Location: India
Question: How long have you been writing?
I
seriously began to write about three years before I got published. Off and on I
have been writing throughout my life. In some distant future I saw myself
seriously taking up writing. Then one day, the question just popped at me: why
not today? So I asked my targeted publisher, Harlequin, if they would accept
Indian author submission and found that they were actually holding a contest
for Indian writers. That was a lucky break. I submitted an entry and went on to
win the contest as well as an opportunity to get published with them.
Question: What
was the name of the first book you ever published, and when was it
published?
My debut
book is ‘Bollywood Fiance For A Day’ and it was published in September, ’13.
It’s American edition is being released in June, ‘14
Question: Was
this book published by a publisher; or did you self-publish?
It’s
published under Indian AUthor Collection as print edition and is being released
by Harlequin E as an eBook with a new cover.
Question: Tell
our readers about this very first book.
(For example: What was the
inspiration for writing it, and what was it about)?
The
story I wrote for the contest starred a Bollywood actor and a serious minded
doctor who just had her engagement broken by none other than her own sister.
When I wrote the book, Zahir, the hero, became a hotshot with a careless
attitude who rubs the jilted heroine the wrong way. But beneath the surface, he
has his own shares of troubles and hurts that life has dealt him. Will Vishakha
find out the real persona beneath the reel one?
I was
inspired to write a Bollywood hero because I’m a fan of the song-dance-mix
Bollywood films. Vishakha became a doctor, maybe because of my own medical
background.
Question: Can
a person still buy this book? If so,
where?
Question: How
many total books have you published?
To date: two.
Question: List
all of your titles
- "Bollywood Fiance For A Day"
- "You Can’t Fight A Royal Attraction"
Question: Any
future writing projects in the works? If
so, tell us about it, and any pertinent dates to go with it.
I have a
story out in an anthology, to be released by Harper Collins India. I’m
currently working on my third book.
Question: What
is the title of your current book, and tell us a little about it.
I've
named it "Second Chance" for now. It’s the story of two lovers getting separated
after college because of their different goals in life. When they meet again,
can they take another chance at love? That is the story question.
Last
question, if
someone comes across this interview and reads it, what would you like to tell
them about why you think they should try reading your book or books? (Basically, what can you offer
them in the way of information or entertainment)?
My books
are romantic reads, with emotional twists and turns. My characters are usually
conflicted and must find their way out of the odds presented to them while
solving an emotional issue for themselves. The stories blend emotion with light
touches of humour, ideal to relax with while keeping you turning the page.
Anything
else you'd like to add that I didn't ask you, but you would like to share with
our readers?
If you
are interesting in writing and think I can help you with something, do contact
me at summervasu@gmail.com I love to help out fellow writers. And of
course, do check out my books. J
Blog Writer's Note to Author: You sound like you are a pretty impressive writer. Congratulations on winning the Harlequin Romance contest. I'll definitely be checking out your book. Good Luck to you with your future writing, and thank you for the interview.
Blog Writer's Note to Author: You sound like you are a pretty impressive writer. Congratulations on winning the Harlequin Romance contest. I'll definitely be checking out your book. Good Luck to you with your future writing, and thank you for the interview.
