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A. C. Kharingpam

A. C. Kharingpam is Asst. Professor Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi. Currently, he is also the Asst. proctor and Honorary Asst. Coordinator, University Foreign affairs of the University.

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Abokali Jimomi is the author of the picture books Bobo and the Worms and What's My Mother Tongue? published by Pratham Books. Her short story and poems have been published in the anthology by Zubaan Books, The Many That I Am. She has also co-produced Yenguyelei Qa - The Silent Field, a documentation of agricultural songs and stories of the Sumi oral traditions. She loves looking at cloud-covered mountains and enjoys reading with her children.

Alina Aier is a nom de plume of Imlijungla Aier. She is 16 years old and is a committed bibliophile and foodie. Her adoration for reading books invokes a magical cosmos of a sanctuary for her characters, which comes alive when she writes. Aside from sonnets, Alina loves writing short stories, and she believes stories are an approach to keeping mankind alive. She is frequently seen bustling with her paintbrushes and resorting to music when she isn't with her books.

Anjum Hasan is an Indian author and poet. She was born in Shillong, Meghalaya, and currently resides in Bangalore. Hasan has written several novels, short stories, and poetry collections, often exploring themes of identity, love, and urban life. Her notable works include "Lunatic in my Head," "Neti, Neti," and "The Cosmopolitans."

Ankush Saikia (born 1975 in Tezpur, Assam) is an Indian author. He grew up in Madison, Wisconsin; Assam; and Shillong, Meghalaya. Saikia has previously worked as a journalist at India Today, indiaabroad.com, and Express India, and as a senior editor in the publishing firm Dorling Kindersley (India). He was shortlisted for the Outlook–Picador India non-fiction writing award (2005), and was one of the recipients of the Shanghai Writers' Association's 2018 fellowships. He has also written features and long-form pieces (mostly on North East India) for Tehelka, Scroll.in, Hindustan Times, fountainink.in, The Caravan, Assam Tribune, Eclectic Northeast, DailyO, Indian Express, The Hindu etc. His 8th book, The Forest Beneath the Mountains, an environmental novel set along the borderlands of Assam and Arunachal Pradesh in North-East India, and his 9th book, Tears of the Dragon (the 4th book in the Detective Arjun Arora series), were both published by Speaking Tiger Books, in March 2021 and February 2023, respectively.

Anungla Zoe Longkumer

ANUNGLA ZOE LONGKUMER can best be described as a free individual discovering her way through creative pursuits in music, writing, filmmaking, and folk traditions. Having travelled and lived outside Nagaland during most of her life, she is currently based in Dimapur, Nagaland, where she freelances doing some content editing, music and filmmaking. She is the author of Folklore of Eastern Nagaland (2017), that comprises translations of folktales, folk songs and real-life accounts, collected from the six tribes who inhabit the more remote districts of Eastern Nagaland.

Aruni Kashyap is a writer and translator. He is the author of the novel The House With a Thousand Stories (Viking, 2013) : set against a series of widespread extra-judicial killings conducted by the Indian government during the late nineties to curb an armed insurgency in the Indian state of Assam. He has also translated from Assamese and introduced celebrated Indian writer Indira Goswami's last work of fiction, The Bronze Sword of Thengphakhri Tehsildar, for Zubaan Books (2013). He won the Charles Wallace India Trust Scholarship for Creative Writing to the University of Edinburgh in 2009. His short stories, poems and essays have appeared or forthcoming in The Oxford Anthology of Writings from Northeast, The Kenyon Review, The New York Times, The Guardian UK, the Hindu, Evergreen Review, Karthika Review, Juked, Sin Fronteras Journal, Stonecoast Review, The Atticus Review, and others. He is an Assistant Professor Creative Writing at University of Georgia, Athens.

Arupjyoti Saikia

Arupjyoti Saikia is a professor of history at the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati. He held the Agrarian Studies Programme Fellowship at Yale University and visiting fellow positions at Cambridge University and School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London. Saikia is the author of Forests and Ecological History of Assam, 1826-2000 (OUP, 2011), A Century of Protests: Peasant Politics in Assam since 1900 (Rutledge, 2014) and The Unquiet River: A Biography of the Brahmaputra (OUP, 2019). His A Century of Protests won the Srikant Dutt book prize awarded by the Nehru Memorial Museum and Library, New Delhi in 2015. The Unquiet River was short-listed for Kamala Devi Chattopadhayay Book Award in 2020 and long listed for Atta Galatta-Bangalore Literature Festival Book Prize in 2020 and got 'Honorable Mention' for Ananda Kentish Coomaraswamy Book Prize in 2021 given by the Association of Asian Studies.

Asenla Yanger Ozukum

Asenla Yanger Ozukum is a book reviewer, academic & a doctoral scholar, who describes herself as a literature professor by profession, a poet in the making & a baker by passion. She currently works as a principal of a college in Dimapur.

Asok Pillai was born in Chayang Tajo, Arunachal Pradesh, in 1975. He did his schooling and college education in Arunachal Pradesh and Shillong, Meghalaya, and currently works as the copy editor of The Arunachal Times newspaper, based in itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh.

