Dr. Nisha Shastry is a scientist at heart, a storyteller by passion, and a creator of worlds where the impossible feels dangerously real.
An author of novels and comics, Dr. Shastry has created stories that move beyond the printed page—into audio stories, visual narratives and music-inspired storytelling—building immersive fictional worlds for a new generation of readers and listeners.
But Dr. Shastry’s imagination doesn’t stop with novels.
Through Nisha Shastry Audiostories, she brings her fictional worlds to life through audio and video storytelling, while her comics and the expanding Ritugn universe venture into heroes, ancient forces, supernatural darkness and larger-than-life battles.
With a Ph.D. in Public Administration and more than two decades of professional experience, she brings an unusual perspective to speculative fiction—combining the curiosity of a science enthusiast with an understanding of people, power, conflict and society.
Welcome to the worlds of Dr. Nisha Shastry. Explore the unknown.
My Vision
“To inspire a new generation of readers through bold novels and immersive comics that blend science, mystery, imagination and adventure. My vision is to make storytelling exciting for today’s youth—sparking curiosity, creativity and a lifelong love for reading.”
My Awards
A Proud Moment at the British Parliament
A memorable milestone in Dr. Nisha Shastry’s literary journey was the privilege of presenting her science-fiction novel, Child of Two Worlds, at the British Parliament, House of Commons, UK. This special moment marked the journey of her storytelling beyond borders and reflected her vision of taking imaginative Indian science fiction to readers across the world.
Featured by Mid-day
Dr. Nisha Shastry’s sci-fi novel Child of Two Worlds was featured by Mid-day among its reading recommendations celebrating India’s diverse literary voices. The recognition highlights her distinctive approach to science fiction—bringing together imagination, futuristic concepts and compelling storytelling for a new generation of readers.
Recommended for the Big Screen
Dr. Nisha Shastry’s gripping mystery-thriller The Intern caught the attention of Filmy Charcha, which featured the novel among Indian books it believes deserve a Bollywood movie adaptation. With its suspenseful narrative, intriguing characters and cinematic appeal, The Intern showcases Dr. Shastry’s ability to create stories that feel destined to go beyond the page and onto the screen.
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Dive Deep Into The World of Stories
Novels
Stories Beyond the Known
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Comics
Where myths, science and imagination collide.
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Audio Stories
Close your eyes. The story will find you.
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Video Stories
Every world, brought to the screen.
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