Author Neelam Karki Niharika Discusses Historical Fiction, Literary Influences, and the Evolving Reading Culture

Neelam Karki Niharika began her literary journey with a novel titled 'Moun Jeevan' (Silent Life), writing in the genres of novel, short story, and poetry. To date, she has published six novels, five short story collections, and a long poetry collection named 'Mastishka Jwaro' (Brain Fever). She is soon coming before readers with a novel set against a historical backdrop.She has been honored with the Madan Puraskar for her novel 'Yogamaya' and the Padma Shri for 'Cheerharan'. Niharika is the fourth female writer to receive the Madan Puraskar. Residing in the United States for a long time, she is currently...