ABOUT US
Books@Jacaranda set up in 1997, is a full service literary agency, working with first time writers as well as established ones, covering the entire range of activities associated with successfully placing a manuscript - from assessing and editing, to handling publicity and launches for writers. In 2008, the agency expanded to open a branch in Singapore.
The Better Man by Anita Nair, and Night of the Krait by Shashi Warrier were amongst the first successes. Anita Nair has since been a mentor and friend.
Mission Statement:
We value relationships we build with our writers and publishers, and we place value in nurturing these relationships. Our mission is as simple as our philosophy. We want writing from India, Singapore and the subcontinent to become accessible globally. Simply put, we want our writers' word to become their published word.
OUR TEAM
Jayapriya Vasudevan, Singapore resident for the last few years, set up Jacaranda twelve years ago to work with first-time authors and manage their work in a professional manner. Jayapriya has worked in the publishing industry for over twenty years. It's the only profession she would choose.
Priya Doraswamy A lawyer by training, Priya practiced law for several years in the United States before joining Jacaranda as partner agent. Currently residing in Singapore, but soon to relocate to the United States, Priya's skills set as a lawyer greatly helps in the business of books.