He has written 4 books - The Stars of the Flag, Espionage, Chenyasha and LIFE. He is best known for Chenyasha, which features AI-generated images. His books dive into history, sports, war and politics.
Q.1 Tell us something about yourself that not many people know.
A. I had Atrial Septal Defect. I went to Bengaluru in 2019 to get it operated when it failed, and to Mumbai in 2022 when it succeeded.
Another incident, many people don’t know, is when I cried too much over lunch. It was Director’s Lunch, an honour in our school, my friend, Arav Khabiya, who inspired me to start writing, was also selected alongside a newcomer, Parinita, from our class.
Q.2 When should we expect your next book? What will it be about?
A. You should expect a thriller of politics, etc. Somewhat unique and inspiring. It will be about ‘India’ and her brave children. Fun fact, it took me 20-23 days to write the first two chapters of my new novel, while it took only 5-6 days to write the whole Chenyasha.
Q.3 What inspired you to write Chenyasha?
A. A friend of mine, the story, I’d like to keep to myself (not Arav Khabiya - the friend referring to here).
Q.4 At just 13 years old, what challenges did you face while writing the book, and how did you overcome them?
A. Nothing, while writing Chenyasha. With LIFE and my latest book, managing time with school, and managing my impatience with writing, to control and help me to study.
Q.5 Can you share your writing process? Do you follow a routine, or do you write whenever inspiration strikes?
A. I write whenever inspiration strikes. Every time, I don’t know the ending, as I just write with the flow. The book appears as a movie in my head while writing.
Q.6 What is the best piece of advice anyone has ever given to you?
A. My favourite English teacher, Richa mam, said during the Director Lunch thing, ‘Don’t be disheartened, try and try, you earn it!’
Q.7 What were your feelings when you first saw the cover page of your book?
A. It felt good.
Q.8 Do you read your book reviews? How do you deal with good or bad ones?
A. I read them. Good ones - when someone praises me, so nothing, I feel just good and uncomfortable. Bad ones - thanks for your valuable and valueless feedback.
Q.9 What was one of the most surprising things you learned while writing this book?
A. The pressure a sportsman has on his or her shoulders while playing for his or her country in a big tournament.
Q.10 How did you develop the character of Chen Yi? Is he inspired by anyone in real life?
A. Yes, the same friend who inspired me to write Chenyasha.
Q.11 Chenyasha features AI-generated images. What was your experience using this technology in storytelling?
A. It was alright. Sometimes, frustrating. But it's a new technology, so I don’t expect it to be perfect.
Q.12 Looking back, is there anything you would change or add to the story now?
A. My narration and pacing are too fast. People say my ending, but no, it sets up perfectly for a potential second part, I think.
Q.13 Who are your favourite authors or books that influenced your writing style?
A. Elisabetta Dami, I like her books, the Geronimo Stilton Series. Ruskin Bond and William Shakespeare, his Merchant of Venice, were simply too good. My writing style is mine, I don't think it is been influenced.
Q.14 Who designed your book cover? What was the selection process?
A. I did it myself using AI.
Q.15 Do you have any advice for young, aspiring authors who want to publish their work?
A. I don’t think I’m mature enough. But I think, just go with the flow.
Q.16 Do you believe in writer’s block? If yes, how do you deal with it?
A. I have never experienced it.
Q.17 How do you balance writing with school and other activities?
A. I usually write during summer vacations, one can write on alternate days, or at night after dinner.
Q.18 How do your friends or family feel about your book or writing venture in general?
A. Family - Proud, Eager, Excited.
Friends - I usually never tell them. When I tell them or they get to know, they are very curious.
Q.19 What was your experience working with BriBooks? Would you recommend them to other young writers?
A. I wouldn’t recommend it. You can’t control the price, making it too expensive. Their editor/word processor is too annoying. Their cover designer is not good. If you want to import one yourself, you need an extra subscription, plus less credibility.
