Riddhima Sen - Behind the Lens Authors Journey

Welcome to Koalakraft's exclusive interview series, where we delve into the captivating journeys of talented individuals. Today, we have the pleasure of hosting Riddhima, a young and accomplished writer who has penned several solo books. Join us as we uncover the inspirations, challenges, and triumphs that have shaped her remarkable authorial path.

1. What initially sparked your passion for writing, and how did you embark on your journey as an author?

Ans - Writing has always been something therapeutic for me . Also , l was inspired by authors like Ruskin Bond , Arundhati Roy and my school teachers from Delhi Public School Newtown.  That's what sparked my interest to become a writer and l began Writing on a daily basis .

2. With multiple solo books under your belt, could you share some insights into your creative process and the themes that resonate most strongly in your work?

Ans - Of course. So l mainly write about the various streams of life, emotions, experiences,  anecdotes and social issues . Nearly an year ago , I delved deep into the world of thrillers and mysteries . Currently,  my recent obsession while writing manuscripts is the thriller genre .

3. Writing is often a journey of self-discovery. How has your perspective evolved throughout your career, and what lessons have you learned along the way?

Ans - To be frank , when l was younger, writing was my way of expressing my unsaid opinions on paper . As a child who was introverted , l preferred penning down my feelings on paper to actually talking with someone . When l started publishing my work at the age of 17 , in class 11 , l discovered a side of myself which could talk to the target audience as well as express extremely personal emotions with ease . My poems back then were philosophical in nature , and were published online .

4. As a young writer, you've navigated the dynamic landscape of the literary world. Can you shed light on the challenges you've faced and the strategies you employ to overcome them, offering guidance to aspiring authors?

Ans - The main challenge authors face on a regular basis is writer's block , l believe so . I myself face the same challenge as well . My go to activity for overcoming writer's block is listening to music , or sketching to relieve my brain of stress , in order to complete the manuscript  . Anyone who wants to become an author, should try to give it a risk and work towards their goal , since one should always listen to their heart .