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Hear us Roar256: Nigar Alam - Author of Under The Tamarind Tree Our guest this week is Nigar Alam (Under The Tamarind Tree, G.P.Putnam & Sons, August 2023). We discuss the ten years she spent educating herself about writing before finding her agent in an unusual way (it involved Twitter). Hear how her first conversation with her editor took place while Nigar was stranded in Turkey during a snowstorm, and how writing a book set in Pakistan had the serendipitous effect of bringing her closer to her parents. If your dream is to sign with a Big Five publishing house, listen as Nigar takes us behind the scenes to highlight the...
2024-11-2139 min
The Diverse BookshelfEp75: Nigar Alam on Partition, childhood friendships and displacementOn the show this week, I spoke to Nigar Alam about her stunning debut Novel, Under the Tamarind Tree, which I absolutely love. In this episode we talk all about Partition voices an d stories, Pakistan, class, identity, friendships, displacement and so much more.Author Nigar Alam was born in Karachi, Pakistan, and spent her childhood in Turkey, Nigeria, Italy, Kenya, Indonesia and the United States. She currently lives in Minnesota and teaches at Anoka-Ramsey Community College.“Under the Tamarind Tree” is Alam’s debut novel and is set in the seaside city of Karachi. Th...
2024-04-231h 00
Writer's BoneEpisode 631: Best Books of 2023In our season finale, Daniel Ford and the Writer's Bone Podcast Network share the books we loved in 2023. Thank you to the authors we interviewed and read, our network hosts, and, of course, you, our dear listeners for another terrific year of podcasting. We can't wait to celebrate our tenth anniversary in 2024! The Best Books of 2023: Beware the Woman by Megan Abbott Chain Gang All Stars by Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah Under the Tamarind Tree by Nigar Alam Kind of a Big Deal: How Anchorman Stayed Classy and Became the Most Iconic Comedy of the Tw...
2023-12-2638 min
A Novel EveningA Novel Evening with Nigar AlamThis week Dannie is joined by the wonderful NIGAR ALAM to talk all about her glorious novel Under the Tamarind Tree; diving into her inspirations behind the story, the process of writing this novel, before they dive into a personal Novel Evening filled with nostalgia and beach barbecues!Grab yourself a copy of this gorgeous book here: Under the Tamarind Tree by Nigar Alam | Waterstonesand find Nigar over on Instagram: Nigar Alam (@nigaralamwrites) • Instagram photos and videos Become a Novel Listener over at: https://plus.acast.com/s...
2023-11-1039 min
Dive Into The Powerful Full Audiobook Now, Knowledge Hunters!Under The Tamarind Tree by Nigar AlamPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/702527to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Under The Tamarind Tree
Author: Nigar Alam
Narrator: Sneha Mathan
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 13 minutes
Release date: November 9, 2023
Genres: Literary Fiction
Publisher's Summary:
A story of love tested to its limits by moral dilemmas, and the beauty and fragility of childhood friendships. 1964 ? Karachi, Pakistan. Rozeena will lose her home ? her parents' safe haven since fleeing India and the terrors of Partition ? if her medical career doesn't take off soon. But success may come with at a price. Meanwhile the interwoven lives of her childhood best friends ? Haaris, Aalya...
2023-11-0910h 13
Writer's BoneEpisode 619: Nigar Alam, Author of Under the Tamarind TreeAuthor Nigar Alam chats with Daniel Ford about her debut novel Under the Tamarind Tree. To learn more about Nigar Alam, visit her official website. Writer's Bone is proudly sponsored by Libro.fm and Mark Cecil's upcoming novel Bunyan and Henry; Or, the Beautiful Destiny.
2023-11-0239 min
Ink in Your VeinsNANO WITH ME! Time-sensitive! - Ep. 392: The Word Because with Nigar AlamTime-sensitive! Do you want to do NaNoWriMo with me? Go HERE: http://rachaelherron.com/nanowithme - we’ll write in Zoom together and have a PARTY at the end, when we all WIN NANO! Come join us! Also, enjoy this fabulous episode with an amazing writer!! Born in Karachi, Pakistan, Nigar Alam spent her childhood in Turkey, Nigeria, Italy, Kenya, Indonesia, and the United States before returning to Karachi. With an MBA and CPA, she has worked in both brand management and auditing. Currently, Alam teaches at Anoka-Ramsey Community College and lives with her family in Minneso...
