About The Author: Capt. Dheeraj Prakash, a seasoned merchant mariner, holds the esteemed position of Master (Captain) with NYK ship management, a prominent Singapore-based maritime company. Hailing from the vibrant city of Patna in Bihar, his maritime journey began from these humble roots. Currently, he resides in Noida, bringing his wealth of experience and passion for the seas to his present shores.
Summary Of The Book: In the gripping pages of “Stay Away,” two stories intertwine, shedding light on today’s youth and their dance with lust, greed, and twisted relationships. In the first tale, the narrator becomes entangled in the life of a young man trapped in the treacherous world of gigolos. As the story unfolds, the consequences of twisted thinking come to the surface. Lust and greed distort his perceptions, leading him down a dangerous path. With each step deeper into the abyss, the young man’s mental state deteriorates, blurring his sense of right and wrong. Ultimately, he must confront the regret of his past decisions, which have shattered his marital life and have infected him with a chronic life-threatening disease. The second narrative explores the complexities of contemporary relationships, where characters are ensnared in unfulfilling connections. As the story unfolds, layers of entanglements are peeled back, exposing raw emotions and a desperate search for fulfillment. The narrator grapples with difficult questions, questioning fault and the possibility of escaping these warped relationships. “Stay Away” is a thought-provoking journey into the unsettling realities of modern society.
1. Can you tell us a little about your book?
It is fiction based work. It comprises of two short stories in English and 10 short Hindi poems.
1st story reveals lust driven character who was fantasized by charm of money and women at same time. Whole story revolves around Main character Ranjit and his wife Shalu.
2nd Story is a blender of romance with miscommunication,mistrust and betrayal. It is a story of 3 friends where 4th entered and spoiled harmony and peace of all.
2. Is there a specific event that inspired this story or was this an out of the blue idea?
Not any specific incident but increase in lustful relationships which is increasing in number with each passing day inspired me, in fact compelled me to right about it.
3. What got you writing in the first place?
I believe that each and every human is well aware of what is wrong and what is right but they sometimes need to be reminded of right and wrong. Here again different people have their own idea of right or wrong and they are free to decide accordingly. However morally and ethically if something is accepted as wrong in society it must be emphasized and talked about. My writing is an effort to let people talk about much tabooed topic of male prostitution.
4. What was your impression of your first draft when you read it?
Upon finalising first draft I felt that content is too short, it could have been extended but then I believe in to the point presentation so I went with as it is.
5. Which part of your story connects the most with you? Why?
1st story – When Shalu came to know about her illness and inspite of doubting her husband she is trying to explain him that she is not the reason for his illness. Such a innocent and naive character who really deserves sympathy.
6. What makes your book the one to read?
Contents unique and least talked about topic of male prostitution in our fast developing society.
7. What was the best advice you got while writing?
At First instance while concluding my story I was trying to literate my readers and explain them what should they do and what not but then one of my well wisher Ms Smita pointed it out by saying don’t guide readers, all the readers all educated ones just put the fact and story in front of them and let them decide what to learn from your story.
8. Who’s your all-time favourite author? Which book of his/hers made you fall in love with them?
Sydney seldon- The silent widow.
Chetan Bhagat- One arranged murder.
9. What is your evergreen tip to the writers out there?
Be faithfull to your partners. There is no end to greed whether it be for money of physical satisfaction.
10. What was your hardest scene to write?
Not really.
11. Do you have another plot brewing?
Yes , in same concept of including 2 stories and 10 poems.
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