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The Mind Creative Nov 2013

MANISHA: The response has been lovely. It is a “quiet” book and
as it follows the ragas it’s not fast paced. Those who have liked
it have been very generous with their feedback.
TMC: Are you working on another writing project or book?
MANISHA: I’ve started some work but as I work full time and
also have a family to look after, it does take time. I’m not great
at waking up and writing at 3 AM!
TMC: There are many aspiring writers out there. Do you have
any special words of advice for them?
MANISHA: I would advise them to just start writing; it starts
with one word at a time. I found that doing a writing course and
being part of a writers’ group, really helped. We meet once a
month and share our work with each other. Also, aspiring writers
should write about something that they are interested in and, of
course, read a lot.

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