Avinuo Kire lives in Kohima and works at the State Resource Centre for Women, under the Government of Nagaland. . Avinuo's writing exudes a unique blend of poetic lyricism and profound storytelling, capturing the essence of human emotions and experiences.

Azahto Kiba, a former engineer, underwent a spiritual metamorphosis after a life-altering battle with a brain tumor, leading him to become the senior Pastor and Reverend at New Life Church. His compelling journey from a secular background to a spiritual calling is shared in his book, offering inspiration and a testament to the transformative power of faith in the face of adversity.

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Banta Natung hails from Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh, and he is the author of the novella titled "Memoirs of a Boy

Bijoya Sawian is a writer and translator who splits her time between Shillong and Dehradun. She has a Master’s degree in English from Miranda House, Delhi, and a Bachelor’s degree in English Literature from Lady Shri Ram College. She explores the life and culture of the Khasi people of North East India in her writings. Her book Shadow Men, a novel and two stories, was a finalist for the Rabindranath Tagore Literary Prize 2020 .

Chan Chan Hongchui

Chan Chan Hongchui, a graduate from Miranda House Delhi University has released her first poetry book titled ‘How Many Indian Daughters?’. Her debut book is a collection of prose and poetry on rape, sexual harassment, and physical abuse.

Chansa Makan is an Imphal-born, Tangkhul Naga from Ukhrul district of Manipur. He studied English Literature from Nehu, Shillong. He did his M. Phil in English from Delhi University. He is currently teaching as an assistant professor of English in Bharati College, Delhi University.

Chetan Raj Shrestha

Chetan Raj Shrestha was born in 1978 in Gangtok, Sikkim. He is a trained architect, specializing in conservation architecture. He has lived in Darjeeling, Bengaluru, Mumbai and Sydney, and is currently working in a collaborative architectural practice in Gangtok.

True to her Aquarius free-spirited nature, Chirmi Shimray is the fiercely independent daughter of the wind and the endless blue Sea. She believes that her freedom lies in her writing and the words and Chances in her World are limitless. She first started writing as a lyricist in her College and she started writing her own blog. She believes in experimenting and exploring things unknown. She has been a teacher, a School Principal at 23, and a lecturer in Thailand at 25 and now she is publishing her first book at 26. She currently resides in Imphal but her heart is unwilling to settle. She loves travelling but first love is Bombay and the scrumptious Vada pav which first stole her heart.

DARIBHA LYNDEM is a writer and civil servant from Shillong. She currently works with the Indian Revenue Service as a Deputy Commissioner of Customs. Her debut book, Name Place Animal Thing, was shortlisted for the JCB Prize for Literature last year.

Dhruba Hazarika

Dhruba Hazarika hails from Assam, North-Eastern State in India. He writes in English. He is the author of novels 'A Bowstring Winter' & 'Sons of Brahma' and 'Luck', a collection of short stories. A founder-member of the North-East Writers’ Forum, he is a recipient of the Katha Award for creative fiction.

DOLLY KIKON is an anthropologist whose work focuses on the political economy of extractive resources, militarisation, migration, indigeneity, food cultures and human rights in India. She is the author of Life and Dignity: Women’s Testimonies of Sexual Violence in Dimapur (Nagaland) (2015); Living with Oil and Coal: Resource Politics and Militarisation in Northeast India (2019); Leaving the Land: Indigenous Migration and Affective Labour in India (2019); Ceasefire City: Militarism, Capitalism, and Urbanism in Dimapur (2021); and Seeds and Food Sovereignty: Eastern Himalayan Experiences (2023).

Dr Achingliu Kamei

Dr. Achingliu Kamei is an Assistant Professor in English Department in Atma Ram Sanatan Dharma College, Delhi University. She did her Ph. D. from Jawaharlal Nehru University. She has published a collection of folk stories, entitled Dawn, Naga Tales. She is currently working on her next book titled Morning Blush. Her area of interest is African Literature, Oral Literature, Environment, Literature & Ecocriticism and Literature from North East India. She is also an avid marathon runner. Her areas of interest are quite closer to the primary and major concerns related to the LEGH Movement. She is a lifetime member of EFSLE, an International Organization working in the field of Ecocriticism. She has also been appointed as one of the Executive Council Members of EFSLE for its Delhi-NCR Region.

Dr Namrata Goswami

Dr. Namrata Goswami is an author, professor and consultant specializing in space policy, international relations, and ethnic identity

Dr. Buno Iralu, a gifted poet and photographer, draws inspiration from her Nagaland roots. Educated at Patkai Christian College, she was mentored by influential English teachers who sparked her love for poetry. Driven by a belief in the beauty of everyday moments, she artfully combines poetry and photography, culminating in her book "Teisonhie: Poems and Musings from Everyday." Through this work, she invites readers to appreciate life's simplicity and celebrate the profound impact of mentors on her creative journey.

