Ranjani Rao is a trained scientist, a self-taught writer, yoga practitioner, and lifelong learner committed to an apprenticeship in observation. Originally from Mumbai, she spent her early adult life in the USA where she first began writing. Her fiction and non-fiction writing are inspired by her life in three countries and travels to thirty.
Her work has appeared in several print and digital publications in the USA, India and Singapore. Her essay titled, “The Girl With The Red Dot”, originally published on Alternet.org was chosen for inclusion in the Thomson Reader, a college-level English textbook.
She is the author of three books, a regular columnist for India Currents, an Indian-American magazine and The Straits Times, Singapore.
When not working or tackling the unread pile of books by her bedside, she goes for long walks in the nature reserve behind her home. She returns with either new ideas or pictures of wildlife that she shares on social media, much to the embarrassment of her children.
She lives with her family in Singapore and stoically bears the dubious distinction of being the only G-rated person in the household not inclined to binge-watch shows.
Want to learn more about Ranjani? Read her self-interview here.
My Books
An uplifting story of gratitude and forgiveness, of grace and courage that serves as proof that it is possible to rewrite your own happily-ever-after despite unexpected detours.
A series of sparkling, humorous essays highlighting the oft-neglected angst of the returning NRI – before, during, and after relocation.
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Travel Encounters Of The Surprising Kind
Two interesting and unique interactions with young women on my recent trips to India – why travel enriches us
Of Careers, Community and Finding Our Place in the World
When the wheel of time turns and puts you on the opposite side from where you once stood, it’s time for a rethink.
Start The Year With Three Fine Books Featuring Animals
Whether or not you are an animal lover, pick up these three wonderful books, about a traveling cat, a cute penguin and a smart octopus
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