The Literature Times: What inspired you to write “A Love Letter He’ll Never Read”?
Khyatee Samvatsar: I genuinely believe that many people today have lost touch with what true love really means. It’s often seen as something transactional, but real love goes beyond that. It’s not about expecting something in return—it’s about caring so deeply for someone that their happiness becomes your priority, even if that happiness doesn’t include you and includes someone else. For me, love is about selflessness, about celebrating the other person’s joy, even from a distance. I feel it’s important for people to reconnect with that deeper, more genuine sense of love.
The Literature Times: How much of the story is drawn from your personal experiences or emotions?
Khyatee Samvatsar: The story isn’t directly drawn from my personal experiences—at least, not yet. But who knows? Life has a way of surprising us. Maybe something else is quietly unfolding, and perhaps the next book will be inspired by that.
The Literature Times: Can you describe your writing process? Do you follow a routine or write spontaneously?
Khyatee Samvatsar: I don’t follow a strict writing routine. I write when emotions strike—especially when I find myself missing the person, reliving our moments, and reflecting on everything we shared. My writing often happens in those quiet, personal spaces when I’m alone with my thoughts of him. And honestly, that tends to happen quite often—almost every day.
The Literature Times: This was your debut fiction. What was the most challenging part of writing it?
Khyatee Samvatsar: The most challenging part was making the story feel as real and relatable as possible. I believe readers today aren’t looking for over-the-top fiction—they’re looking for something that mirrors real emotions and experiences. The challenge was in weaving reality into fiction, capturing raw feelings, turning dreams into words, and not shying away from showing how those dreams can sometimes break. Balancing honesty with storytelling—that was the hardest and most important part.
The Literature Times: What message or feeling do you hope readers take away from this book?
Khyatee Samvatsar: I hope readers take away the message that even one-sided love is valid, sacred, and complete in its own way. Love doesn’t need to be returned to be real. There’s strength, beauty, and purity in loving someone selflessly—and that kind of love deserves just as much recognition.
The Literature Times: How did you balance your professional life in finance with your creative pursuits?
Khyatee Samvatsar: I believe that if you truly want to write, you’ll always find a way. For me, writing happens when I’m completely immersed in thoughts of him—and that happens almost every day. So even with a demanding professional life in finance, I manage to steal moments—sometimes at the cost of a little sleep or borrowed time. When something means that much to you, it naturally finds space in your day.
The Literature Times: You’ve mentioned you’re a trained vocalist. Does music influence your writing style?
Khyatee Samvatsar: Yes, music definitely influences my writing. Coming from a musical background, I naturally tend to think in rhythm and emotion, much like a song. And I’ll admit—there’s a bit of that Bollywood flair in me too! My writing often carries a lyrical, dramatic tone because that’s how I feel and process emotions—like a story set to music.
The Literature Times: Who are some of your favorite authors or books that have shaped your literary voice?
Khyatee Samvatsar: I mostly read Hindi poetic literature, so my favorites are Ghalib, Mir, and Harivansh Rai Bachchan. While I need a hundred pages to tell a story, they manage to express the same depth in just eight lines—and that’s truly inspiring. This is the actual timeless brilliance.
The Literature Times: Do you have a favorite line or passage from the book that is especially meaningful to you?
Khyatee Samvatsar: Yes, there is one line that’s especially close to my heart:
“ Love, even when short-lived, doesn’t vanish like a deleted text or a lost item. It lingers. In moments. In echoes. In scents, in songs, in quiet. It stays — because it meant something. To your heart, to your soul, to the version of you that existed when it happened”
The Literature Times: What’s next for you? Are you working on another book or creative project?
Khyatee Samvatsar: Yes, I’m currently working on my next book, which I hope to release by early 2026. It’s an emotional journey that traces the path from self-harm to self-love. It delves into the darker, often unspoken corners of one’s mind and the gradual process of healing, acceptance, and rediscovering self-worth. It’s deeply personal and something I believe many people will connect with on a very real level.
The Literature Times: Are you on social media? How can readers connect with you or follow your work?
Khyatee Samvatsar: Yes, I am! You can find me on Instagram at @khyatee_17. I share updates about my writing, snippets from my singing, and moments from my creative life. It’s a space where I connect with readers and listeners alike—I’d love for the readers to join me there!
The Literature Times: Where can readers buy your book A Love Letter He’ll Never Read?
Khyatee Samvatsar: Readers can buy A Love Letter He’ll Never Read from multiple platforms. It’s available on the Literature’s Light official store, Amazon, Flipkart, Kindle, and even on the Google Play Store. So wherever you prefer to read—print or digital—you’ll find it there! Eagerly waiting to receive the reviews from all my beloved readers.
