The Literature Lounge | Kiran Manral on Storytelling, Feminism, & Sisterhood | Ep 12

The Literature Lounge stands out as a unique podcast series devoted to authors whose books captivate readers and serve as catalysts for stimulating conversations. In partnership with Rupa Publications India, one of the leading publishing companies in India, we will host authors from diverse backgrounds to explore their literary works, delve into their creative journeys, and uncover the inspirations behind their achievements. So, let's dive into the world of books.Episode SummaryIn this captivating episode, renowned author and feminist Kiran Manral shares her multifaceted writing career, from her early days as a blogger to becoming one of India's distinguished literary voices. Kiran delves into her experiences in advertising and journalism, which have enriched her storytelling across various genres. She also provides an exclusive peek into her latest book, "Rising 2.0: 20 More Women Who Changed India," emphasizing the importance of preserving women's legacies. The conversation explores the necessity of women celebrating their professional milestones, building a supportive sisterhood, and the joys and challenges of genre diversity in writing. This episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone passionate about literature, feminism, and professional growth.Chapters00:00 - Introduction01:01 - Journey from Blogger to Renowned Author02:33 - Navigating Genre Versatility in Writing04:47 - Discussing the Inspiration and Selection Process Behind "Rising 2.0"08:04 - Memorable Interviews and Inspirational Moments11:29 - Tackling the Glass Ceiling and Building a Sisterhood13:27 - Common traits among these 20 women 14:22 - Inspirational Stories and Personal Reflections16:23 - Key Takeaways from Inspirational Women17:42 - Conversations on Equality and Empowerment18:58 - Closing RemarksConnect with UsMohua Chinappa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohua-chinappa/The Mohua Show: https://www.themohuashow.com/Connect with the GuestKiran Manral: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kiranmanral/Follow UsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMohuaShowInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/themohuashow/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/themohuashow/For any other queries [email protected] Link Rising 2.0:20 More Women Who Changed India: https://amzn.in/d/0bK9sAHzDisclaimerThe views expressed by our guests are their own. We do not endorse and are not responsible for any views expressed by our guests on our podcast and its associated platforms.#PodcastEpisode #KiranManral #Feminism #Literature #Storytelling #FemaleEmpowerment #WomenWhoInspire #Sisterhood #AuthorJourney #GenreDiversity #IndianAuthors #KamalaDas #FemaleWriters #BreakingBarriers #ProfessionalGrowth #WomenInLiterature #InspiringStories #EmpowermentThroughWords #WomenSupportWomen #Thanks for Listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.