UAP Literary Club Hosts Fourth Edition of "Meet the Author"

The fourth season of "Meet the Author", organized by the UAP Literary Club, took place on 27th April 2025. The event featured Shariful Hasan, a renowned novelist celebrated for his thriller writings, as the chief guest. He was joined by Salman Haq, a translator, and Mafiul Kadir Adon, the publisher of Chirkut Publication, who spoke on the topics of translated literature and the publishing industry.

Shariful Hasan shared his journey as a writer, also offering valuable insights into the writing process, how one can begin writing, and useful advice for aspiring authors. His session was engaging and informative, especially for students interested in fiction and thriller writing.

The discussion largely revolved around the craft of thriller writing and its growing popularity in Bangladesh. One notable remark from Shariful Hasan was his observation that many writers now focus on thrillers not necessarily out of personal passion, but to meet readers' demands — as works written purely for self-expression often face rejection or lack recognition.

The event concluded with the Q&A session, leaving attendees inspired and satisfied. Overall, Meet the Author 4.0 was considered a great success by the audience, who appreciated the opportunity to engage with the world of writing and publishing firsthand.