Archana Somvanshi, author of the evocative novel Summer of '93, grew up in a small town in India where access to books was scarce. With no libraries or bookshops in her hometown, train journeys became a gateway to new worlds. Railway station bookstalls were her treasure troves, and her supportive mother always encouraged her passion for reading, spending eagerly on books. Though English options were limited, Archana’s journey began with Hindi comics like Dhruva, Nagraj, and Chacha Chaudhary, along with timeless classics by Premchand and Sharatchandra.

This love for stories was further nurtured by the rich oral storytelling culture of her family, where her mother and grandmother passed down tales that fueled her imagination.

Today, Archana balances a career in IT and motherhood with her love for storytelling. Her debut novel, Summer of '93, is a heartfelt tale of love, loss, and nostalgia, set in the backdrop of a small-town India. 

Through her storytelling, she offers valuable life lessons on perseverance, resilience, and the importance of cherishing the memories that shape us.