IIT Scholar Shuvam Sthitapragyan's New Novel to Debut at Pune Book Fair

From Scientific Curiosity to Stories of the Heart: IIT Gandhinagar Scholar Shuvam Sthitapragyan Set to Debut His Latest Novel, You & Everything After, at the National Pune Book Fair

An emotionally compelling narrative exploring love beyond romance, the bonds of family, sacrifice, distance, and the relationships that shape who we become.

Bhubaneswar, Odisha: Some stories are born from imagination, while others emerge from the emotions and experiences that quietly shape our lives. For Shuvam Sthitapragyan, an emerging Indian author and M.Tech scholar in Earth Science at IIT Gandhinagar, storytelling has become a way to explore the complexities of human relationships and the emotions that often remain unspoken.

The Bhubaneswar-born writer is now preparing to introduce his latest literary work, You & Everything After, to readers, with the novel set to make its debut at the National Pune Book Fair this December 2026.

Marking another significant milestone in his literary journey, the upcoming book promises to take readers into an intimate world of relationships, emotional vulnerability, unconditional love, and the lasting influence of the people who become part of our lives.

A Story That Goes Beyond the Conventional Meaning of Love

At its heart, You & Everything After explores a deeply personal relationship between a father and daughter, bringing forward a perspective on love that extends far beyond conventional romantic narratives.

Through meaningful conversations and emotionally layered storytelling, the novel explores the different ways affection finds expression—through silent sacrifices, understanding, protection, memories, emotional distance, and the strength to remain connected despite life's uncertainties.

Rather than depending on dramatic declarations or grand gestures, Shuvam's narrative finds its emotional depth in the quieter dimensions of human connection.

It is about the things left unsaid, the sacrifices that often go unnoticed, and the people whose presence continues to influence our lives even when circumstances keep them apart.

A Novel That Encourages Readers to Look Within

What makes You & Everything After particularly engaging is its exploration of a question that resonates across generations: How deeply do the people we love shape the individuals we eventually become?

Moving through themes of family, sacrifice, healing, growing up, memories, and unconditional connection, the novel invites readers to revisit their own relationships and reflect on the emotional experiences that have shaped their identities.

It is a story for those who have experienced distance, cherished someone's presence, missed a familiar voice, or discovered that love does not always need to be expressed to be deeply felt.

From IIT Gandhinagar to the Literary World

Shuvam's journey as a writer began during the pandemic, when writing initially became a creative outlet and gradually evolved into a meaningful literary pursuit.

While his academic interests led him towards Earth Science and scientific exploration, his passion for literature continued to grow alongside his educational journey.

This intersection of scientific curiosity and creative expression has shaped his identity as a storyteller who is equally interested in observing the world and understanding the emotions of the people living in it.

His earlier work, The Broken Barriers, explored themes of individuality, social conventions, personal freedom, justice, self-discovery, and resilience. The book reflected his inclination towards thought-provoking narratives that encourage readers to question established perspectives.

With You & Everything After, Shuvam ventures into a more intimate storytelling space, bringing relationships and human emotions to the forefront.

What Makes You & Everything After Worth Looking Forward To?

In a world where love stories are frequently defined through romance, Shuvam takes a different literary direction.

His latest novel explores a love that can exist without romantic expectations, survive physical distance, find expression through sacrifice, and leave an impression that lasts a lifetime.

It reminds readers that some relationships cannot be measured by how often people meet or how frequently they express their affection. Sometimes, their true significance lies in everything they leave behind within us.

This emotional foundation gives the novel its distinctive character and makes it an anticipated addition to the reading journeys of those who appreciate meaningful, relationship-driven literature.

An Upcoming Literary Debut at the National Pune Book Fair

December 2026 will mark an exciting new chapter for Shuvam Sthitapragyan as You & Everything After prepares to make its debut at the National Pune Book Fair, scheduled from 12–21 December 2026.

The upcoming literary showcase will offer readers and book enthusiasts an opportunity to discover Shuvam's latest work and engage with a narrative that explores the quieter, often overlooked dimensions of human relationships.

For the author, this occasion represents more than the introduction of a new book. It is another step in a literary journey that began with personal expression and continues to evolve through stories that invite reflection and emotional connection.

A New Book. A New Chapter. A Story Waiting to Be Discovered.

With You & Everything After, Shuvam Sthitapragyan hopes to create more than a reading experience. He hopes to create a connection—one that encourages readers to revisit their memories, appreciate their relationships, and recognise the many forms in which love exists.

As the book prepares to make its first appearance at the National Pune Book Fair this December, readers can look forward to discovering a narrative that places human emotions at the centre of its storytelling.

Coming Soon: You & Everything After

By Shuvam Sthitapragyan

Some relationships become memories. Some memories become stories. And some stories stay with us, long after everything else changes.

Making its literary debut at the National Pune Book Fair | 12–21 December 2026