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Visiting the Kolkata Book Fair 2026 as an author for the second year

Yesterday was my second year as an author at the International Kolkata Book Fair 2026. I visited the Sristhi Publishers Stall (E-94) where I signed copies of my non-fiction book ‘The Sanyasi who became a King’ and interacted with a few readers.

Moments of book signing at the Sristhi Publishers Stall E-94

The next stop was at the Storyteller Stall (E-95), where I signed copies of both my books – the detective thriller ‘Diary, Deceit and Death’ featuring Raya Ray and the true crime story ‘The Sanyasi who became a King’.

With Sunil of Storytelling Bookstore Stall E-95

Met and chatted with some of my fellow authors. It was heartwarming to see a few readers who have read all my books drop in to say hi and enquire about what I am writing next.

Holding both my books as I speak about them

Team Storyteller captured my journey as an author where I also spoke about both my books, about those who have been my pillars of support in this journey and my thoughts about Kolkata Book Fair this year. The reel is available to view on my Insta page.

Heartfelt gratitude to all my readers, my publishers – Sristhi Publishers and Vishwakarma Publishers, my literary agency – The Book Bakers, and Storyteller Bookstore team.

Signed copies of both the books are available at E-94 and E-95 (both stalls are near Gate no 2). So, go get your copy now and don’t forget to send me a picture.

With the kid who makes me want to write more books so that he can keep reading them while growing up

Meet me at the Kolkata Book Fair in Sristhi Publishers Stall on 27th Jan

Tomorrow, 27th Jan, I’ll be at the International Kolkata Book Fair in the Sristhi Publishers Stall (E-94, near Gate no. 2), signing copies of my book ‘The Sanyasi who became a King’, meeting readers and interacting with book lovers from 6-7 p.m.

So if you are around, drop in to say hi.

‘The Sanyasi who became a King’ turns one – a special celebration

It’s a year to the release of my first non-fiction true crime story and my third book overall. And guess what arrived to make this moment even more special? This certificate from Pen N Paper Awards which honours the shortlisting of the book in Best Non-fiction reads of 2025.

What a year it has been for this book that started during some intense brainstorming sessions with Suhail followed by a go-ahead from Arup in getting this out for the world to read. I felt like I was back in the academic world as in-depth research led me to the National Library, gullies of College Street and discussions with senior historians.

From my first time as an author in the Kolkata Book Fair signing copies of the book to book reading and author session hosted by Kolkata Bookworms at Storyteller Bookstore to book signings at Bahrisons Kolkata and WH Smith, Kolkata International Airport, this book has given me the coveted recognition and love as an author.

To everyone who has been a part of this journey and to every reader who chose to pick up this book, thank you.

Amazon link for purchase –

https://srishti.pub/sanyasi

‘The Sanyasi who became a King’ is available at the Pune Book Festival

My non fiction true crime book ‘The Sanyasi who became a King’ is now available in the Dilipraj Prakashan stall (D-33) at the ongoing Pune Book Festival from 13-21 December. If you are in Pune, please visit the venue to grab a copy.

https://youtube.com/shorts/vQvJdKzZ1JQ

The book is represented by The Book Bakers and published by Srishti Publishers & Distributors.

‘The Sanyasi who became a King’ on display

My book is spotted at Bengaluru International Airport

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.

https://srishti.pub/sanyasi

Book signing of ‘The Sanyasi who became a King’ at Kolkata International Airport on 5th Nov’25

5/1/25 – My non-fiction true crime story ‘The Sanyasi who became a King’, represented by Suhail Mathur of The Book Bakers, edited by Stuti Sharma Gupta was published by Arup Bose of Srishti Publishers & Distributors.

Cut to 5/11/25 – 11 months later, I ticked an item off my wishlist as I signed copies of this best selling book at the WH Smith store in Kolkata International Airport. Words aren’t enough to thank Arup and Shouvik Bose for making the necessary arrangements to execute the same. Thanks to the cooperative staff of WH Smith for a smooth session.

Dreams do come true if we keep working with dedication and focus. Forever grateful to my family, friends and readers for the love and support.

Book signing begins

Check the book signing event here –

https://youtube.com/shorts/Kw15P6TUrnk

‘The Sanyasi who became a King’ on the Amazon Great Indian Festival sale for a limited time

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

https://srishti.pub/sanyasi

My books featured in the Heyzine magazine

Heartfelt gratitude to Kainaz, Aabs Publishing House & Reader’s Choice for featuring both my books in the Heyzine magazine.

The magazine carries details of –

My true crime non fiction book ‘The Sanyasi who became a King’ published by Srishti Publishers & Distributors (link to purchase – https://srishti.pub/sanyasi )

And

My detective thriller in the Detective Raya Ray series titled ‘Diary, Deceit and Death’ published by Vishwakarma Publications (link to buy – https://www.amazon.in/dp/9395481862 )

I hope you enjoy reading it.

Second interview about ‘The Sanyasi who became a King’

Here’s a glimpse of my second interview from the book discussion, where I talked about my book ‘The Sanyasi who became a King’ with Shree. The book is represented by The Book Bakers and published by Sristhi Publishers.

Link to the full interview on Instagram given in my YouTube shorts.

The first interview from the Book discussion of ‘The Sanyasi who became a King’

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.