Writing a book is never easy, and building a name as an author takes even more work. This article highlights 10 writers who are slowly but steadily gaining attention through their effort, focus, and honest storytelling. They come from different walks of life—teachers, bankers, lawyers, professionals, and dreamers—but all share a common love for writing. From children’s tales to poetry, from business lessons to mysteries, they are shaping their place in literature. Let’s meet the voices that are making steady progress toward the next bestseller.
Dr. Suniti Vadalkar
Dr. Suniti Vadalkar, a university professor and former founder of an advertising agency, believes learning never stops. With decades of industry and teaching experience, she has seen how distractions impact students’ focus, energy, and creativity. This inspired her to create Wonders of Wellness (WOW), a youth-friendly initiative that blends education, engagement, and social impact. Designed to help participants regain control of their “monkey mind” and boost productivity, the book was co-created with her students and faculty colleagues, making it both practical and impactful.
Jaideep Gupte
Jaideep Gupte, a Mumbai-based banker with over two decades of experience, has always been curious about the world beyond finance. His interests range from astronomy and history to war, religion, and the science of everyday life. A keen traveler, he enjoys exploring new cultures, languages, and cuisines. That same curiosity inspired his book, The Greatest Inventions Ever, which traces the origins of everyday tools and technologies we often take for granted. Through it, Jaideep invites readers to appreciate the creativity that shaped human progress.
Raquel Tellez Mamaril
Raquel Tellez Mamaril has worn many hats—teacher, licensed nurse, pianist, and now, author. Storytelling has been with her since childhood, when she imagined short tales as movies in her mind. Her love for thrillers, mysteries, and horror keeps her inspired, while her background in nursing helps her bring hospital scenes and emotional moments to life with striking clarity. In her debut novel, The Last Ride, Raquel blends human emotion, suspense, and everyday encounters into a moving story that lingers long after the last page.
Vikas Devnani
Vikas Devnani is a seasoned business professional with two decades of experience across digital media, strategy, and operations. Having worked with both global corporations and start-ups, he brings a balanced view of the challenges and opportunities in today’s fast-changing business world. An engineer with advanced degrees in management, digital marketing, and business analytics, Vikas is also a keen student of technology and innovation. His book, Valuation vs. Profitability: The Startup Dilemma, sheds light on one of the biggest debates founders and investors face in building businesses.
SM Chua
SM Chua is a Malaysian lawyer and mother of two who has always loved sharing stories with her children. Inspired by classics like Aesop’s Fables, Enid Blyton, and Roald Dahl, she decided to create tales of her own that carry meaningful lessons for young readers. When she isn’t drafting legal contracts, she enjoys reading across genres and finding joy in storytelling. Her debut children’s book, Once Upon A Time, In A Faraway Land, brings animals to life with fun adventures and gentle morals for kids.
Pranav Sharma
Pranav Sharma, a Chartered Accountant by profession, never expected to become an author. Writing wasn’t planned—it grew quietly within him until it finally took shape in his debut novel, I Had a Best Friend Too. He doesn’t call himself a writer, just someone who has something to share, hoping his words linger with readers. Set against the charm of Orkut days, SMS recharges, and long train rides, his story brings alive the beauty of friendship, love, and the bonds that time cannot erase.
Shwetank Tyagi
Shwetank Tyagi wears many hats —Army officer, Adventurer and Poet. A graduate of the National Defence Academy, Khadakwasla and the Defence Services Staff College, Wellington, he has served with honor in India and abroad, including a Peace Keeping Mission with the United Nations in South Sudan. Beyond his military life, Shwetank finds expression through poetry, writing in Hindi and Urdu with themes of love, resilience and hope. He has authored three books & his latest one - Meraki, is a heartfelt collection that inspires readers to find strength and meaning even in life’s toughest moments.
D. S. Parihar
D. S. Parihar brings depth and insight to his writing, shaped by years of travel, reading, and reflection. A lover of adventure and spirituality, he draws from diverse experiences to create stories that are both gripping and thoughtful. His work blends suspense with philosophy, exploring human emotions, values, and choices with honesty. His latest book, Business Runs in the Family, is a murder mystery set against the backdrop of a multigenerational tea estate, weaving ambition, secrets, and morality into a powerful family drama.
Dr. Shailendra S. Rathore
Dr. Shailendra S. Rathore has spent over four decades in academics, rising to the position of Vice Chancellor and leaving a mark as both a teacher and author. With a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, he has written four books, published more than 150 research papers, and earned awards, including a Silver Medal from the Institution of Valuers in 1993. Post-retirement, he continues to share his expertise through lectures in India and the UK. His latest book, Rathore on Real Estate Valuation, builds on years of rich experience.
Mariam AlKuwaiti
Mariam AlKuwaiti brings both expertise and experience to her writing. A PhD candidate in Project Management, she has spent years helping organizations and leaders turn big plans into successful results. Her work blends theory with real-world lessons, making her a trusted name for professionals in the UAE and beyond. Through her books, training, and consulting, Mariam focuses on practical strategies, innovation, and modern tools like AI. Her latest book, Mastering Project Management, is a straightforward guide for anyone looking to improve results in projects.
Each of these authors shows that progress comes through consistency and passion. Their books reflect lived experiences, hard-earned lessons, and creative expression that speak directly to readers. They are building their way up, one page at a time, with stories that matter. The mix of themes in this list reminds us that writing has no single style or path—there is space for all voices. Keep an eye on these names, because their steady rise signals that the literary world has much more to look forward to.
