Thank you, Arup Bose, CEO of Sristhi Publications for sharing this image of my book ‘The Sanyasi who became a King’ at Bengaluru International Airport, T2 Terminal.
You can grab a copy from the WH Smith stores in airports across metro cities in India, in bookstores and on Amazon from the link below.
A few days ago I posted on ‘The Sanyasi who became a King’ getting shortlisted in the Best Non Fiction category of the Pen N Paper Awards. It feels unreal to see my book published by Sristhi Publishers and represented by The Book Bakers in the august company of books by stalwarts like Amitav Ghosh and Dr Ramachandra Guha.
Overwhelmed and grateful for the love that’s coming my way.
And if you haven’t read the true story behind the mystery of the Bhawal Raja yet, here’s the link to do it right away.
It’s heartwarming to see the recognition my non-fiction true crime novel ‘The Sanyasi who became a King’ is getting from multiple quarters. Thrilled to announce that the book has been shortlisted for the prestigious Pen n Paper Awards 2025.
A big shoutout to my literary agency, The Book Bakers and my publisher, Srishti Publishers & Distributors for their unwavering support and faith in my craft.
The book is available on Amazon –
Some feelings are so special that it’s hard to express in words,even for an author.
Here’s me, grinning from ear to ear, after spotting my book ‘The Sanyasi who became a King’ at the Kolkata International Airport before heading to our vacation destination.
Thank you Suhail Mathur and The Book Bakers making my dreams come true.
Thank you Arup Bose and Srishti Publishers & Distributors having faith in my craft. Thank you Shouvik Bose the most amazing support in making this moment happen.
You can grab a copy from the link below-
As a part of the Great Indian Festival on Amazon, ‘The Sanyasi who became a King’ is now available at a discounted price for the next couple of days.
With 111 reviews and a rating of 4.8, this true story behind the mystery of the Bhawal Raja set in pre-Independent India is your perfect read for the upcoming holidays.
You can grab a copy from the link below
Here’s the first interview from the Book discussion of ‘The Sanyasi who became a King’ with Kolkata Bookworms at the Storyteller Bookstore. The book is published by Sristhi Publishers and represented by The Book Bakers.
Watch the full interview on instagram –
Snippets of the book discussion of ‘The Sanyasi who became a King’ hosted by Kolkata Bookworms at the Storyteller Bookstore on June 8th. The book is published by Srishti Publishers & Distributors and represented by The Book Bakers.
It was a special moment to have a member of the Bhawal family attend my event.
Watch the full video on my YouTube channel –
Join us for the book discussion of my non fiction book ‘The Sanyasi who became a King’ on 8th June (today) at 4 p.m.
The event will be conducted by Kolkata Bookworms at the Storyteller Bookstore, Picnic Garden.
Published by Srishti Publishers & Distributors and represented by The Book Bakers, this is the true crime story of the Bhawal Raja set in pre-Independent India.
My non fiction book ‘The Sanyasi who became a King’ was released by Srishti Publishers & Distributors this month. It’s the true story behind the mystery of the Bhawal Raja in pre-Independent India.
This post is my way of expressing gratitude towards all those who believed in my craft, supported my journey, and ensured the book is out for the world to read. Thank you Suhail, Arup, Stuti, Alisha, and Shouvik for making this happen. It’s just the beginning of an amazing journey for my book.
To Prasun and Rrashima, I’m overwhelmed by your kindness and selflessness. Thank you for the endorsements.
Have you read this murder mystery based on true events yet? Grab a copy now –
Announcing the release of my new book – ‘The Sanyasi who became a King’, which also marks my debut in the nonfiction genre.
Represented by The Book Bakers and published by Sristhi Publishers, this is the true story behind the mystery of the Bhawal Raja set in pre-Independent India.
Here’s a small synopsis of the book –
May 1909: Ramendra Narayan Roy, the second King of the Bhawal estate, dies under mysterious circumstances in Darjeeling. Twelve years later, an ash-covered sanyasi resembling the deceased King is seen.
The King’s family rejoices, but his wife, Bibhabati, refuses to accept the man as her husband. With support from the British government – which does not want the man to reclaim his lost power and wealth for selfish reasons – she demands proof!
Was the Sanyasi a fraud? If he was the real King, then whose body was cremated in Darjeeling? What role did Bibhabati’s brother play in this mysterious death?
The Sanyasi Who Became a King is a true murder mystery set in pre-Independent India that highlights the intricacies of raw emotions, relationships, power, money and betrayal.
The book is available as a paperback and an e-book. You can grab a copy from the link below –
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