Easterine Kire (Iralu) is a poet, writer, and novelist from Nagaland. She is one of the finest story tellers from the region and has written several books in English including three collections of poetry and short stories. Her first novel, A Naga Village Remembered, was the first-ever Naga novel to be published. Easterine has translated 200 oral poems from her native language, Tenyidie, into English. She has been actively involved in working on creating better opportunities for the Naga youth and nurturing and evangelizing the Naga folktales. She is also the Founder-partner of the publishing house called Barkweaver, which publishes Naga folktales, children’s stories and real stirring stories of ordinary people. Easterine Kire has a Ph.D in English Literature from University of Pune.

Elongshila Jamir

Elongshila Jamir hails from the picturesque Yimjenkimong village in Nagaland, a region that echoes with cultural richness and natural beauty. As an emerging literary voice, she marked her entry into the literary world with her debut book titled "Serendipity." Currently pursuing her academic journey, Elongshila is a dedicated student of literature at Nagaland University, where she is immersed in the study and exploration of the written word. Elongshila's passions extend beyond academia, as she finds herself captivated by the allure of art, nature, and adventure.

Hannah Lalhlanpuii

Hannah Lalhlanpuii is a Phd Scholar from Mizoram. As a PhD research scholar, she felt compelled to offer an unbiased perspective on the historical events, narrating through the eyes of a child to steer clear of political biases. Her powerful storytelling delves into the cultural impact of the insurgency on Mizoram and aims to bring historical awareness to current and future generations.

Heigomzoing Zeliang

Heigomzoing Zeliang is a freelance writer and author's editor. He also teaches Philosophy and Oriental Religions. So in a more professional term, a professor. He usually clings to writing academic materials. This is his debut fashioning on fiction. In case, if you're interested in connecting with him. He goes by the username 'Heigomzoing Zeliang' on all the social media platforms.

The author can be reached on his facebook account – Hikano Hkkill Awomi and on his Instagram account – @hikanohawomi.

HMINGTHANZUALI teaches at the Department of History & Ethnography, Mizoram University where she has spent over a decade. She has a PhD from Hyderabad Central University. She has published a number of research papers on gender and women’s history in northeast India and has presented her work at academic conferences in India and abroad. She is a recipient of the Zubaan-Sasakawa Peace Foundation Grant for Young Researchers from the Northeast (2019-2020).

Inakali Assumi is an author, researcher, and an educator. She has an MA, M.Phil and a Ph.D degree in English Literature. She has authored a collection of short stories, The Yellow Dress and has co- authored a collection of poems, Potpourri Poesy. She won the Best Objective Poetry Award for her poem “She” in the Magnum Opus Music and Art Festival, 2016. She is actively involved in research related to revival and preservation of vulnerable cultural heritage and has been awarded the Samvaad Fellowship by Tata Steel Foundation in the year 2022.

Jahnavi Barua is an Indian author from Assam. She is the author of 'Next Door', a critically acclaimed collection of short stories set in Assam with insurgency as the background. Barua lives in Bangalore, and obtained her MBBS at Gauhati Medical College but does not practice medicine. She studied creative writing in the United Kingdom.

Janice Pariat is the author of Boats on Land: A Collection of Short Stories and Seahorse: A Novel. She was awarded the Young Writer Award from the Sahitya Akademi and the Crossword Book Award for Fiction in 2013. She studied English Literature at St Stephen’s College, Delhi, and History of Art at the School of Oriental and African Studies, London. Her work—including art reviews, book reviews, fiction and poetry—has featured in a wide selection of national magazines and newspapers. In 2014, she was the Charles Wallace Creative Writing Fellow at the University of Kent, UK. Her novella The Nine Chambered-Heart is out with HarperCollins India (November 2017) and HarperCollins UK (May 2018), and is being translated for publication into ten languages including Italian, Spanish, French, and German.

Jim Wungramyao Kasom

Jim Wungramyao Kasom, a gifted photographer, storyteller, and the author behind "Homecoming and Other Stories," presents a captivating collection of short stories inspired by his cultural heritage.

Jon Pebi Tato is a passionate storyteller and writer from the captivating landscapes of Arunachal Pradesh. Hailing from the serene village of Yaki Tato Keak in the West Siang district, Jon's love for storytelling was nurtured by the bedtime tales shared by his beloved father during his formative years. These cherished memories inspired him to craft his own mesmerizing narrative, giving birth to the enthralling fiction of "Shaman Woman and the Rooster." As a devoted YouTuber, Jon brings his creative flair to the digital world, sharing his passion for storytelling with a global audience. However, it is within the pages of his book that he truly shines. "Shaman Woman and the Rooster" is a delightful bedtime read, captivating the hearts and minds of children above 10 years old with its imaginative journey and compelling characters.

Jungmayangla Longkumer

Jungmayangla Longkumer is a teacher, writer and poet. She has authored three books including Change & Continuity in Tribal Villages; A Scociological study, Pottery; Earth Stories and Gift in the pot: Earth Poetry.Her short stories were earlier published in Of Voices and Paper and The Many That I am While Kongliang Otsu: An Ao Naga Folktale, was published in Indian Folklife, a Quaterly Newsletter from National Folklore Support Centre. Serveral of her poems and articles has also been published in various formats. Currently she is a professor in the Agriculture Extension Education School, School of Agricultural Sciences, Nagaland University, Medzephima Campus.

