How I Write, is a book carried with the experiences of writers, journalists, and poets. It unraveled many secrets which are very useful for budding writers. Almost 20 people were interviewed to elicit their candid opinions and how the agent system in the western part of the world keeps playing to get printed any book. The same work here was done by the editor. Everyone accepted that how the first draft to be evolved through various phases. Their starting troubles would open doors for struggling writers to hone their skills in different aspects.
Pankaj Mishra explained how his distraction-free environment led him to write. How he transitioned later with the places he moved can be an interesting read. Mayukh Sen, a Bengali immigrant food writer recalled how he got passionate about Merle Oberon's book. Manjushree Thapa, of Nepalese origin, talked about her years of struggling as a writer. How her foreign upbringing created chaotic conditions in selecting themes with authenticity. Many other voices were having a heartfelt conversation about the creative community. The book was edited by Sonia Faleiro and brought out from South Asia Speaks. Price: 699/-, available on Amazon platform.
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