Shreyasi Rhittika Phukon is an author and has contributed her writings in few anthologies and e-magazines. She has initiated and also co-authored an anthology ‘A Phase Unknown Woman- A Tribute Series’ and also published her debut solo short story book ‘18 Via Teen -Be Yourself.’
Shreyasi was also awarded the ‘Special Jury Award 2016’ conferred upon her by Sanmati Publication.
Her new release ‘Love, Long Ago’ is her debut novel which has been published by Locksley Hall Publishing.
She now works as Language Editor for SAGE Journals at TNQ Technologies.
1. Who and what inspired you to write?
Writing wasn’t a God gift for me. It was Facebook that brought me a few chances to explore this never planned field. My fiction got selected in an anthology, authored by Heena Priya, which was my very first professional writing attempt apart from my usual fb posts and notes. Eagerness increases when you taste success. No contradiction, I met some passionate young writers, who have always inspired and encouraged me to write. And that’s how I have so far contributed my writings in a few anthologies, e-magazines, and a short story book.
2. What challenges did you face while writing and getting published?
Writing a novel for the first time was an exciting but also challenging process. It came as a shock to me to discover just how difficult it is to keep on track with the writing. Everybody thinks they have a book in them, but it takes bravery, determination, and a little luck to get a book finished, edited, and published. Second, it was fear and self-doubt. Honestly, I always thought who would read anything I wrote? The last and hardest part was getting a publisher. I researched agents and publishers who might be interested in the romance genre, wrote query emails, and got lots of rejections. I learned that the truth in today’s disrupted book publishing market is that most traditional publishing houses want only non-fiction genres. But, the good part was that after struggling to find one, I got a response from “The Book Bakers” that made my writing journey, a smooth one.
3. How did you come to know about the literary agency THE BOOK BAKERS?
Suhail Sir and The Book Bakers were on my Facebook’s friend list from a long time. I used to get to know about the wonderful books that were getting published under the mentorship of Suhail Sir through the posts that were being shared.
4. How did THE BOOK BAKERS help you and what would you like to say about them?
I am very much grateful to The Book Bakers who helped me in finding not just one but 3 leading publishers of the time. It was a bit tough for me to decide and choose to go with one. Suhail Sir and the team have been very much helpful from the beginning and have provided me with the best services they can provide.
5. How supportive is your publisher of your work?
Locksley Hall Publishing was very much supportive and professional from the beginning.
6. How do you see literary success for yourself?
For me, I feel writing a book doesn’t mean making money or becoming a bestseller. It’s all about appreciation and recognition.
7. When can we expect your next book?
In a year or so.
8. How has your experience being working with Locksley Hall Publishing ?
Working with Locksley Hall Publishing was a wonderful experience. They made my writing journey, a smooth one.
9. Any message or tips for aspiring authors?
My advice: NEVER GIVE UP! Don’t let anyone tell you that you cannot achieve your dreams. Start your first draft, no matter what.
BOOK NAME : LOVE, LONG AGO
PUBLISHER : LOCKSLEY HALL PUBLISHING
BOOK SYNOPSIS/BLURB :
Rhea Barua reaches USA and as luck would have it, wins a contest to meet bestselling author, Aarav, whom Rhea admires. Initially disappointed with meeting him, Aarav and Rhea turn the best of friends in due course with the latter commencing on her own literary journey.
But little does she know that expressing her feelings of love will shatter her life. Broken and shocked, Rhea gathers the courage to complete her graduation and is set to return to India when she meets Abhinav, the match chosen by her parents for her.
Will she marry Abhinav when her heart still yearns for Aarav? What was the secret that Aarav had withheld? Will destiny give him a chance at redemption or will Rhea resign herself to her fate?
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