287 Quotes by Amish Tripathi

The good news is that a vast majority of Indians from different religions see no contradiction between religiosity and liberalism, keep India stable. We religious liberals don't talk loudly enough.

Writing about our gods in English is unnatural, but I believe language is just a carrier - a means to an end.

Creating music is a wonderful way to celebrate our devotion for Lord Shiva.

I believe if you want to convey a complex philosophy, it's advisable to keep it simple: day-to-day lingo.

In the early '90s, I was disillusioned after the blasts and riots in Mumbai. I was in college and started thinking that religion was the root cause of all these evils. While my father told me not to blame religion because of a few bad people, I wasn't convinced. The faith was restored after I started writing my first book.

My father's family hails from Banaras. My grandfather taught mathematics at Banaras Hindu University. Banaras is also dedicated to Lord Shiva, home to one of the great jyotirlings, the Kashi Vishwanath temple.

Fortunately, I grew up in a traditional family where questioning was encouraged, particularly by my pandit grandfather. We are all voracious readers, seeking knowledge. I learn a lot from discussions with my wife, siblings and parents.

A writer can't afford to just focus on writing and leave marketing aside in today's competitive market.

I am a voracious reader, so it's difficult for me to give a list of my favourite authors of all time.