Mohua Chinappa is an award-winning author, podcast host, storyteller, and speaker whose work spans literature, media, and advocacy. She is the creator and host of The Mohua Show, a podcast that brings to life stories from across India, and The Literature Lounge, a space dedicated to authors and books. With over 3.7 million downloads and 280+ episodes, Mohua’s podcasts celebrate inspiring voices and lesser-known narratives of resilience, ambition and change that often don’t make the headlines.

Her latest book, Thorns in My Quilt (Rupa Publications), is a deeply personal exploration of grief and resilience through letters to her late father. Her other works include If Only It Were Spring Everyday, Dragonflies of My Dreams (Emily Dickinson Award Winner), and Nautanki Saala and Other Stories, which won the PVLF Best Debut Award and was launched by Shatrughan Sinha. The book’s Hindi rights were acquired by Prabhat Prakashan.

She is also a member of Bridge India, a UK-based think tank fostering UK-South Asia dialogue. A sought-after speaker, Mohua has spoken on prestigious platforms like TEDx and Josh Talks, addressing themes such as creativity, gender equality, and personal growth.

She is also a prolific writer, contributing to leading publications like News18, Firstpost, Outlook Weekender, Deccan Herald, and SheThePeople, covering culture, social issues, and industry trends. Her dedication to impactful storytelling extends to filmmaking, with contributions to The Election Commission Film, Karnataka 2019.

As she continues to champion powerful narratives, Mohua remains deeply committed to her mission of storytelling, advocacy, and fostering global connections.