Category: Masterclass & Tips

  • K. Hari Kumar’s Women: Strength, Struggle, and the Shadows That Follow

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    When I write women, I don’t create them as symbols or archetypes. They are people, shaped by the worlds they inhabit. Some fight against their circumstances, some carry wounds that refuse to heal, and some embrace the darkness that has been thrust upon them. A reader who read Dakhma once told me that Anahita gave…

  • When The Alchemist met Amar Chitra Katha: Unveiling the Inspirations Behind ‘Daiva’

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    The seed of ‘Daiva’ may have been planted just a year ago, but the inspiration for this exploration of Tulunadu’s mighty deities stretches much further back. Interestingly, the wellsprings of creativity that fueled ‘Daiva’ may surprise you – they don’t directly involve the Daivas themselves. Let me take you on a journey through time as…

    Inspiration for Daiva: Amar Chitra Katha, Alchemist, Nine Lives William Dalrymple, K. Hari Kumar, Tulu Nadu, Chandamama magazine, Shiva Shakti.
  • Becoming an Author

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    It’s a powerful aspiration—to create worlds from your mind, breathe life into characters, and share your tales with a global audience through your book. But for aspiring writers, the journey can seem daunting. Having penned seven books myself, I can assure you that the journey is as rewarding as it is challenging. Let me break…

    It's a powerful aspiration—to create worlds from your mind, breathe life into characters, and share your tales with a global audience through your book. But for aspiring writers, the journey can seem daunting. Having penned seven books myself, I can assure you that the journey is as rewarding as it is challenging. Let K Hari Kumar, author of seven bestselling books, break it down for you.
  • Creating Stories about Women in Indian Mythology

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    Discover the enchanting world of Indian mythology as author Koral Dasgupta engages in a compelling discussion about her book “Mandodari,” published by Pan Macmillan, alongside host K Hari Kumar in this captivating episode of The Story Vault. Delve into the depths of creative fiction, where ancient female characters come alive with a fresh perspective. Join…

    Koral Dasgupta speaks about her latest book Mandodari published by Pan Macmillan with India's top horror and thriller writer K Hari Kumar in this episode of The Story Vault