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On Goodreads “Ask the Author” page, I’ve responded to some of the most frequently asked questions from readers. We have spoken about my books, my editorial and column writings, and the themes that shape my work, including climate and social responsibility. I have also shared my favourite books, the authors who inspire me, and the literary influences that continue to guide my thinking. If you would like to join the conversation, you are warmly invited to Visit the Q&A Section and leave your own questions.
In the interview, I share how my journey as a reader and writer began in New Delhi and deepened while studying English Literature at the University of Delhi, where I realised the power of words to express complex human experiences. I discuss the authors and works that have influenced me, spanning Indian literature to philosophical texts, and explain how this passion shaped my latest book, The Withering Tree: Finding Hope in Hardship, which explores resilience through the story of a young man facing loss. The conversation reflects my commitment to portraying human conditions and connecting with readers through meaningful storytelling.
In the interview, I introduce myself as an Operations Manager, English teacher, author and columnist, explaining how writing fulfils my desire to articulate deep emotions and ideas through words. I talk about my latest book, The Withering Tree: Finding Hope in Hardship, and how daily writing habits and influences from Indian literature and the Bhagavad Gita shape my creative process. I also share insights on promoting books, the advice I cherish, and what I’m currently reading and planning next as a writer.
In the interview, I introduce myself as a writer from New Delhi who shares thoughts and ideas through words, alongside working in the corporate sector and tutoring students online. I discuss my book The Withering Tree: Finding Hope in Hardship, which follows a young man’s transformative journey through sudden adversity, and explain how reading and writing since high school inspired my writing career. I also reflect on the importance of daily discipline, my literary influences from Indian and global authors, and my plans for future projects. Overall, the conversation highlights my passion for writing as a lifelong pursuit and a means to connect deeply with readers.
In the interview, I describe my lifelong passion for writing and how my degree in English from the University of Delhi solidified my love of literature and words. I explain the inspiration behind my latest book, The Withering Tree: Finding Hope in Hardship, and how its protagonist’s journey reflects resilience and personal growth. I also share the authors and books that have influenced me, what I’m currently reading, and the importance of perseverance and ongoing learning in my life as a writer.
Jai Prakash Acharya is available for interviews and guest columns regarding contemporary Indian fiction and environmental ethics. For media inquiries, please visit the Contact Page
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