Writing

After three decades, Kavitha made the difficult decision to leave a gratifying career in biologic drug development in order to give herself time to explore the life-long itch of creativity, in particular writing fiction. There had always been painting, cooking without recipes, and designing window treatments, but writing was a whole new ball game, especially since she had previously only written scientific articles and regulatory documents. With the help of local and virtual writing communities and writing workshops, Kavitha began diligent self-education on the craft of writing fiction. Much to her surprise, she completed the first draft of her novel in under five months!

Her debut novel, HAWK LANE, is best described as upmarket fiction with strong book club appeal:

Tormented by a mistake and paralyzed by inferiority, a suburban wife and mother alienates from friends, community, and eventually her husband and daughter. She must confront the damage her isolation has caused her family before she loses them—and herself—entirely.

 

Check back here for details on the arrival of HAWK LANE.

 

Short Fiction

The reception to the on-line publication of her first short story, “Pomp and Circumspection” in Story Quilt has been quite positive. It’s based on a chapter from the upcoming novel, HAWK LANE, and describes the main character Anneliese Sinclair’s gut-wrenching desire to be part of her daughter’s life. Yet, celebrating Ella's plans for college, the first boyfriend, prom, and graduation are excruciatingly out of reach.