Author: Sonia Chatterjee

An alumnus of Presidency College (Kolkata), Delhi University, and XIME (Bangalore), Sonia Chatterjee holds two post-graduate degrees in Chemistry and Management and an MFA in creative writing from Writer's Village University. With eight years of experience in the banking sector as a Branch Head, she took a sabbatical from the corporate world to start her blog soniasmusings.com. Her blog consistently featured in the Top Indian Blogs list from 2019 to 2024. Her articles have been published on various digital platforms such as Women's Web, Youth Ki Awaaz, Tuck's Magazine, and Period Magazine. She was invited as a speaker at the Breaking Barriers, Kolkata 2018 event by the Women's Web, at the Women Writer’s Fest, Kolkata, 2020, and the Crime Writers Festival, Kolkata,2025. Sonia has written two detective thrillers titled ‘Deal of Death – Introducing Raya Ray’ (2019) and ‘Diary, Deceit, and Death – A Raya Ray Adventure’ (Vishwakarma Publications, 2024) and a non-fiction book on true crime titled ‘The Sanyasi Who Became a King’ (Sristhi Publishers, 2025). Her book ‘Diary, Deceit, and Death’ was shortlisted for the PVLF Awards 2024-25 in the Best Fiction Category. Sonia lives in Kolkata with her doctor husband and nine-and-a-half-year-old son.

My first Author Meet and Greet session along with Book Signing

My first author meet and greet session along with book signing will be conducted by Kolkata Bookworms at the Storyteller Bookstore, Picnic Garden on Jan 5th, 2025.

If you are in Kolkata, join us for an engaging discussion on Diary, Deceit and Death.

RSPV Kolkata Bookworms or Khushi Rungta on Instagram to confirm.

Diary, Deceit and Death travels the country with its author

2024 is the year when I visited Purulia, Ayodhya Hills, Lucknow, Agra, Vizag, and Gopalpur in the last 3 months.

Since Diary, Deceit and Death released in September 2024, the book has travelled with me to all these places.

Here’s my father holding the book at a picturesque location chosen by my husband while my son clicked the picture. They along with my in-laws are the reason I shifted careers to pursue what I always loved doing – writing. It’s overwhelming to see them feel happy and proud of me.

For the next couple of days, there will be some major announcements – the year end surprises I have planned for my readers and friends.

Until then, if you haven’t placed an order for the book, it’s time you do it as a year end gift to yourself or your loved ones. Here’s the link –

Amazon link

Glimpses of Pune Book Festival on 21/12/24

Thank you Parna and Arijit for making the Pune Book Festival extra special for me. Not only did you give me a surprise by visiting the Vishwakarma stall on a Saturday afternoon and video calling me to show Diary, Deceit, and Death on the banner but you also ensured to get a picture of getting the book from the CEO of Vishwakarma Publications, Vishal Soni.

Priya, Arjun and Lalitha ma’am, thank you for this warm gesture. I couldn’t be there in person but your love made it enough for me .

If you are in Pune, don’t miss the Pune Book Festival at Fergusson College. Visit the Vishwakarma Stall B-28 in Hall C. Last date is 22/12/24.

For the rest, you can get it on Amazon rightaway –

Diary, Deceit, and Death at the Pune Book Festival, Fergusson College.

These pictures and videos are from the Pune Book Festival at Fergusson College.

This is the second book festival after Ahmedabad where Diary, Deceit and Death has traveled with its publisher. How I wish I could be there in person as well!

Overwhelmed with the response

To see the cover on the banner and my book on the stands makes me emotional beyond words.

To all my readers, thank you for showering so much love on this detective thriller. If you are in Pune, don’t forget to visit the Vishwakarma Stall B-28 in Hall C of Fergusson College.

On the banner

For the rest, the Amazon link to order is here –

Diary, Deceit and Death featured at the Ahmedabad International Book Festival

First times are always special. My book Diary, Deceit and Death makes its debut at the Ahmedabad International international Book Festival , as spotted by a reader.

So, if you are in Ahmedabad, please visit the Vishwakarma stall (stall no. 76) and grab a copy soon.

Don’t forget to send me a bookfie.

Announcing the e-book launch of ‘Diary, Deceit and Death’ on Amazon

I am grateful for the love and appreciation you have shown towards ‘Diary, Deceit, and Death’. The book’s rating of 4.9 (of 5) on Amazon is a reflection of what my readers think of it.

Since the book’s launch in September, I have received numerous inquiries about the release of its e-book version.

E-book launch of ‘Diary Deceit and Death’

It is with great pleasure that I announce the availability of this fast-paced Raya Ray thriller as an e-book on Amazon.

For international readers, those who relocate frequently, or individuals who prefer expedited delivery, the e-book version is now available for you to read.

I would appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on the same link after finishing the book. Your thoughts on Raya’s latest adventure would be valuable.

Happy reading!

Link to purchase –

https://amzn.in/d/e6i1ekZ

Gifting a signed copy of my book ‘Diary, Deceit and Death’ to writer/ director Sauvik Kundu

Finally met the supremely talented writer/director of Bengali movies like Switzerland, Aay Khuku Aay, Boomerang and web series Kaveri yesterday.

Thank you so much for your time and kindness, Sauvik. I feel honoured that I could gift you a copy of my book ‘Diary, Deceit and Death’ in person. Hope you enjoy reading it. Looking forward to more brainstorming sessions in the future. 🧿

You can read more about Sauvik and his work here –

https://m.imdb.com/name/nm12008206/

And if you still haven’t placed an order for my detective thriller, here’s the link to do it right now –

Diary, Deceit, and Death is at a rating of 4.9 (of 5) on Amazon

Just to let everyone know that Diary, Deceit, and Death is receiving immense love and appreciation from its readers and has a rating of 4.9 (of 5) on Amazon.

If you haven’t grabbed a copy yet, here’s the link to do it right away –

Friends share what they feel about my book ‘Diary, Deceit, and Death’as readers

Last evening, a school friend surprised me with a picture of him holding my book. Thank you for making the effort to support my creative endeavour.

This morning, I woke up to this wonderful post from my friend from MBA College, XIME. Thank you, for such beautiful pictures and encouraging words.

It’s overwhelming to know your daughter feels inspired

To know that I’ve inspired the next generation to read more and write their stories fills my heart with joy and gratitude.

Thank you for clicking such an aesthetic snap

I hope you have grabbed your copy. If not, here’s the link to order-

My book ‘Diary, Deceit, and Death’ stands tall with a rating of 4.8 (of 5) on Amazon

Diary, Deceit and Death stands at a rating of 4.8 (of 5) on Amazon today. My heartfelt gratitude to all the readers who cared to post a rating and review on Amazon and Goodreads.

Thank you for showering so much love on my second novel and letting me know how you are waiting for Raya’s next adventure. I must also mention how a couple of readers got the subtle message of social change in this fast-paced thriller so well.

So, if you have read the book, I would request you to please let me know your thoughts through WhatsApp, messages, mails and any other way you wish to.