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Short Stories by an ex-IAS that disturb,provoke and linger | Swansong by Vandana Jena

🎧 In this episode of the Booknerds Podcast, we dive into the evocative world of Swansong, a collection of 24 short stories that "disturb, provoke, and linger" long after the final page. Our guest, seasoned author and former civil servant Vandana Jena, discusses the real-life inspirations behind her work, which range from her professional experiences in the Planning Commission to her personal experiences 🗝️ Key Highlights from the Conversation The Ethics of Surrogacy: Vandana shares her strong personal and professional views on surrogacy, explaining why it is a recurring theme in her writing and her advocacy for adoption. The "Best 5" Rule: Learn a "pro tip" for aspiring authors as Vandana explains why she always places her five strongest stories at the beginning of a manuscript. From Reality to Fiction: Discover how a harrowing family car accident inspired the story "The Dark Night" and how a trip to the Amish country in the U.S. led to the unique tale "Amish Quilt". The Power of DNA: Vandana reveals how her fascination with DNA testing,which even helped her reunite with a long-lost cousin, has become a "pet theme" in her books. Justice and Juveniles: A candid discussion on child rights, duties, and the debate over whether minors who commit "adult crimes" should be punished as adults. 📚 About the Book: Swan Song Published by Rupa Publications, Swan Song is a "book of reckonings". The stories span a vast landscape of emotions and locations, ranging from the deserts of Rajasthan to the mountains of Sikkim. Jena’s writing is celebrated for its simplicity and plot-driven engagement, making complex social issues accessible to every reader. About the Author Vandana Kumari Jena is a retired officer of the Indian Administrative Service. She writes novels, short stories and poems. Her short stories have been published in over twenty anthologies. Her works include two novels—The Dance of Death (2008) and Clueless (2019); five collections of short stories—The Incubation Chamber (2014), The Future is Mine (2015), One Rotten Apple and Other Stories (2018) and Over the Edge (2022); and a collection of middles—In the Middle (2015). Swansong is her latest short story collection. Vandana lives in Mumbai. 🔗 Connect with the Author:   / vandana.k.jena   Get your copy of Swan Song on Amazon: https://amzn.to/49cHm0C Leave a review on Amazon : Reviews help authors understand their readers and refine their craft! Don't forget to LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE for more deep dives into the world of literature! 📖✨ Subscribe :    / booknerds   ....................................................................................................................... About us: Booknerds connects readers across the globe Book Club,Book Recommendation Videos,Author Sessions, Book Reviews, Booknerds Podcast Instagram -   / dbooknerds   Facebook -   / dbooknerds   LinkedIn -   / booknerds   Podcast - https://podcast.booknerds.in/ Email us for collaborations at [email protected] Website - www.booknerds.in