Are you a writer going through a difficult period?

Trying to get published? Already published and trying to publish another novel...... disheartened, depressed or feeling all-round low because of the daunting publishing process? I just read this very touching piece by Mary Anne Mohanraj a Chicago based writer who also organizes a literary festival with a South Asian bent every couple of years (Kriti/Desilit). I really enjoyed her collection of short stories Bodies in Motion. She's generously sharing her personal travails with her second book here. Mary Anne, here's wishing you the very best of luck on this one.

Raju -- Biscuit Maker

Here is a short film on Raju. During the Surajkund Crafts Mela he had a stall outside the fair grounds. Usually his roadside cart is in the nearby residential neighborhood.

Simple Pleasures

There is something to be said for ambling across the street and into what is probably India's largest crafts fair. You can find more or less everything at the Surajkund Crafts Mela (on till mid-Feb) from sour tamarind pickle by the kilo to a red metal robot designed in Chennai that tells you your own personal future for five rupees. Here are some photos....spot the man amidst his larger than life wares!

The Life of a Delhi Monkey

Here is my first attempt at digital video. The camera is shaky and the sound mixing leaves a lot to be desired. You'll need to increase the volume half way through in order to hear the voice over which recorded a notch lower than the music. Enjoy! And, those of you who are seasoned film-makers, feel free to tell me how I can improve.