What inspires you to write?
For me, writing is a deeply personal and spontaneous process. I am inspired by my own emotions and thoughts. Whenever I feel something strongly within, I have this intense urge to put it into words, and I just write it down. It’s my way of expressing what’s inside my heart.
Why did you choose to write in your genre?
To be honest, I didn’t consciously choose a specific genre. I don’t write with boundaries or labels in mind. I simply sit down and write whatever flows from my heart and mind, without worrying about which category or genre it will eventually fall into. For me, the emotion of the story is always more important than the genre.
What have you written so far?
I have been writing for quite some time now, and I have written more than 23 stories so far. Contrary to what some might think, Crow: The Luck of Charm is definitely not my first project. It is actually the result of years of continuous writing, creating diverse characters, and exploring various emotional narratives along the way.
Can you share a little bit about your latest book?
My latest book, Crow: The Luck of Charm, is a deeply moving and psychological contemporary short story. It follows the life of a young man named Yash, who is confined to a wheelchair and trapped in a chaotic, emotionally draining environment filled with parental arguments and relentless street noise. Sinking into profound isolation, his fragile world finds an unexpected anchor when an ordinary crow visits his bedroom window. The bird’s absolute silence provides him with the unconditional acceptance and peace that the human world denies him. It is a poignant story about mental wellness, hope, and finding calm amidst absolute chaos.
What made you decide to sit down and start writing this book?
To be absolutely honest, the inspiration came from a very simple, real-life moment. One day, a crow flew over and sat on my bedroom window. There was something uniquely beautiful and comforting about its presence that really touched my heart. That exact moment sparked my imagination, and I felt a strong urge to build a story around it. That is how Yash and his silent companion came to life.
Tell us more about your main character. What inspired you to develop this character?
Yash is a character who represents anyone who has ever felt completely invisible and unheard in a loud, chaotic world. He experiences both physical vulnerability, being confined to a wheelchair, and deep emotional neglect from his family and relatives. I wanted to develop a character who couldn’t physically run away from his problems or the noise around him. This helplessness forces him to look inward and seek peace in the smallest of things, like a visiting bird. Yash’s journey is all about internal resilience and the silent battle for mental wellness.
What did you enjoy most about writing this book?
To be completely honest, toward the end, the thing I ‘enjoyed’ the most was the thought of finally finishing it! Writing can be emotionally exhausting, and there came a point where I just wanted to wrap it up as quickly as possible, publish it, and finally get it off my mind. That feeling of completion and letting the story out into the world was the ultimate relief and the most satisfying part for me.
What advice would you give to aspiring authors?
Honestly, I don’t think I am in a position to give advice to anyone, simply because I never listen to anyone else’s advice myself! I believe every writer has their own unique path and process. If you want to write, just write your way without waiting for someone to give you a lecture or a roadmap. Do your own thing.
What is your next project?
My next project is titled Kidnapped 2026. It is a gritty and intense narrative that delves deep into the dark underbelly of family dynamics and society. While Crow: The Luck of Charm focuses on finding inner peace, this upcoming story will explore the raw, hidden, and uncomfortable realities that often happen behind closed doors in our society.
Tell us something unique about you.
I think my uniqueness lies in how completely ordinary and ‘no-filter’ I am. I’m just an 18-year-old guy who loves walking around the house with a shaved head, wearing a simple shirt, pajamas, and slippers. I am a chronic overthinker—which probably fuels my writing—and I always carry a handkerchief crumpled up like a stone in my pocket. I don’t believe in putting on a fancy author persona; I’m just a regular guy who happens to observe the world and write.
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