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October 9, 2024 35 mins

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This week, I’m excited to bring you an insightful episode of Break Free to Brilliance, featuring public policy analyst, journalist, and author Sreya Sarkar.

In this episode, “Living by Their Own Rules: The Unseen Battles of Women Everywhere” Sreya shares her journey from public policy and journalism to writing her debut novel, Beneath the Veneer.


Sreya’s novel highlights the social and political challenges faced by modern Indian women, covering issues like pollution, birth control, and more. Her unique perspective, blending personal experience and policy expertise, brings these stories to life in a powerful way.


Tune in to hear Sreya discuss:


- The real-world events that inspired her to write Beneath the Veneer.

- How social and political issues shape modern women’s lives in India.

- The challenges and rewards of transitioning from policy to creative writing.

- Practical tips for aspiring authors who want to weave social issues into their work.


Sreya Sarkar is passionate about raising awareness of the struggles faced by women today and using fiction to inspire change. Don’t miss this eye-opening conversation!


Link and Resources:


Website - https://sreyasarkar.wixsite.com/sreyasworld

📧 Email: sreya.sarkar.509@gmail.com

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sreya-sarkar-8093829

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sreya.sarkar.509


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Remember, no matter the challenges we face, our stories have the power to create real change in the world.

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