Kamito Anok is a digital illustrator and writer whose artistic creations are deeply inspired by Japanese manga. Influenced by renowned authors such as Fujimoto Tatsuki and Sui Ishida, Kamito's work reflects a passion for the vibrant and intricate world of manga storytelling.

Kemya Yanlem is a writer from Mon, Nagaland. She has a Bachelor's in English Literature from KL Bajoria college shillong and is pursuing her Master in MFA Art Therapy from Maharashtra Institute of Technology, Pune. Her works have been published in the Shillong Times, Outlook India magazine and Homegrown Anthology of New writings from Nagaland. She is an independent social worker who loves creating artworks and writing pieces based on mental health.

Kevi Z. Kevichusa

Kevi Z.Kevichusa is a mother,wife, children’s minister,writer & illustrator,public speaker & curator of children’s literature. Her first book,Nino’s Secret Garden was published in 2021.

Kevipu Meyase is a 9-year-old student of Kemnbay School,Chümoukedima #Nagaland.He is currently studying in Grade 4 & has had a keen interest in reading & writing since early childhood.He also loves riddles & drawing.

Kuzo Kezo is a 12-year-old boy, studying in class 7. At st. Mary's cathedral higher secondary school, kohima. He is the eldest among 4 siblings. He loves comics and writing stories. He started writing when he was in grade I while studying in Northfield. Writing helps him deal with the problems he faces in his life. Kuzo also likes playing the piano, making computer games, animations and apps, and reading books.

Kynpham Sing Nongkynrih

Kynpham Sing Nongkynrih is an Indian poet and writer from the state of Meghalaya. He was born on 23 July 1963 in Shillong, Meghalaya, India. Nongkynrih is known for his works that explore the culture, traditions, and social issues of the people of Meghalaya. He has written several books, including "The Yearning of Seeds," "The Circle of the Seasons," and "The Breath of Dawn." Nongkynrih has received several awards for his literary contributions, including the Padma Shri in 2018, one of the highest civilian awards in India.

L. Somi Roy is a cultural conservationist and curator who writes on film, culture and polo for publications in India and the United States. He promotes international polo and Manipuri pony preservation in India, and is a film curator who has organized exhibitions for the Asia Society, Museum of Modern Art, Film at Lincoln Center and Whitney Museum of American Art. He has also translated the original Manipuri works of his mother, the Manipuri writer Manipuri writer Maharaj Kumari Binodini Devi. M.K. His published translations of Binodini include her historical novel The Princess and the Political Agent, a Penguin Modern Classic published by Penguin Random House India; memoir essays The Maharaja’s Household: A Daughter’s Memories of Her Father; her play Crimson Rainclouds; and screenplay My Son, My Precious.

Linthoi Chanu is a writer from Manipur. Her area of interest and focus remains Manipuri folk lore, myths, and legends, a topic that she has written at length in various journals. Her debut book 'The Tales of Kanglei Throne' published in (2017) is known for reintroducing Manipuri mythology to the new generation. Her latest book 'Wari' is a collection of short stories. She is currently researching Ancient Manipuri scriptures and is also a spirited adventurer with a deep interest in documenting cultural experiences related to culinary arts, indigenous crafts, and ancient social practices.

Lum Shaiza, a native of Ukhrul Town in Manipur, is the author of the newly released poetry book titled "Things that grow on us." Lum, who holds an MBA degree from Spicer Adventist University in Pune, has ventured into the world of literature and community engagement. In 2021, she co-founded the Prologue Bookstore in collaboration with a close friend. Driven by a profound passion for literature, Lum took her commitment a step further, founding the Prologue Library in her hometown of Ukhrul in 2023, ensuring the love for books reaches even greater heights.

Mamang Dai is an Indian poet, novelist and journalist based in Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh. She was born on 23 February 1957 at Pasighat, East Siang district, to Matin Dai and Odi Dai. Her family belongs to the Adi tribe. She completed her schooling from Pine Mount School, Shillong, Meghalaya. She completed her Bachelor in English literature from Gauhati University, Assam.

Mechi Imchen is a 20 year old hailing from Mokokchung and is an aspiring writer and a poet. Curently pursuing his studies at St. Edmunds Collge Shillong, Mech'e journey is as unique as his birthdate - on a leap day From an early age, Mechi immersed himself in the world of literature, inspired by his mother's love for reading. At just 13, he penned his first poem. His literary influences are Bukowski, Neruda, Kafka, and John Keats. When he's not crafting lines, Mechi finds joy in other pursuits. He's a vivid basketball player, a voracious reader, and a recreational singer. Sports, too, captivate him, and he often spends hours watching games unfold.

Merasen-na Jamir

Merasen-na Jamir is twenty-three years old and is currently pursuing her Msc In Counselling Psychology. She is also the author of the book, Into My Abyss which was published in the year 2020. Apart from writing stories, she shares a deep love for poetry. She considers writing poems as an art of expressing herself. Apart from publishing and posting her poems on Wattpad, Paper Boats is her first poetry book that has a variety of poems as random as it's title.

