Mysore/Mysuru: “A writer who wishes to pen thoughts spontaneously must first understand the boundaries of social responsibility and the responsible use of language,” said noted writer Jogi, during a Kannada panel discussion titled ‘Kathe Huttuva Hotthu’ (birth hour of a story), at the last day of the Mysuru Literature Festival.
Reflecting on the evolution of his writing process, Jogi said he had originally planned to finish his book ‘Hastinavathi’ in about 100 pages, but as he began writing, his thoughts expanded, and the manuscript grew far beyond his expectations.
“Life is similar. We may have clear ideas about how to live, but in reality, circumstances lead us down unexpected paths,” he remarked.
He added that stories often emerge from observing people of varied temperaments and from his visits to his native village. “Writing is a deep personal passion,” he said.
Writer Nagaraj Vastare echoed the need for immediacy in writing, stressing that ideas must be captured the moment they arise. “If a writer delays, the originality of the thought may fade. I write as soon as a story comes to mind,” he shared. The session was moderated by writer H.B. Indrakumar.
This post was published on July 7, 2025 6:27 pm