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illustrator
artist
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A little bit about me...
I love writing adventure stories for middle-graders. I have
authored and illustrated two books: ‘In the Woof of Time’ (longlisted for the TOI
AUTHER Awards Season 5) and ‘At the Quack of Dawn’ (longlisted for the Binod
Kanoria Children’s Book Awards 2025). My latest book, 'The Secret of the Star Sapphire' was launched in February 2026.
I am a founding member of Resolve Biotech Pvt Ltd. Before becoming a full-
time author, I served as CEO of Ariston Capital Services Pvt Ltd, where I
calmly (!) ran day-to-day operations, a phase I have since recovered from.
I have worked across the European Union and India in communications,
assisting in public affairs campaigns for healthcare giants in Brussels, and handling
PR strategies and investor relations for MNCs in India.
These days, when I'm not reading, writing, sketching or talking aloud to made-up
characters, I can be found debating over books, the miseries of toe-stubbing
(I'm very clumsy) and other profound topics with children, who remain my
staunchest allies and most honest critics.
The Secret of the Star Sapphire
A middle-grade mystery that blends myth and history in a gripping treasure hunt, as three friends follow a trail of clues through Mumbai to uncover a legendary blue gemstone.
A priceless blue sapphire.
A puzzling riddle.
A city hiding centuries of secrets.
For over two thousand years, a rare blue sapphire known as the Star of India has passed quietly through history—hidden in legends, buried in battles, and guarded by those who understood its power. Its trail winds through epics and through moments of history: Ravana’s Lanka, Alexander’s march across the Jhelum, Chhatrapati Shivaji’s stand at the Sahyadri, the rise of Bombay under British rule, and a daring museum heist that shocked the world.
In present-day Mumbai, three heroes—Neel, a curious history lover; Nahid, fearless and sharp-witted; and Anosh, brilliant and observant—uncover a mysterious clue during a break-in at the Asiatic Society Library. What begins as a puzzle soon turns into a thrilling chase across the city—through forgotten tunnels, bustling markets, historic fountains, and centuries-old monuments. Their search reveals a forgotten story from 1871 Bombay involving the sapphire and a six-year-old boy named Rudyard Kipling.
As the trio race to discover the secret, they find that there are others on the trail of the sapphire, and some secrets are just too dangerous to uncover.
Peppered with intriguing riddles and exciting clues, The Secret of the Star Sapphire is a richly layered adventure perfect for readers who love non-stop action and stories of staunch friendships in the face of danger.
For Ages 10+
Published by Speaking Tiger
In the Woof of Time
Sam (11) and his friends love adventure books. But now, they are caught in a mystery of their own! A prize-winning dog, milk bottles, expensive jewellery... these are just some of the things that go missing from their high-rise building. Who is the culprit? Is it an insider?
As they dive deep into the riddle, the Book Club finds help from a most unexpected person. But soon, Sam becomes the police’s prime suspect! What happens next? Can the Book Club solve the mystery fast enough? Find out, as you join them on this thrilling ride.
For Ages 8+
Published by Readomania
At the Quack of Dawn
11-year-old Sam and his book club friends love adventure books and solving puzzles just like the famous detectives they read about. But do they have what it takes to save themselves when they fall head-first into a mystery of their own?
Their neighbour, the famous Ornithologist, Professor Munia, has a knack for getting himself caught in tricky situations, especially when it comes to saving his cherished wetlands. When he goes missing, the police refuse to help. His only hope? The Book Club Detectives.
The children find themselves in a dizzying maze of greedy construction lobbyists, staunch environmentalists and intrepid reporters, and realise that saving the environment is no child’s play. Sometimes real life runs parallel to fiction. Can their beloved books help them save the day?
For Ages 8+
Published by Readomania
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