Michelle Rungsung

Michelle Rungsung, an introverted writer residing in New Delhi, India, has grappled with expressing her thoughts and emotions openly. Writing initially served as a coping mechanism for her loneliness, evolving into a passion for poetry. With a raw and sincere approach, she bares her heart on the pages, aiming to forge a connection with readers. "Garden in a Graveyard" marks Michelle's inaugural collection of poems and prose, a poignant reflection of her literary journey.

Mitra Phukan is a writer, translator, columnist and trained classical vocalist who lives in Guwahati, Assam. Her published literary works include four children’s books, a biography, the novels, “The Collector’s Wife” and “A Monsoon of Music”, and a collection of fifty of her columns, “Guwahati Gaze”. Her latest works are a translation of a novel, “Blossoms in the Graveyard”, and a collection of her own short stories, “A Full Night’s Thievery.” Her fortnightly column “All Things Considered” in The Assam Tribune is very widely read. She is an active member of Aradhana, an organization that takes music to the underprivileged sections of society, and a founder member of the North East Writers’ Forum. She is an active member of Aradhana, an organization that takes music to the underprivileged sections of society, and a founder member of the North East Writers’ Forum.

Mmhonlumo Kikon

Mmhonlumo Kikon is an Aspen Fellow and the author of two poetry collections: The Penmi Poems (2018) and The Village Empire (2019). He grew up in Kohima and has been writing for journals and newspapers since his college days. After completing his master’s in English literature from Delhi University, he pursued development studies with various organizations and also got actively associated with social service and community welfare. He was an MLA in the Nagaland Legislative Assembly. An ardent footballer, he played for his college team and regularly promotes the sport in his home state.

MONA CHETTRI is co-founder of Reading Himalaya, a research and policy consultancy focusing on the eastern Himalayas. She has worked as a post-doctoral research fellow in India, Denmark, and Australia. Co-editor of Development Zones in Asian Borderlands (2021), author of Ethnicity and Democracy in the Eastern Himalayan Borderland: Constructing Democracy (2017), and editor of the Eastern Himalaya Series, she has published widely on borderlands, gender, environment, and development in international peer-reviewed journals, books, and magazines.

Nandita Haksar is a human-rights lawyer, teacher, campaigner and writer. She has represented the victims of army atrocities in the North East India, Kashmiris framed in terrorism cases, migrant workers and refugees seeking asylum in India. She is the author of several books, including 'Nagaland File: A Question of Human Rights' (co-edited with Luingam Luithui) (1984); 'Rogue Agent: How India's Military Intelligence Betrayed the Burmese Resistance'; 'ABC of Naga Culture and Civilization: A Resource Book' (2011); 'The Judgement That Never Came: Army Rule in Northeast India' (co-authored with Sebastian Hongray) (2011); 'Across the Chicken Neck: Travels in Northeast India' (2013), 'The Many Faces of Kashmiri Nationalism: From the Cold War to the Present Day' (2015), 'The Exodus Is Not Over: Migrations from the Ruptured Homelands of Northeast India' (2016) and 'Antarctica: Profits of Discovery Nationalism Beyond Borders' (forthcoming). Haksar lives in Goa, Delhi and sometimes Ukhrul, with her husband, Sebastian Hongray.

Ngathingkhui Jagoi

Mr Ngathingkhui Jagoi has a long experience associating with various newspapers - The Aja, The Imphal Free Press, Nagaland Post, Eastern Mirror in different capacities and The North East Window Magazine as associate Editor.

Nzan Kikon is a Counselling Psychologist by profession but a philosopher at heart and a scientist from the head. He loves reading, hoarding books, contemplating on the depths of life, looking up at the night sky and a big believer in making the world a better place.

Nzanmongi Jasmine Patton

Nzanmongi Jasmine Patton is an assistant professor in the Department of English, Gargi College, University of Delhi. She has diverse interests ranging from Oral Literature and History, Translation, Gender Studies, Culture Studies, Women's Autobiographies, Indian writings in English, Classical Literature and western Music. She has written chapters for the texts of the Literature-Culture specialization of the MA(F) Program in Women's & Gender Studies, IGNOU, 2013. She has also co-authored a book titled A Handbook for Academic Writing and Composition by Pinnacle Learning, 2014. She has presented and published papers on folklore and oral history in national and international conferences and journals.

Parishmita Baruah

Parishmita Baruah, an Indian poet, novelist, and editor, has garnered acclaim for her book, “Streamlined Soul.” Her literary journey began at the tender age of twelve, and since then, she has honed her craft while indulging in her passions: cooking, binge-watching series and films, and immersing herself in thrilling or magic realist books. When she embarks on her travels, her creativity flourishes, and she aims to transport her readers to an untamed realm of imagination and boundless possibilities, where even imprisoned light within darkness illuminates. One of her poignant works, “Coherence,” delves into the remnants of a past connection. In this evocative poem, she delicately intertwines imagery of promises, memories, and the inexorable bond between two souls. Through lucid dreams and a yearning for coherence, the poem resonates as a heartfelt exploration of love’s enduring impact.

Parismita Singh

Parismita Singh is a writer, graphic novelist and educationist. Her graphic novel The Hotel at the End of the World was shortlisted for the Shakti Bhatt First Book Award (2009-10). She helped conceptualize the Pao Anthology of Comics. Her publications include graphic novels for children Mara and the Clay Cows, Crab Chronicles and Fat King Thin Dog. She has been working on a primary school education project in Assam with the NGO Pratham since 2009.

