PUBLISHING AND THE PANDEMIC A writer explains why she misses the lockdown brought on by the pandemic Arefa Tehsin, who writes books on nature and fiction, says she welcomed the opportunity for solitude. Arefa Tehsin Gawd, how I miss the lockdown! So much that it hurts. I look back at those months with nostalgia and... Continue Reading →
Interview in Book Trotters Club
TÊTE-À-TÊTE AREFA TEHSIN: BOOKS CAN BE YOUR BEST TEACHERS AND FRIENDS Areifa Teshin"> Areifa Teshin"> Areifa Teshin"> Arefa Tehsin is our hero at the book club! Why? Well, for starters she has been a forest warden. If that isn’t reason enough, we are awestruck by the fact that she gets to live admirably close... Continue Reading →
The Hindu: Loud and Proud
Loud and proud AREFA TEHSIN The animal kingdom is full of fascinating creatures. Let’s look at a few that could possibly split your eardrums! “Shhhh… Not so loud!” Your mum would have warned you time and again as you laugh aloud, cheer when a batsman hits a six or just have a heated argument. Loudness... Continue Reading →
New book release – Wild in the Backyard
My new book Wild in the Backyard, unleashed! Publisher: Penguin India Age: No bar Ever wondered why this world’s called a rat race? Why does your teacher call you the chatter bird of the class? How did those dratted lice get in your hair? Let's find out the answers to these and more in this... Continue Reading →