A look back at IEP Summit 2026, held on October 31 in New Delhi. From editorial skills and technology to freelancing and entrepreneurship, the conference explored new opportunities for publishing professionals. I share highlights from the sessions, professional connections, and my experience as emcee.
In this week's Behind the Book, Dr. Ravi Bhatia discusses Let's Quiz Kid: Volume 3, sharing how trivia-based questions, current affairs, and clues make quizzing more engaging. He also talks about the research behind the book and his daughters' involvement in reviewing the questions.
In this week's Behind the Book, Dr. Ravi Bhatia discusses Let's Quiz Kid: Volume 2, sharing his passion for quizzing, the research behind 500 questions about India, and how fun fact boxes add a new dimension to the learning experience.
What inspired a paediatrician and lifelong quiz enthusiast to write a book of 500 questions about India? In this edition of Behind the Book, Dr. Ravi Bhatia shares his passion for quizzing, the research behind Let’s Quiz Kid: Volume 1, and his hopes for young readers.
Ever corrected the same inconsistency twice because you couldn't remember your earlier decision? A copyediting style sheet can help. Discover how this simple reference document makes editing more consistent, organized, and efficient.
An ordinary October morning, a cool room, and a forgotten water heater inspired a reflection on life's everyday contradictions. A poem about our changing needs, emotions, and choices, and why every moment matters.
In this edition of Behind the Book, Yogesh Gupta talks about Living With Happiness: My Journey of Living, Learning & Finding Joy Within, the inspiration behind writing it, the experiences that shaped it, and what he hopes readers will take away from the book.
In this edition of Behind the Book, Divya Jyoti Munjal talks about Journal Publishing Behind the Scenes: Systems, KPIs and the Illusion of Progress, the experiences that inspired it, the recurring operational issues it explores, and how the book looks beyond workflows and KPIs to focus on meaningful improvement and author experience.
In this edition of Behind the Book, Vibhor Bijoy talks about I Shall Keep Your Promise Alive, a romantic suspense novel about love, relationships, and promises set against the backdrop of a political crisis. He shares what inspired the story, the emotional challenge of developing its characters, and what he hopes readers will take away from the book.
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