Phungreiso Varu

Phungreiso Varu is a versatile professional holding a Master's Degree in Social Sciences from TISS, Mumbai, and a Post Graduate Diploma in Mass Communication and Journalism. His expertise in communication, writing, and storytelling has been refined over the years. As an advocate for social development, he has dedicated himself to empowering marginalized communities and youth throughout India, especially in the Northeast. His impactful research and work have been presented internationally, including in South Africa and Thailand, aimed at sparking positive change. Notably, he was honoured with the Rajiv Gandhi Shiksha Mitra Award in 2009. With a career that spans roles at BBC-Media Action and as a Professor at Assam Don Bosco University in Northeast India, he has continually expanded his knowledge, completing programs at the esteemed Coady Institute in Canada and the University of Michigan in 2021, focusing on leadership development, inspiring and motivating individuals.

Ponung Ering Angu

The author was born and bought up at Pasighat and has written and self-published 3 books. Presently she is serving as Deputy Director (ICDS) and District Child Protection Officer under the Women &Child Development department since 1989. Published works : A book of Poems titled “Whispers from the Mountains”, A folk Tale titled “Doying” a collection of Adi Folk tales and A collection of stories titled “Strewn Petals”

Pujith Gayon (born in 1996), also known by his pen name GAYON, is an author, lawyer and a columnist from Guwahati, Assam. He has a B.A. LL.B from Symbiosis Law School and an LL.M (First Class) from Christ University. He has worked with NGOs (like Childline India Foundation and Aaranyak) and with top-tier law firms (like Economic Laws Practice, Bharucha & Partners, Fox Mandal and Majmudar & Partners). He has been involved in various research projects concentrated in North-East India and has worked with the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) on conservation efforts. Pujith regularly contributes to various publications and magazines and his columns have found their place in reputed national and regional dailies. He was awarded a National Certificate of Recognition by the Government of India for his contributions to the SNEHALAYA Foundation. Pujith also holds a degree in Spanish Guitar from the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music, London.

Rajesh Konsam is a young novelist and poet with a knack for twisted plots, morally ambiguous characters, and deep introspection. As a young millennial, he uses his writing platform to raise awareness on mental health, diversity, and inclusivity. Although Rajesh hails from Manipur, he is based in Chennai. Bittersweet is Rajesh’s debut novel, and he is working on his next.

Richard Rizat Kashung

Richard Rizat Kashung, a literary aficionado, poet, and author, made his mark with his debut work, 'The Blue Harbinger.' Following this literary entrance, he continued to contribute to various newspapers and online platforms. His written expressions delve deeply into the vibrant cultures and lifestyles of northeastern India. Presently, he calls Imphal, Manipur his home.

Rinchui Mashangva

Rinchui Mashangva is an 18-year-old writer from Ukhrul, Manipur, a state in Northeast India. She has a passion for writing, which is evident in her debut poetry collection. When not writing, Rinchui enjoys tending to her garden, doodling whimsical wonders, or reading comedy and adventure books. Her writing style is described as a "breath of fresh air," weaving together emotions, thoughts, and experiences. Through her poetry, she aims to enchant readers with the beauty of nature, the power of imagination, and the joy of living.

Robin S. Ngangom

Robin Singh Ngangom was born in Imphal, Manipur of North Eastern India. He is a bilingual poet who writes in English and Meiteilon. He studied literature at St Edmund's College and the North Eastern Hill University Shillong, where he teaches. His books of poetry include Words and the Silence (1988) published by Writers Workshop, Time's Crossroads (1994), and The Desire of Roots (2006). His essay, Poetry in a Time of Terror appeared in The Other Side Of Terror: An Anthology Of Writings On Terrorism In South Asia published by Oxford University Press, New Delhi (2009). He was conferred with the Katha Award for Translation in 1999.

Samrat Choudhury

Samrat Choudhury a.k.a. Samrat X is a journalist and author from Shillong, India. He is a former editor of broadsheet newspapers in Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. His latest work, The Braided River, is a travelogue following the course of the Brahmaputra. He was one of the two editors, along with Preeti Gill, of an anthology titled Insider Outsider on this divide in India’s Northeast, which was published by Amaryllis in 2019, to positive reviews. His first novel, The Urban Jungle, was published by Penguin Books in 2011, and nominated for the Man Asian Literary Prize.

Santa Khurai is a courageous and inspirational figure in the LGBTQ community in Manipur, India. Born male, she always identified as female and bravely began expressing her feminine identity at the age of seventeen, facing severe societal and familial backlash. Despite the challenges, including physical attacks, ridicule, and job discrimination, she persisted in her journey. Santa eventually found success as a make-up artist and battled through drug abuse and financial difficulties. Her determination led her to become a key figure in the transgender movement, taking on a significant role with the All Manipur Nupi Maanbi Association (AMaNA) and collaborating with SAATHII. She is a prominent advocate for LGBTQ rights, speaking internationally on behalf of her community. Santa's life experiences include an abusive marriage, adopting a son, international recognition, and familial estrangement. Her resilience and commitment to living authentically make her story truly inspiring.

