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At the age of 11 we completed the first draft of our debut novel, "Conspiracy of Calaspia", which was subsequently published when we were 17. We are working on the sequels of the Insanity saga.
READ our novel and WIN a 10-Day Literary Tour of England...!!! See www.calaspia-competition.com .
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Jyoti left school at 15 to become a full-time writer while Suresh finished his A-levels at a UK boarding school. Our dad is Indian and our mum English. We lived in England until we were 7 when we moved to Switzerland where we have been ever since - so we speak fluent Schwyzerdütsch! When we are not writing, we get to go on promotional tours, attend literary festivals and so on.
Check out our website: www.twins.guptara.net
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ABOUT THE BOOK

Evil has a new mask - the face of reason.
When the Nurgor and Ostentum destroy their peaceful village, Bryn joins a motley group of courageous individuals who must brave danger and death to stop the insidious powers behind an enemy that defies logic. Why have the Barue, an innocent tribe with the uncanny ability to sense emotions, been targeted for destruction? And who is behind the intricate scheme that unfolds? After many daring adventures they reach apparent safety, only to discover they have unwittingly been spun into the mesh of evil. Caught in a web of corruption, they must race to save Calaspia along with their lives – if it is not too late...

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Full of heroism and cowardice, rich in treachery and deception, simmering with intrigue, Conspiracy of Calaspia begins the epic tale of the multi-volume Insanity series. Written in an inimitable style, this debut novel is a gripping read for young and old alike.

REVIEWS

~ OTHER AUTHORS ~

“ Most enjoyable ”
- Richard Adams
(Watership Down)

“ the extraordinary epic fantasy novel, in the genre of Lord of the Rings, by 17-year old twin brothers who have been plotting together since early childhood. A large-scale drama, following classic themes of good and evil... and this first book is only a foretaste of what is to come! ”
- Patrick Dixon
One of the "twenty most influential business thinkers alive today," author of twelve books (Island of Bolay, Futurewise)

“ splendid work ... betrays sheer genius ... masterfully crafted; fantasy at its best ... brilliantly portrayed.
A unique addition to the world of outstanding literature ... as appealing to adults as children, if not more so.
It was hard to put this book down (and truly frustrating whenever I had to). ... holds ones attention forever! ... would make a great movie. ”
- Rabi Maharaj
Death of a Guru, the international bestseller translated into over 60 languages


~ THE PRESS ~

“ All set to claim literary fame ”
- Tehelka, the People's Paper,India

“ Talented twins ... epic fantasy ”
- Asians in Media,UK

“ Precocious ... positively venerable at 17 ”
- Business Standard

“ Twins enter world of words with flair ... exceptional ”
- The Hindu

“ Suresh and Jyoti Guptara ... enough to make a publisher insanely happy. Happen to be teenagers - all of 17, and good-looking, to boot ”
- Outlook India

“ If you liked Harry Potter and yearn to live in the Shire, you’re sure to love ... Conspiracy of Calaspia. Suresh and Jyoti Guptara’s debut ... a magical yarn of heroism, cowardice, treachery and deception ”
- Express India

“ A tale of grit and courage ... an epic novel ... deals with a potpourri of plots involving life, betrayal, murder, deception, suspicion, friendship, enmity and mystery ... the beginning of an epic tale ”
- News Today

“ The literary debut of Brothers Guptara is sure to spice up the literary scene ”
- India Today

“ The fantasy novel of the year ”
- Books Today

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My Blog

United Nations Youth Summit, Geneva, Sep 07, and other Appearances, Oct 07

  SWITZERLAND, GENEVA, 26th - 29th SeptemberYes, we had barely rubbed the gangrene from our limbs (intercontinental flights), thrown piles of clothes from one heap to another, deleted spam - uh, ...
Posted by on Fri, 28 Sep 2007 18:30:00 GMT

100,000 copy FIRST PRINT RUN for Calaspia in GERMAN

  GERMANY, HAMBURG - REINBEK, 12th - 13th September Whereas California was hot, Germany had been misty and raining for weeks.  We brought the sun with us wherever we went on this entire tour...
Posted by on Wed, 12 Sep 2007 13:22:00 GMT

USA BOOK TOUR: Guptara Twins Promoted the Calaspia Storytelling Competition, Aug - Sep 07

  USA BOOK TOUR, August 23 - September 10 It's our first time in the USA.  Yes, that's right.   Whenever you tell this to an American in America, they think they haven't heard aright.&...
Posted by on Mon, 10 Sep 2007 04:06:00 GMT

Calaspia International Literary Competition: Win 10-Day Tour of England!

Gentle Reader, We are very excited to announce our partnership with Sought After Media USA, Starbloom Ireland, and Nivedit Good Books India, along with support from The C. S. Lewis Foundation, in lau...
Posted by on Mon, 13 Aug 2007 06:19:00 GMT

Jyoti at the Kitab Festival, Mumbai, India - Feb 07

21st and 22nd February 2007  I arrive at Delhi Int. airport.  Someone is supposed to be waiting for me, but my fears materialise: I see no plaque reading "Jyoti Guptara" or, if they are mo...
Posted by on Mon, 26 Feb 2007 00:42:00 GMT

Goa Reading, India  Jan 07

In the unique surroundings of the cosy Literati book café, 30 people gathered for a 'come and share' evening of poetry reciting, songs, music and book readings.  Sudeep Sen and Ivan Kostka shared...
Posted by on Fri, 05 Jan 2007 07:21:00 GMT

Goa Book Launch, India  Jan 07

Held at the Cidade de Goa Hotel, the line up on the press conference panel included the Governor of Goa, His Excellency S. C. Jamir, renowned poet Sudeep Sen and Dr Vishal Mangalwadi.  Followin...
Posted by on Wed, 03 Jan 2007 07:10:00 GMT

Delhi Book Launch, India  Dec 06

200 guests mingled in the picturesque surroundings of Lodi Garden Restaurant as Guests of Honour, Tarun Tejpal and Chief Minister Sheila Dixit, officially launched Calaspia in India.   Press...
Posted by on Tue, 19 Dec 2006 06:57:00 GMT

Weinfelden Book Launch, Switzerland  Nov 06

100 people filled the hall to congratulate the local Guptara Twins on the publication of Calaspia.  Conducted in Schwyzerdeutsch, Mayor Max Vögeli interviewed the boys about the book. The crowds...
Posted by on Wed, 15 Nov 2006 06:50:00 GMT

Zurich Book Launch, Switzerland  Nov 06

100 people arrived for the largest book event to be hosted at Orell Fussli English Bookshop, on Zurich's prestigious Bahnhofstrasse, to celebrate the publication of Calaspia.  The Guests of Honou...
Posted by on Tue, 14 Nov 2006 06:47:00 GMT