Q.20 Share the experience of your writing journey so far.
A. I don’t know. Ask this after 7-10 years. I would be fit to answer this question. I’m too immature, I think.
Share your social account links -
Instagram - @arnav29102011
Website - https://youngwordsmiths.my.canva.site/young-wordsmith
Q.2 When should we expect your next book? What will it be about?
A. You should expect a thriller of politics, etc. Somewhat unique and inspiring. It will be about ‘India’ and her brave children. Fun fact, it took me 20-23 days to write the first two chapters of my new novel, while it took only 5-6 days to write the whole Chenyasha.
Q.3 What inspired you to write Chenyasha?
A. A friend of mine, the story, I’d like to keep to myself (not Arav Khabiya - the friend referring to here).
Q.4 At just 13 years old, what challenges did you face while writing the book, and how did you overcome them?
A. Nothing, while writing Chenyasha. With LIFE and my latest book, managing time with school, and managing my impatience with writing, to control and help me to study.
Q.5 Can you share your writing process? Do you follow a routine, or do you write whenever inspiration strikes?
A. I write whenever inspiration strikes. Every time, I don’t know the ending, as I just write with the flow. The book appears as a movie in my head while writing.
Q.6 What is the best piece of advice anyone has ever given to you?
A. My favourite English teacher, Richa mam, said during the Director Lunch thing, ‘Don’t be disheartened, try and try, you earn it!’
Q.7 What were your feelings when you first saw the cover page of your book?
A. It felt good.
Q.8 Do you read your book reviews? How do you deal with good or bad ones?
A. I read them. Good ones - when someone praises me, so nothing, I feel just good and uncomfortable. Bad ones - thanks for your valuable and valueless feedback.
Q.9 What was one of the most surprising things you learned while writing this book?
A. The pressure a sportsman has on his or her shoulders while playing for his or her country in a big tournament.
Q.10 How did you develop the character of Chen Yi? Is he inspired by anyone in real life?
A. Yes, the same friend who inspired me to write Chenyasha.
Q.11 Chenyasha features AI-generated images. What was your experience using this technology in storytelling?
A. It was alright. Sometimes, frustrating. But it's a new technology, so I don’t expect it to be perfect.
Q.12 Looking back, is there anything you would change or add to the story now?
A. My narration and pacing are too fast. People say my ending, but no, it sets up perfectly for a potential second part, I think.
Q.13 Who are your favourite authors or books that influenced your writing style?
A. Elisabetta Dami, I like her books, the Geronimo Stilton Series. Ruskin Bond and William Shakespeare, his Merchant of Venice, were simply too good. My writing style is mine, I don't think it is been influenced.
Q.14 Who designed your book cover? What was the selection process?
A. I did it myself using AI.
Q.15 Do you have any advice for young, aspiring authors who want to publish their work?
A. I don’t think I’m mature enough. But I think, just go with the flow.
Q.16 Do you believe in writer’s block? If yes, how do you deal with it?
A. I have never experienced it.
Q.17 How do you balance writing with school and other activities?
A. I usually write during summer vacations, one can write on alternate days, or at night after dinner.
Q.18 How do your friends or family feel about your book or writing venture in general?
A. Family - Proud, Eager, Excited.
Friends - I usually never tell them. When I tell them or they get to know, they are very curious.
Q.19 What was your experience working with BriBooks? Would you recommend them to other young writers?
A. I wouldn’t recommend it. You can’t control the price, making it too expensive. Their editor/word processor is too annoying. Their cover designer is not good. If you want to import one yourself, you need an extra subscription, plus less credibility.
Q.20 Share the experience of your writing journey so far.
A. I don’t know. Ask this after 7-10 years. I would be fit to answer this question. I’m too immature, I think.
Share your social account links -
Instagram - @arnav29102011
Website - https://youngwordsmiths.my.canva.site/young-wordsmith
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