The itineraries of Puja Changoiwala's artivist practices

This volume brings together a wide range of contributions exploring the creative process of Indian author and journalist Puja Changoiwala. Readers will gain an insight into her journalistic engagement and literary creativity, from inception to reception. Through a rich collection of talks and interviews, the volume invites both general readers and scholars to discover the voice of a tireless, tenacious journalist and a compelling, eloquent writer of both fiction and non-fiction. These first-hand accounts shed light on her investigative methods and offer candid reflections on her writing process. Complemented by scholarly essays from experts in Indian and postcolonial literature and culture, these testimonies unveil the depth and impact of Puja Changoiwala's artivist practices. This book highlights the valuable collaboration between the author-in-residence and Université de Lorraine students and faculty members, secondary school pupils and the general public in Lorraine, as well as national and international scholars, writers and journalists.

The Ariel series (Auteur·e en résidence internationale en Lorraine) is a record of the four-month stay of a foreign author at Université de Lorraine. Each volume offers a glimpse into the authors' creative processes, featuring manuscript excerpts, reflections on their writings, and the translation of their works. This series captures the dynamic residency experience, highlighting the strong relationship that ties the invited author to the students, pupils, and readers of the Lorraine region.