Tag: k hari kumar
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From Backstory to Growth Arcs: A Writer’s Guide to Crafting Dynamic Characters
A compelling character has the power to transport readers to uncharted territories, instill compassion, and leave an indelible mark. In this article, we shall delve deep into the essential elements of character development, offering a comprehensive guide to help writers create characters that seize the imagination and leave a lasting impression.
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Building a Solid Foundation: Outlining in Fiction Writing
Have you ever found yourself gazing into the void of a blank screen, unsure of where to begin your literary quest? Fret not, for outlining is the key to unlocking the vast expanse of your imagination and structuring your ideas. A Story Outline is the ray of light that leads you through the uncharted dark…
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From Blank Page to First Draft: A Guide for New Writers
Writing can be a challenging but incredibly rewarding pursuit. These tips will help you develop your #writing skills and achieve your writing goals. As someone who has written 9 Books (3 to be published between 2023 & 2024), I know exactly how intimidating the process can feel at first. So, I have decided to ease…
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Storyteller at Heart
Interview originally printed in Deccan Chronicle in June 2013. Wannabe writers might want to try travelling in trains when they feel creative. Back in 1990 J. K. Rowling was on a train to London when the idea for Harry Potter just “fell into her head”. Twenty years later, K. Hari Kumar wrote his first novel on…
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Trapped in Your Own Dream – Sleep Paralysis
Sleep paralysis can be a terrifying experience that affects millions worldwide. In this blog post, we explore the science, myths, and mysteries of sleep paralysis, including its links to alien abduction experiences. Learn about the common symptoms and causes of sleep paralysis. Tune in to The Fourth State podcast to discover the secrets of the…
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INTERVIEW| Fear defines horror and the reader must be able to perceive that: Author K. Hari Kumar
Inspiration comes from all quarters; films, folktales and even cartoons. I have read stories from Chandamama, and ghost stories of Charles Dickens, Satyajit Ray and Ruskin Bond. Pet Sematary was the full-fledged horror novel that made a deep impact in my mind. The Butcher’s Theater by Jonathan Kellerman made me realise that every horror story…
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How to write screenplay for a short film?
Before I begin writing, I sit down, take a piece of paper and scribble down the story idea point by point (sequentially). Some of these points might be just one word, while others might be as long as a paragraph. I take an entire day (without breaks) to finish this outline of the story which…
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Why is the horror genre still an underrated one in India?
Screenwriter and bestselling horror writer K. Hari Kumar finds the genre’s market marginalised and untapped despite our rich oral horror tradition. “Only few retain the taste in horror, while majority keep away because of the fear it instilled in their mind. The tendency to choose an international writer sometimes puts Indian English writers of the…
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‘Brahm is a heady mix of paranormal and psychological elements’: Kalki and Sanjay on ZEE5 show
Bhram is based on K Hari Kumar’s 2018 novel, The Other Side Of Her. The show is directed by Sangeeth Sivan. Kalki says she started prepping for the show by reading real-life accounts of accident survivors. “Sangeeth sent me stories of people who had gone through accidents but couldn’t recall it because of trauma. In…