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I need to have some depth in my characters. That's why they are all Bengalis. I can't imagine writing a book with someone called Saxena as the hero.


Upamanyu Chatterjee

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LILY CHATTERJEE The greatest tribute to the departed is not sorrow but appreciation. We live life on the edge. We dr...
LILY CHATTERJEE “A game of chess with God is like, he makes the next move after yours. Your moves are termed “Ch...
LILY CHATTERJEE An important success trait is the ability to detach from people who aren’t on course with you. It ...
LILY CHATTERJEE Most people want history to explain how we got here, not to teach them how to change the future. Lif...
LILY CHATTERJEE When you give me negativity, I use GIGO (Garbage In Garbage Out) principle.
LILY CHATTERJEE Accept that you won’t satisfy everyone. Someone is bound to be dejected about the change you make ...
LILY CHATTERJEE Life is a blur. Give us a news which is clear and conscience.
LILY CHATTERJEE Coding is art; the key. One bad code will kill my planet.
LILY CHATTERJEE Avoid negative talk and negative people like plague. Find people who will encourage you, not puke on...
LILY CHATTERJEE Despite having only started his film acting career at 41, he will be remembered for so many wonderfu...
LILY CHATTERJEE God is a DJ, and life is a dance floor. There are people who play records and there are DJ's who blo...
LILY CHATTERJEE Stress is on the job and they are drawing on your energy. I call it mind bulling your body and it’...
LILY CHATTERJEE The moment you become content with being idle and not wanting more for yourself, is the moment you p...
LILY CHATTERJEE A business card is like a reputation for a person. You earn reputation by networking well.
LILY CHATTERJEE Money is an army. The green army, is the strongest.
LILY CHATTERJEE Attitude; priceless possession, the difference maker.
LILY CHATTERJEE Smile, save people from grumpiness.
LILY CHATTERJEE Fear, is mind bullying your body. Bullying is voilence.
LILY CHATTERJEE Believe in yourself, even if other people tell you, you're crazy.
LILY CHATTERJEE Always listen to an expert, not because they are always right but because they have more experience ...
LILY CHATTERJEE Invite people to throw rocks at you. It causes sparks. Bright sparks grab attention.
LILY CHATTERJEE If you want something fine for life, you owe it to yourself to have it or reject it outright. Don’...
LILY CHATTERJEE Writing is a whole-brain enterprise. It’s a process not a profession.
LILY CHATTERJEE If you get your joy from a paycheck and a pat on the head, go for it. I prefer hugs and dandelions.
LILY CHATTERJEE Messy hair, yoga pants, top knot, surviving on sticky kisses, messy smile and momsomania. They call ...
LILY CHATTERJEE Pay attention, you learn something every day. Everyone you meet is a Guru. Guru’s are like a boat....
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