Ashok Chopra - A Lifestory

The wellknown publisher is known for great books and finding talent. This person isn't just a publisher; they help shape modern Indian writing. Their time in the field started long ago, before computers, when books had a special charm. They are known for helping new writers and different stories. People who worked with them say they could see talent in new writers. For example, in 1999, they gave a chance to a writer no one knew, and their book became very popular. This person did more than just publish books; they helped writers' careers and made the writing world better. While at India Book House and Jaico Publishing House, they helped many famous writers become successful. They often quoted William Faulkner, saying to "Read, read, read. Read everything — trash, classics, good and bad, and see how they do it." This shows how they published books: always looking for good quality and new ideas. Even after stopping work in 2012, they still helped others, sharing their knowledge with new publishers and writers. They will always be remembered for what they did for books.