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Just wanted to celebrate! I got my first preorder for my Dark Romantasy - The Ink-Stained Soul!

Its the first in a trilogy and is my debut novel! I've been working on it for the past 3 years and it's coming out this October 1!

Btw it's available only for 49 rupees on Kindle so if anyone's interested you can pre-order 💕

Sharing the Blurrb of my book here:

A city built on beautiful lies. A girl the grave couldn’t keep.

Three hundred years ago, Vera died.

But she didn’t stay dead.

Now Vera is bound to a decaying manor at the edge of Oakhaven, a city that thrives on dark magic—a magic that demands a price no one dares to name.

Until Jacobi arrived.

A hunter trained to destroy monsters like her, Jacobi carries the same cursed power Oakhaven has taught him to despise. Vera is everything he was raised to kill.

But the deeper he digs, the clearer the truth becomes—Vera might not be the real monster.

They were meant to be enemies.

They might be the only ones who can tear the truth free before Oakhaven consumes them both.

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I am a writer and an artist. Recently a guy posted about some work. I sent him some sample of my own work, he ignored my texts.

Then I pinged some more and 'no thankyou' is what I got.

Asked for feedback and no thankyou again.

I thought I will share my regret even though I knew Indian clients are worst took my chance and bit myself. Lol.

They leave without feedback. They act all entitled. No humility.

They dont value your time.

That's all I have to say. Thankyou for reading this rant.

My profile - Content wirter and aManga artist.

I also do Copyrightingproof reading and editing scripts.

Hello, I am ~70% through a travel memoir (narrative non-fiction) and my writer had to step away. Looking for someone to help finish the last stretch.
Would be better if the writer India-based.
Happy to share more over DM.
Thank you

Hi , I am Priyal ;)

Welcome to my little corner of the internet . I am truly happy you are here , Every person carries a universe within them - a collection of dreams , memories , questions and quiet moments that shape who they become . This blog is where i choose to share mine . before we explore other fascinating stories , let me introduce you to the girl behind the words .

I am a biotechnology student with a curious mind , a dreamer 's heart and a diary that is filled with thoughts no one else has ever read . I have a heart that believes that there is always more to life than what meets the eye . I have always found myself standing between two worlds - one driven by science and logic , the other by faith , spirituality and self discovery . While biotechnology helps me understand how life works , spirituality reminds me why it matters . To me , these words do not contradict each other , they complement each other .

BUT PERHAPS THE BIGGEST PART OF WHO I AM IS SOMETHING MUCH SIMPLER

I have been writing diaries since i was in 6th standard . what began as a place to record my days slowly became a home for my thoughts , dreams , questions , fears , little victories and everything i do not want to say out loud , Looking back at those pages did not just preserve memories - they capture the person i was becoming .

THIS BLOG IS AN EXTENSION OF THOSE DIARIES

This blog is where i will share my journey through science , spirituality , dreams , friendships and the little moments that make life meaningful . I do not claim to have everything figured out , i am simply someone who loves asking questions , learning from experiences and finding meaning in both ordinary and extraordinary .

If my words make you pause , smile , think differently , or simply feel a little less alone , then this blog have achieved exactly what i hoped it would . This space reflects who i am - curious , ambitious , deeply reflective , and someone who finds joy and energy in every new experience .

So , welcome once again ..... I am excited to have you here

With Love ,

Priyal
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Hey everyone,

I am a huge fan of pocket notebooks like Field Notes or Moleskine pocket for quick everyday carry notes, ideas, and sketching. Getting them in India is always a pain. They are either ridiculously overpriced on Amazon due to imports at 1500 Rupees or more for a 3-pack, or they are just hard to find.

I am exploring the idea of launching a local alternative made right here in India, and I would love to get a sanity check from this community.

• The Format: Classic 3.5" x 5.5" pocket size, 48 pages, heavy-duty staple binding.
• The Upgrade: Built specifically to fix the ink-bleed issue of imported books using 90 to 100 GSM fountain-pen friendly, zero-bleed natural paper.
• The Vibe: High-concept themed cover art series like Himalayan Mountain Passes, Indian Wildlife, or Heritage Architecture.
• Price Point: Aiming for roughly 399 to 499 Rupees for a 3-pack instead of paying imported prices.

