Vikas Swarup Quotes & Sayings (Page 4)

“I don't look at myself as a writer; I am a storyteller.”

“Indian writers have appropriated English as an Indian language, and that gives a certain freshness to the way we write.”

“All I can say is that I am not one of those writers who want 100% of their book in the film. I recognize that film is a different medium and the filmmaker must have the right to bring some new elements to the table, provided the soul of the book is preserved.”

“I write fast. But it takes me a while to get going. It's very important for me to see my whole plot. I have to see the end first because I like a surprise in the end. Which is why I let characters and plot gestate in my mind.”