2023-10-3032 min
What to Read Next Podcast l Book Recommendation ShowAuthor Interview: Nigar AlamDisclosure: We are part of the Amazon Affiliate/LTK Creator programs. We will receive a small commission at no cost if you purchase a book. This post may contain links to purchase books.In this enlightening episode, debut author Nigar Alam takes listeners on a journey through her writing process, sharing the intriguing story of her debut novel "Under the Tamarind Tree" set in Karachi, Pakistan. The discussion also delves into her broad reading preferences, the joy she finds in non-monetized hobbies, and book recommendations from her recent reads.VISIT OUR BOOK BLOGhttp://WhattoReadNextBlog...
2023-10-2511 min
Off the Shelf82. Nigar Alam, AuthorMy guest this week is Nigar Alam. You can find her website here:
Nigar Alam (nigaralamwrites.com)
Nigar's book can be preordered here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/720000/under-the-tamarind-tree-by-nigar-alam/
The literary programmes we discuss:
The Loft Literary Center - https://loft.org/
Madeleine Milburn Mentorship Programme - https://www.madeleinemilburn.co.uk/mentorship/
The books we discuss:
Craft Book - Save the Cat! Writes a Novel: The Last Book On Novel Writing You'll Ever Need by Jessica Brody - https://www.jessicabrody.com/2020/11/how-to-write-your-novel-using-the-save-the-cat-beat-sheet/
Finding me - Viola Davis https://www.waterstones.com/book/finding-me/viola-dav...
2023-10-2325 min
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2023-08-2000 min
Experience An Inspiring Full Audiobook And Elevate Your Mindset.Under the Tamarind Tree by Nigar AlamPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/649336to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Under the Tamarind Tree
Author: Nigar Alam
Narrator: Sneha Mathan
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 13 minutes
Release date: August 15, 2023
Genres: Literary Fiction
Publisher's Summary:
A compellingly heartbreaking debut novel about the echoes of Partition and four friends whose dark secrets lead to a life-changing night that comes back to haunt them decades later. One night. Four friends. Countless secrets. 1964. Karachi, Pakistan. Rozeena is running out of time. She'll lose her home—her parents' safe haven since fleeing India and the terrors of Partition—if her medical career doesn't take off...
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Title: Under the Tamarind Tree
Author: Nigar Alam
Narrator: Sneha Mathan
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 13 minutes
Release date: August 15, 2023
Genres: Historical
Publisher's Summary:
A compellingly heartbreaking debut novel about the echoes of Partition and four friends whose dark secrets lead to a life-changing night that comes back to haunt them decades later. One night. Four friends. Countless secrets. 1964. Karachi, Pakistan. Rozeena is running out of time. She'll lose her home—her parents' safe haven since fleeing India and the terrors of Partition—if her medical career doesn't take off soon...
2023-08-1510h 13Get Lost In The Most Award-Winning Full Audiobook Today!Under the Tamarind Tree by Nigar AlamPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/649336to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Under the Tamarind Tree
Author: Nigar Alam
Narrator: Sneha Mathan
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 13 minutes
Release date: August 15, 2023
Genres: Drama
Publisher's Summary:
A compellingly heartbreaking debut novel about the echoes of Partition and four friends whose dark secrets lead to a life-changing night that comes back to haunt them decades later. One night. Four friends. Countless secrets. 1964. Karachi, Pakistan. Rozeena is running out of time. She'll lose her home—her parents' safe haven since fleeing India and the terrors of Partition—if her medical career doesn't take off soon...
