The Literature Lounge, hosted by Mohua Chinappa is a popular podcast series dedicated to the world of books and the brilliant minds behind them. Through exclusive conversations, we uncover how authors craft captivating stories, thought-provoking essays, insightful biographies, provocative prose and poetry that spark possibilities within us.
From dreaming big to breaking conventions, each episode explores books that ignite fresh ideas – one page at a time. If you love literature, you’ll feel right at home here.
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The Literature Lounge, hosted by Mohua Chinappa is a popular podcast series dedicated to the world of books and the brilliant minds behind them. Through exclusive conversations, we uncover how authors craft captivating stories, thought-provoking essays, insightful biographies, provocative prose and poetry that spark possibilities within us.
From dreaming big to breaking conventions, each episode explores books that ignite fresh ideas – one page at a time. If you love literature, you’ll feel right at home here.
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What really happens behind the scenes in the world of books? How is artificial intelligence changing publishing, and what does it take to build a meaningful career with words?
In this illuminating episode of The Literature Lounge, host Mohua Chinappa sits down with Sangeetha Menon, a publishing professional whose unexpected writing journey led her into the heart of the literary world. Sangeetha reveals the often-overlooked role of a rights manager, shares why embracing technology is crucial for publishing's future, and makes a compelling case for why vulnerability might be a writer's greatest strength.
What You'll Learn:
- How a random start in writing can lead to a fulfilling career
- The complex role of a rights manager in a publishing house
- Whether editing, rights acquisition, or international sales is most challenging
- Why shunning AI and tech is not the answer for modern publishing
- How audiobooks and print books can peacefully coexist
- Why being vulnerable can transform your creative work
- The power of taking small, consistent steps toward big goals
References:
Wordpress: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/WordPress.com
National Poetry Month: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Poetry_Month
Green Literature: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ecocriticism
Body Talk: https://kellybjensen.com/body-talk/
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