle is a duel between the poet and his alter-ego.


Q3) What was the struggle behind reaching best seller tag?

You keep on doing what you are best at doing, that is, writing. Laurels come when they have to come.

Q4) What did you learn while writing these books?

That it is possible to reconnect with your own life through the process of writing.

Q5) What suprised you the most throughout the journey?

That many mysteries and secrets of my own life were unearthed in the process of my writing journey.

Q6) Can you briefly explain about each title's origination and meaning?

People who read my books will be able to resonate with the title of my books. And, people who have not read my books, for them I do not want to end up giving spoilers.

Q7) Did you find yourself more or less sympathetic towards the subject you wrote?

I am dispassionate towards characters and subjects that I write about.

Q8) What happened behind the scenes for Pentacles, Abyss, Winter Poems, Frosted Glass and Random Subterranean?

Sincere hard work, research and painstaking writing discipline.

Q9) Were characters inspired by real persons?

Some of my key characters are inspired by real persons.

Q10) What do you think happened to the characters after the book ended?

I do not know. I hope they are alive in the minds of some of my readers.

To You With Love

Review #70

Here comes my other amazing & challenging read of 2020.

Detailed Review in form Video is coming out soon this month, Stay Tuned to know more about this wonderful love story.

Hey, first of all hello 🙋 all the lovely readers out there, here is a genuine review I want to share with you all.

A story which I will recommend to all the readers out there, The book ‘To You With Love’ - which highlights that even falling back 100 times, love still exists somewhere. Shravya through this touching story and words express alot pain that Sahil & Arya has gone through, facing one after another obstacles. Sahil being careless & carefree on one side gets attracted towards Arya for being shy, sensitive and introvert, P.S.- we all know opposites attract. The story takes turn when some deep dark secrets open up and give story a different twist, read to find what exactly happened. Despite facing such things off they put themself in a fix & keep moving on with delicacy. The question pondering me was will the love still exists somewhere beyond stars and life if they break apart?? Read this amazing story to find crisp turning points and drop in comments what you felt? The way this story is penned down is 100% relatable with each beautifully penned down word. What a page-turner this is!!

Wonderful book. While reading the book you start living it and the book gives you very much Bollywood feel. I wont be surprised if this book (entire series) gets turned into a movie or web-series.

Language used is simple & easy to understand. Writing style of the author is good. Overall, I enjoyed reading it. This is a must read for all readers out there...

#QOTD – What made you fall for this story, if by any chance you read this?

TITLE– Goes well with the plot, I loved it...
COVER– Extremely attractive one..!!
RECOMMENDED— Highly!!
STRENGTHS— Title & Cover

TITLE– To You With Love
AUTHOR– Shravya Bhinder
GENRE– Fiction
PUBLISHERS- Penguin Metro Reads
PUBLISHING DATE– 10 Aug 2020
LANGUAGE– English
FORMAT– Paperback
PAGES– 224
PRICE– 250 INR

RATINGS->
OVERALL RATING– 4✴️

Once There Was Me

Review #69

Here comes my other amazing & challenging read of 2020.

Detailed Review in form Video is coming out soon this month, Stay Tuned to know more about this wonderful love story.

Hey, first of all hello 🙋 all the lovely readers out there, here is a genuine review I want to share with you all.

A story which I will recommend to all the readers out there, The book ‘Once There Was Me’ - which highlights anti religion riots and a shaming part of our lives our society. Bobby through his short stories and words express that pain alot in better way that gives us insights of feeling being from a religion that has some anti-issues going on. Despite facing such things off he rebuilds himself his business and everything, the question pondering him while achieving his goals was only what role actually religion plays in one's life? Read this amazing story to find crisp turning points and drop in comments what you felt? The way this story is penned down is 100% relatable with each beautifully penned down word. What a page-turner this is!!

Wonderful book. While reading the book you start living it and the book gives you very much Bollywood feel. I wont be surprised if this book (entire series) gets turned into a movie or web-series.

Language used is simple & easy to understand. Writing style of the author is good. Overall, I enjoyed reading it. This is a must read for all readers out there...

#QOTD – What was your thrilling read of the month?

TITLE– Goes well with the plot, I loved it...

COVER– Extremely attractive one..!!

RECOMMENDED— Highly!!

STRENGTHS— Title & Cover

TITLE– Once There Was Me: The Extraordinary Life of an Unknown Indian

AUTHOR– Bobby Sachdeva

GENRE– Fiction

PUBLISHERS- Pan

PUBLISHING DATE– 30 June 2020

LANGUAGE– English

FORMAT– Paperback

PRICE– 400 INR

RATINGS->

OVERALL RATING– 5✴️

Destiny Played It Well

Review #68

Here comes my other amazing & challenging read of 2020. The story revolves around Kabeer & Navya. Though first image about this novel's character that was created in my mind after reading his name was "I idealised him as Kabir from movie Kabir Singh😝."

Detailed Review in form Video is coming out soon this month, Stay Tuned to know more about this wonderful love story.

Hey, first of all hello 🙋 all the lovely readers out there, here is a genuine review I want to share with you all.

A story which I will recommend to all the readers out there, The book ‘Destiny Played It Well’ - which highlights the importance of passionate & challenging goals of Love & the play games of destiny to unite two pure souls which were far away from each other. Love is what all seek, and for Navya, Kabeer was his healer, and for Kabeer it was love at first sight. They both only need to realize the magic love possesses. Will destiny also play it's role to unite them? Will destiny actually change her opportunity to get Internship at England & decreasing over-sea distances between Kabeer & Navya into a turning point to her miserable life she was living earlier in India? Was destiny actually pre-planning something for both of them? Read this amazing story to find crisp turning points & drop in comments what you felt? The way this story is penned down is 100% relatable with each beautifully penned down word. What a page-turner this is!!

Wonderful book. While reading the book you start living it & the book gives you very much Bollywood feel. I wont be surprised if this book (entire series) gets turned into a movie or web-series.

Language used is simple & easy to understand. Writing style of the author is good. Overall, I enjoyed reading it. This is a must read for all readers out there...

#QOTD –What actually brings smile on your face?

TITLE–Goes well with the plot, I loved it...

COVER–Extremely attractive one..!!

RECOMMENDED—Highly!!

STRENGTHS—Title & Cover

TITLE–Destiny Played It Well

AUTHOR–Neha Mittal

GENRE–Fiction

PUBLISHERS-Locksley Hall Publishing

PUBLISHING DATE–1 Jan 2020

LANGUAGE–English

FORMAT–Paperback

PRICE–250 INR

RATINGS->

OVERALL RATING– 5✴️