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Title: Under the Tamarind Tree
Author: Nigar Alam
Narrator: Sneha Mathan
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 13 minutes
Release date: August 15, 2023
Genres: LGBTQ+
Publisher's Summary:
A compellingly heartbreaking debut novel about the echoes of Partition and four friends whose dark secrets lead to a life-changing night that comes back to haunt them decades later. One night. Four friends. Countless secrets. 1964. Karachi, Pakistan. Rozeena is running out of time. She'll lose her home—her parents' safe haven since fleeing India and the terrors of Partition—if her medical career doesn't take off soon...
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Title: Under the Tamarind Tree
Author: Nigar Alam
Narrator: Sneha Mathan
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 13 minutes
Release date: August 15, 2023
Genres: Literary Fiction
Publisher's Summary:
A compellingly heartbreaking debut novel about the echoes of Partition and four friends whose dark secrets lead to a life-changing night that comes back to haunt them decades later. One night. Four friends. Countless secrets. 1964. Karachi, Pakistan. Rozeena is running out of time. She'll lose her home—her parents' safe haven since fleeing India and the terrors of Partition—if her medical career doesn't take off...
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Title: Under the Tamarind Tree
Author: Nigar Alam
Narrator: Sneha Mathan
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 13 minutes
Release date: August 15, 2023
Genres: LGBTQ+
Publisher's Summary:
A compellingly heartbreaking debut novel about the echoes of Partition and four friends whose dark secrets lead to a life-changing night that comes back to haunt them decades later. One night. Four friends. Countless secrets. 1964. Karachi, Pakistan. Rozeena is running out of time. She'll lose her home—her parents' safe haven since fleeing India and the terrors of Partition—if her medical career doesn't take off soon...
2023-08-1510h 13
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Title: Under the Tamarind Tree
Author: Nigar Alam
Narrator: Sneha Mathan
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 13 minutes
Release date: August 15, 2023
Genres: Historical
Publisher's Summary:
A compellingly heartbreaking debut novel about the echoes of Partition and four friends whose dark secrets lead to a life-changing night that comes back to haunt them decades later. One night. Four friends. Countless secrets. 1964. Karachi, Pakistan. Rozeena is running out of time. She'll lose her home—her parents' safe haven since fleeing India and the terrors of Partition—if her medical career doesn't take off soon...
2023-08-1510h 13
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Rozeena is running out of time. She'll lose her home—her parents' safe haven since fleeing India and the terrors of Partition—if her medical career doesn't take off soon. But success may come with an unexpected price. Meanwhile the interwoven lives of her childhood best friends—Haaris, Aalya, and Zohair—seem to be unraveling with each passing day. The once small and inconsequential differences between their families' social standing now thre...
2023-07-2900 min
klontanganRead [PDF] Under the Tamarind Tree by Nigar AlamRead [PDF] Under the Tamarind Tree Download at https://goodreads.pdfshare.xyz/book/63342502 Rozeena is running out of time. She'll lose her home—her parents' safe haven since fleeing India and the terrors of Partition—if her medical career doesn't take off soon. But success may come with an unexpected price. Meanwhile the interwoven lives of her childhood best friends—Haaris, Aalya, and Zohair—seem to be unraveling with each passing day. The once small and inconsequential differences between their families' social standing now threaten to divide them. Then one fateful night someone ends up dead...
2023-07-2600 min
Unlikeable Female CharactersPitch WarsIt's a Pitch Wars interview extravaganza! This week, we celebrate the amazing mentoring program that brought us all together. We're joined by Pitch Wars Managing Director Kellye Garrett as well as our mentees Halley Sutton, Nigar Alam, and Wanda Morris. Get a sneak preview of their manuscripts (all of which happen to feature unlikeable female characters!) before the Pitch Wars Agent Showcase starts on February 6th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2019-01-231h 04
Unlikeable Female CharactersPitch WarsIt's a Pitch Wars interview extravaganza! This week, we celebrate the amazing mentoring program that brought us all together. We're joined by Pitch Wars Managing Director Kellye Garrett as well as our mentees Halley Sutton, Nigar Alam, and Wanda Morris. Get a sneak preview of their manuscripts (all of which happen to feature unlikeable female characters!) before the Pitch Wars Agent Showcase starts on February 6th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2019-01-231h 04