Priyamvad

Priyamvad is an Indian writer in Hindi literature. He has written novels, short stories, and essays, and is also the editor of the Hindi journal Akaar.

Career

Priyamvad started writing as a student. His first book was Lal Kaner Ke Phool, a book of poetry. In 1980 he came third in a national story-writing competition from the Delhi-based magazine Sarika, for his story "Boshidani".
Priyamvad won the national Vanmali Katha Puraskar in 2019. Some researchers have analysed parts of his work.

Selected writings

;NovelsVe Vahan Qaid Hain Ek Lekhak Ki Anatomy Bhaaartiya Rajniti Ke Do Aakhyan Guftgoo Parchhaain Naach Us Raat Ki Varsha Mein Naach Ghar Mitti Ki Gaadi Bharatiya Loktanktra Ka Koras: Kuch Bisari Bikhari Dhwaniyan
;Stories
He has written around 50 stories, including:Ek Apavitra Ped Khargos : A film of the same name based on this story was released in 2009.Falgun Ki Ek Upkatha : The 2007 film Anwar is based on this story.Palang: a story about old age in society, translated into English as The Bed by Nivedita Menon.