The QuillBees blog
Real questions about books, answered in plain words.
How to publish one, how to write one, and how to find one worth reading, in Hindi and English. New posts most weeks.
Publishing · Sep 10, 2026
Packing books so they arrive in one piece
Books are heavy, corners dent easily, and monsoon is unkind. Some practical habits for sending them safely.
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Reading · Sep 6, 2026
How to find your next book after you loved the last one
Finishing a great book can leave a gap. Here are some ways to find something that fills it, without scrolling forever.
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Writing · Sep 2, 2026
How to write a short story that works
A short story is not a small novel. It works differently, and that makes it a very good place to practise.
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Hindi · Aug 30, 2026
Writing a book with Hindi and English together
Many readers live in two languages. If your characters do, here is how to let both show up on the page without confusing anyone.
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Publishing · Aug 26, 2026
Questions to ask any publisher or printing service before you start
Before you agree to work with anyone on your book, a list of plain questions that make the arrangement clear for both sides.
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Reading · Aug 23, 2026
Gifting books: ideas by age and taste
A book is a thoughtful gift if it fits the person. A few ways to choose without guessing wildly.
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Writing · Aug 19, 2026
Should your first book be a series or a standalone?
Both can work. Here is how to think about which one suits your story, and your life.
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Publishing · Aug 16, 2026
How long does it take to publish a book? A realistic timeline
Most first-time authors expect weeks. It usually takes months. Here is where the time goes.
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Books · Aug 12, 2026
How to write a book review that is actually useful
Reviews help readers decide and help authors improve. A few simple habits make yours worth reading.
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Hindi · Aug 8, 2026
Hindi words that English cannot quite translate
Some words carry a whole feeling in a single breath. Here are a few that translators and bilingual writers keep running into.
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Reading · Aug 5, 2026
Audiobooks or print: which is better for you?
People argue about this as if there is one answer. There is not. Here is how each one works, and who they suit.
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Writing · Aug 1, 2026
Working with beta readers: how to give and take feedback
Before you pay anyone to edit, a few honest readers can show you where the book works and where it stumbles.
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Publishing · Jul 29, 2026
Writing a synopsis and a one line pitch
You will be asked for both, by publishers, bloggers and bookshops. Here is how to write them without dreading it.
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