Historical romance or time travel romance or mystery thriller?

I'm writing a story with my own plot, characters, and ideas, but I'm not very confident in my writing. I sometimes draft a scene myself, then use AI to improve wording, structure, and flow, while keeping final control.

And that's why I am questioning fhat whether I am a heading towards the right path to become a good writer or I am just being lazy..

I want to write a book. No, I don't want to sell it. I don't want to earn even a penny from it. I just want to write and I want you to read. Give your two cents on it, feel me through my writing and feel your own emotions that have been buried for long. I want it to be read by those people who don't normally read. I want them to mock it. I want them to praise it. From my grief and love to yours. From emotions in my chest to yours. I want to touch your life for the shortest of moments. Talk to me about everything you felt. That's all I want. Honest. I'll probably publish it online but I don't know the best place. Any suggestions?

I searched for agents seeking Science-Fantasy manuscripts. Long story short, Book Bakers and indie publisher Blaft are the only ones open to SFF.

Most agencies have publicly announced that they are closed to SFF, and the ones that are open on paper have no history of acquiring any Science-Fantasy for the past two to three years.

I am aware that the SFF landscape is absent in India. With Book Bakers being the one of the "two" options available — if you can call them so — Suhail has requested an upfront fee... he always does.

Would you please be kind enough to share your view and experience?

Hi,

I am new to writing. Although not new to writing, have written few pieces but haven't published them as I have zero knowledge of publishing and also you can say on a zero budget.

I may invest like 20-30k but not beyond it. I want to retain copyright moving ahead.

So what could be the best option? I have two books ready to publish - one in hindi and another in english. And if I used Kindle Desktop Publishing - is it worth it? Because I know if my one of the book, actually a novel in English would be published and will be given a proper publicity - it could scale to be a bestseller.

Thanks in advance for your suggestions. Kindly help!

Hey fellow writers,

I’ve been feeling a little disconnected from writing lately. Not because I’ve stopped loving it, but because somewhere along the way, I lost the rhythm, the habit of sitting down, putting thoughts into words, and simply writing.

So I thought I’d reach out here.

I’m looking for fellow writers who might feel the same way, or anyone who simply enjoys talking about writing, ideas, stories, creativity, or the strange relationship we have with our own words.

Maybe we could have conversations about what we’re writing. Share unfinished thoughts without worrying about whether they’re “good enough.” Talk about the stories we abandoned, the ideas that keep coming back, the books that inspired us, or even the days when writing feels impossible.

No pressure to critique or impress anyone. Just genuine conversation, discussion, encouragement, and sharing.

Sometimes I think getting back on track doesn’t require a perfect writing routine. Maybe it just takes finding a few people who remind us why we started writing in the first place.

So, if you’re a writer or someone trying to become one again, please feel free to say hello.

What are you writing these days? What’s been keeping you from writing? And what would help you get back into it?

Let’s talk. Maybe a simple conversation is all some of us need to start writing again.

Please Suggest me romance novels that explore lifelong relationships — starting from dating and marriage, through raising kids, adulthood, and even old age. I want stories that show love evolving across decades, not just the beginning of romance.

I’ve been thinking about writing a book called Navratri, With Love, and I’d genuinely love to hear what readers/writers here think about the concept.

The story would be set during Navratri, with the festival, garba nights, family gatherings, traditions, music, colours and Ahmedabad/Gujarat atmosphere playing a big role in the story.

I want the romance to develop alongside the festival rather than making Navratri just a background setting. The idea is to capture that feeling of meeting someone during those nine nights and slowly realizing that maybe the festival isn’t the only thing making your heart race.

I’m still developing the plot and characters, so I wanted to ask:

Would a romance novel centred around Navratri and Gujarati culture interest you as a reader?

What would make you want to pick up a book with a title like Navratri, With Love?

And if you’re familiar with Navratri/garba culture, what details would you LOVE to see represented authentically in a romance?

I’d really appreciate honest opinions even if you think the concept needs work!