Sareo Leiyachon

Sareo Leiyachon is from Ukhrul, Manipur, India. She is an Assistant Professor in the Department of English at St Joseph College Ukhrul, Manipur. "The Frog Finally Sings" is her debut poetry collection.

Sentilong Ozukum

Sentilong is a civil servant, motivational speaker, screenwriter and an emerging literary voice from North East India. His works include Campus Blues (2010), Sincerely Yours (2017), Dreams and Chaos (2020) and The Case of Longti Village (2021). Three of his books have been adapted into award winning web series and movies. He also works as a content creator and screenwriter for various YouTube channels and for All India Radio, Mokokchung. He is also the co-founder of Bookipedia Foundation in Mokokchung which manages a free library, a publishing house for indigenous writers and undertakes various initiatives to promote and preserve the indigenous Ao language.

Born in Shillong, north-eastern India, Siddhartha Deb lives in Harlem, New York. His fiction and nonfiction have been longlisted for the International Dublin Literary Award, shortlisted for the Orwell Prize, and been awarded the Pen Open prize. His journalism and essays have appeared in The New York Times, The Guardian, The New Republic, Dissent, The Baffler, N+1, and Caravan.

Sochumlo Suki Ezung

SOCHUMLO SUKI EZUNG is the youngest published aurhor from Nagaland having written her first book- 'Sukis Magic Box' at the age of 10 . She enjoys drama and singings is fond of travelling and cannot go to bed without books. Her latest found interest is beatboxing. A big sister to her seven year old sister-Chonjani, Suki is 12 years old, and is currently studying in class 7 in G.Rio Higher Secondary School Kohima. You can connect with her on Facebook at hatpss//wwwwfacebook.com/sukimagicbox/.

Soibam Haripriya

SOIBAM HARIPRIYA is a poet and researcher. Her work has appeared in several anthologies including Centrepiece: New Writing and Art from Northeast India (2017), published by Zubaan, 40 Under 40: An Anthology of Post-Globalisation Poetry (2016) and A Map Called Home (2018). She has also been published in Muse India (May-June 2019), Poetry at Sangam (July 2019) and the Sahitya Akademi journal, Indian Literature. She is presently a postdoctoral fellow at the Department of Conflict and Development Studies, Ghent University, Belgium.

Sonia Oinam was born in Imphal, Manipur, India. As a young girl, she had started writing poetry during her school days. She continued writing articles, letter to the editors, poems in local newspapers during her graduation and post-graduation days. She completed her B.Sc. Zoology (Hons) from Ghanapriya Women’s College, and Masters in Life Sciences and Ph.D. from Manipur University. She joined Manipur Civil Service in 2012 and is presently serving as Joint Secretary to Government of Manipur. The first book she completed was her Doctoral thesis ‘Nematode Fauna of Cold Blooded Vertebrates of Manipur’. Sonia always had a fascination with writing and has a keen interest in writing articles, poetry and memoirs. She loves travelling and exploring different places, people, culture, flora and fauna around the world.

Subi Taba is a poet and writer from Arunachal Pradesh. She was awarded the 100 Inspiring Authors of India Award 2018 for her poetry anthology Dear Bohemian Man. She won the New Asian Writing Short Story Prize 2020 and was shortlisted for the Twist and Twain Short Story Prize 2021. She was awarded the South Asia Speaks 2021 fellowship and won Penguin Random House’s The Perfect Pitch Season 1. She works as an agriculture development officer in Arunachal Pradesh.

Theyiesinuo Keditsu (PhD) is a poet, academic, and cultural conservationist known for reviving Indigenous Naga textiles and women's narratives through her Instagram persona @mekhalamama. Her advocacy has revolutionized perceptions of mekhalas, promoting them as sustainable fashion and everyday wear, while supporting women-led businesses and indigenous crafts. She has authored poetry collections (Sopfünuo, Wake), a children’s book, and contributed to notable anthologies. With a PhD in Cultural Studies, her research focuses on Naga culture, indigenous feminisms, and folklore. Currently an assistant professor at Kohima College, she is also a public speaker and serves on various cultural and academic boards.

Temsula Ao was born in October 1945 at Jorhat, Assam. She received her B.A with Distinction from Fazl Ali College, Mokokchung, Nagaland. She received her M.A in English from Gauhati University, Assam. From Central Institute of English and Foreign Languages (presently English and Foreign Languages University,) Hyderabad she received her Post Graduate Diploma in the Teaching of English and Ph.D from NEHU. From 1992-97 she served as Director, North East Zone Cultural Centre, Dimapur on Deputation from NEHU, and was Fulbright Fellow to University of Minnesota 1985-86. She is a retired Professor of English in North Eastern Hill University (NEHU), where she has taught since 1975. She received the honorary Padma Shri Award in 2007. She is the recipient of the Governor’s Gold Medal 2009 from the government of Meghalaya. In 2013, she received the Sahitya Akademi Award for her short story collection, Laburnum For My Head, given by the Sahitya Akademi, India's National Academy of Literature. Ao is widely respected as one of the major literary voices in English to emerge from Northeast India along with Mitra Phukan and Mamang Dai

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Thingnam Anjulika Samom

THINGNAM ANJULIKA SAMOM is an independent journalist, writer and translator based in Imphal, Manipur. Her journalistic writing focusing on gender, con ict and developmental issues in Manipur has been published in many online and print publications in India as well as outside the country. She is the recipient of the Laadli Media Award for Gender Sensitivity 2010–11 (Eastern Region). She also translates literary works from Manipuri to English and was given the Katha Award for Translation in 2004. A few of her poems are part of the anthology Centrepiece (2017) published by Zubaan.

