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“The Indian diaspora is a wonderful place to write from and I am lucky to be part of it.”

Quote by Kiran Desai

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Kiran Desai is an Indian-British author known for her unique literary style and profound social insight. Her works often explore themes of family, identity, and class, and are highly appreciated by readers. more

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