First Proof

The Penguin Book of New Writing is back with some great selection with distinct new voices! Key Features/Quotes This eclectic and wholly original collection confirms that brilliant writing continues to flourish 'Unputdownable variety [of fiction and non-fiction] ?You get everything here, and it leaves you craving for more.'-First City It's a . . . wonder that despite its uncertain commercial prospects, certain publishers remain resolute in their quest to discover and nurture new writing, driven possibly by the conviction that in the sea of unheard voices, there are several worth listening to and taking a chance on?[First Proof is] worth waiting for. Year after year'-The Hindu 'This anthology traverses an impressive trajectory'-The Statesman 'Unputdownable variety [of fiction and non-fiction] . . . You get everything here. And it leaves you craving for more'-First City 'Sequels have a nasty habit of flopping. Even with anthologies. But it is to the credit of the publishers that the second book of new writing in India has included a neat list of authors who have explored uncharted territories'-The Hindu 'This second edition of new writing from India has some outstanding work'-Time Out Mumbai 'Perfect blend of fact, fiction . . . undoubtedly a collector's item'-Deccan Herald About the Book: First Proof: The Penguin Book of New Writing 7 Now in its seventh year, First Proof continues to bring its readers original and distinct voices. This volume spans a wide range of genres, from travelogues and memoirs to short stories and profiles. Also featured are excerpts from works in progress. Non-fiction Soonoo Taraporewala, Tsering Wangmo Dhompa, Colin L. Fernandes, Suresh Chandvankar, Rama Lakshmi, Shweta Sarda, Michel Danino, Sneha Rajaram, Atia Hussein Fiction Richard Simon, Gitanjali Kolanad, Kavitha Mandanna, Samina Mishra, Vivek Nityananda, Dev Makhija, Aparijith Ramnath