We spoke to our favorite storytellers about their festive traditions and Diwali plans. Diwali is not only the festival of light, but also a festival of stories.
Families gather around the dinner table to share fond memories, friends travel together to create new ones, and people press pause to search for the stories hidden within them.
On the occasion of Diwali, we spoke to seven Indian authors from around the world about the moments that make up their festive season and the memories that carry them through it.
Diwali season, and my childhood rushes back to me. It is all about gentle oil lamps flickering in rows across the roof, the verandahs, under the trees and in each room. To welcome the goddess Lakshmi.
From childhood anecdotes to celebrating the festival with their own children, here’s a glimpse of how they spend this special day.
Author's summary: Indian authors share their Diwali traditions and memories.