Tialila Kikon is a poet, writer and educator based in Dimapur, Nagaland. Her poems and stories have appeared in various anthologies and journals. Her first book of poems, Paper Cranes (2016) published by Cyberwit Publishers, Allahabad was selected to be kept in the Library of Congress, Washington, D.C. The Sky Bride and Other Tales Retold is her first collection of folktales in collaboration with six young illustrators from Nagaland, through the initiative of the Act of Kindness Society.

Hailing from the town of Satakha, Twinto Visuho is an aspiring theologian deeply passionate about fostering a love for books and emphasizing the significance of reading in our technology-driven society. With a master's degree in English Literature and a recent accomplishment of a Bachelor of Divinity degree from Eastern Theological College, Jorhat, he is currently dedicated to inspiring the youth to prioritize the realm of books and knowledge in his role within an educational institution.

Varening Konghay

Varening Konghay is an artist and an aspiring author, with a degree in English Literature. A product of different cities, she is at home with diversity of interests, people and skills. She desires to create a space for children to freely express themselves and nurture their imagination; and to help them understand the importance of mental wellness through her writing and art work.

Veio Pou teaches in the Department of English, Shaheed Bhagat Singh College, University of Delhi. He reads moderately, writes occasionally, and lives in New Delhi with his wife and two daughters. Waiting for the Dust to Settle is his first novel.

Velory Irungbam

Velory Irungbam is an author of two books, a full-time mother, painter, healer, and aspiring Transformational Coach from Manipur, currently living in Mumbai, India. She holds a Master's degree in Social Work and is passionate about promoting self-love and inner transformation to raise collective consciousness. Her works encourage embracing emotions and finding one's authentic self for spiritual growth and happiness.

Vibeituonuo Kuotsu Solo

Vibeituonuo Kuotsu Solo is a journalist,storyteller & creative entrepreneur from Kohima, Nagaland. She has a Master's degree in Mass Communication & Journalism & a Diploma in Advertising & Public Relations. "The Light After The Storm" is her first book.

Vishü Rita Krocha

Vishü Rita Krocha is a poet, author and journalist from Nagaland. Her first book, which she co-authored with her sister Agnes, titled “Echoes of Spring” was published in the year 2008. She has written two other collections of poetry and has co-authored several books. Her short story titled ‘Cut Off’ also appeared in the Delhi-based Zubaan Publication— “The Many That I Am”. In November 2013, she founded PenThrill, a home-based publication house, which has been instrumental in launching child authors as young as seven. Krocha is a media fellow for National Foundation for India (NFI). Her works have been published by The Hindu, The Indian Express and Scroll.in and she currently also writes for The Morung Express.

Visier Meyasetsu Sanyu

Visier Meyasetsu Sanyü is an Elder of the Meyasetsu clan of the Angami tribe, Khonoma, Nagaland. He has a Batchelor of Theology, a PhD in History, and was the inaugural Head of the Department of History and Archaeology at the University of Nagaland. He has addressed many forums across the world, including the United Nations.

Wedekhro Naro is a waiter by profession and a writer by heart. He currently works at the Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts in Kuwait and previously worked with the JW Marriott Hotels in Mumbai. An alumni of The People Channel, Dimapur and Third Eye College, Guwahati, he graduated in English Literature from Kohima College, Kohima, and did his schooling from Sacred Heart Higher Secondary School, Chizami, and G.M Government High School, Chizami.

Yishey Doma is a versatile writer known for her roles as a journalist and poet. Her captivating books, including "Sikkim: A Hidden Fruitful Valley," "Faith Healers of Sikkim: Traditions, Legends, and Rituals," and "The Splendour of Sikkim: Cultures and Traditions of the Ethnic Communities," delve into the heart of Sikkim's essence. Her perceptive insights on Sikkim's Himalayan life and culture have adorned various publications, alongside her own work "Sikkim: A Travel Companion." An avid scholar of Sikkimese Buddhist philosophy, Yishey Doma's influence extends to the acclaimed documentary "Lama Dances of Sikkim" and an extensive book database spotlighting Sikkim's monasteries and temples. Her literary achievements include winning the MSN-Random House short story contest with "Mantras of Love," featured in "She Writes" anthology. Honors like the Sikkim Sahitya Samman and the inaugural North Eastern Poetry Award from the Poetry Society (India) celebrate her contributions, while she also stood out as a pioneering writer-in-residence at the Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi.

Yuimi Vashum is an author of Love, Lust & Loyalty, an educator and a social activist.