Beginning our literary journey in the summer of 2012, we have come a long way in celebrating people and their beloved styles of literature. Hosting a successful series of enchanting afternoons that involve deep conversations with authors who have a story to share, the venture has become popular for its classy gatherings. Since the first ever event the concept gained acceptance among the audience and became a platform for writers to share their lives and works.
READ MOREAn initiative for the love of literature, by the lovers of literature, An Author’s Afternoon is now a prized possession of the City of Culture, Kolkata.
The convergence of politics, media, and advocacy unfolded in a thought-provoking dialogue at a recent event graced by a distinguished media personality, Sagarika Ghose. The conversation, facilitated by Payal Mohanka, delved deep into the multifaceted journey of the guest, shedding light on her experiences, perspectives, and aspirations. Amidst the backdrop of intellectual exchange, the event commenced with a warm welcome note by Nilisha Agarwal, Ehsaas woman of Kolkata.
At a recent episode of An Author’s Afternoon, organised by Prabha Khaitan Foundation at Taj Bengal, Kolkata, Malika Varma, Ehsaas Woman of Kolkata, extended a warm welcome to the attendees and leading industrialist Harshvardan Neotia offered the introductory speech. The person of the hour was author, journalist and anti-trafficking activist Ruchira Gupta, in conversation with writer and translator Anjum Katyal.
A recent session of An Author’s Afternoon, organised by Prabha Khaitan Foundation, witnessed the presence of author-academic Nandini Das, who is a professor of early modern literature and culture at the University of Oxford. The author of Courting India: England, Mughal India and the Origins of Empire, Das was in conversation with Abhijit Gupta, a professor of English at Jadavpur University. After the welcome address was delivered by Arnab Chatterjee, General Manager of Taj Bengal, Kolkata, the lively discussion got underway.
Writing is second nature to Preeti Shenoy. The author has enthralled readers across the country for over a decade, writing 15 books in 14 years while raising her two children. Several of her novels, including Life Is What You Make It, The Secret Wish List, A Hundred Little Flames and The One You Cannot Have, are bestsellers. At a recent session of An Author’s Afternoon organised by Prabha Khaitan Foundation, while in conversation with Swati Gautam, the Founder and CEO of Necessity, Shenoy spoke of her journey as a writer, the themes of her books, the trend of self-publishing and more. Arnab Chatterjee, the Regional Manager of Taj Bengal, Kolkata, delivered the welcome note.
At a recent session of An Author’s Afternoon, Prabha Khaitan Foundation welcomed professor, poet and scholar Bashabi Fraser for a cosy discussion about her new book, Habitat, her life’s greatest influences, and more. Fraser was in conversation with Debanjan Chakrabarti, Director of the British Council in East and Northeast India.
Consultant chef, author, avid storyteller, podcasting pro, TEDx sensation and MasterChef consultant – Sadaf Hussain wears many hats. His magnetism in the kitchen and love for all things food have catapulted him to the top of the culinary space, where he has been wowing taste buds and winning hearts. The author of Daastan-e-Dastarkhan: Stories and Recipes from Muslim Kitchens even has a new book out, Desi Delicacies.
Kolkata has been known to be an avid admirer of literature since ages and the love for poetry and prose dwell alike in the hearts of the people here. Author’s Afternoon to me is a very innovative modern day approach to make literature worthy of conversations with the bests in the business. The meets are a great platform for aspiring authors to showcase their works of art and also for the experienced story tellers to inspire with their creations. I wish the venture more success in the times to come and promise to support the team with all my appreciation.
I am honoured and overwhelmed at the glorious success of a venture that began as a little effort to celebrate literature with all who are in love with words. As the initiator of this event, I take pride in sharing the happiness of seeing Author’s Afternoon touch lives with its sure lyrical excellence. The entourage of author’s who came to share their lives with us were always greeted with an audience who were all ears to their works of wonder. Nearing the joyous occasion of our 50th session, I wish more such amazing afternoons for the literature lovers of the City of Joy.
I am honoured and overwhelmed at the glorious success of a venture that began as a little effort to celebrate literature with all who are in love with words. As the initiator of this event, I take pride in sharing the happiness of seeing Author’s Afternoon touch lives with its sure lyrical excellence. The entourage of author’s who came to share their lives with us were always greeted with an audience who were all ears to their works of wonder. Nearing the joyous occasion of our 50th session, I wish more such amazing afternoons for the literature lovers of the City of Joy.
READ MOREAn Author’s Afternoon, a venture for literary lovers reached a milestone on May 2015 when Honourable Governor Keshari Nath Tripathi inaugurated the book rack that Taj Bengal fondly houses with pride.