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Payal Doshi

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Payal Doshi has an MFA in Creative Writing (Fiction) from The New School, New York. Having lived in India, the UK, and US, she noticed a lack of Indian protagonists in global children’s fiction and one day wrote the opening paragraph to what would become Rea and the Blood of the Nectar, her debut middle grade novel. The novel is the recipient of the IPPY Gold Award. Her short story, A Confluence of Fates, can be found in the YA Anthology, My Big, Fat, Desi Wedding published by Page Street in February 2024. When she isn’t writing stories that champion brown joy and celebrate her South Asian heritage, you can find her nose deep in a book with a cup of coffee or daydreaming of fantasy realms to send her characters into. For more information, v ...more

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Payal Doshi Thank you, Anika! I'm so glad you enjoyed reading Rea and the Blood of the Nectar! The Chronicles of Astranthia is going to be a trilogy and so yes, t…moreThank you, Anika! I'm so glad you enjoyed reading Rea and the Blood of the Nectar! The Chronicles of Astranthia is going to be a trilogy and so yes, the sequel will continue from where we left off at the end of book 1. The sequel is expected to be published by Fall 2022. Thanks for your question!(less)
Payal Doshi I'm planning a trilogy and currently working on writing the sequel! Stay tuned for more updates!…moreI'm planning a trilogy and currently working on writing the sequel! Stay tuned for more updates!(less)
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“The mind is a mysterious place. In its vast and many corners are hidden pieces of knowledge. When we sleep, they float up in the form of dreams. They can be wild, have a mind of their own, and lead us to places. They can carry messages or warnings. If they recur, one must heed them.”
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“Stories are gateways that open your mind to think differently and question what people have stopped questioning.”
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“I am afraid that is a path you must discover on your own. I have faith in you, fearless one. You will find your way to a full awakening.”
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