Saraswati Pratikshya () is a writer known for her novel Nathiya published in 2018. Before writing the novel, she had published three poetry books: Yadhyapi Prashnaharu (collection of poems, 2005), Bimbaharuko Kathaghara (Collection of poems, 2009) and Bagi Sarangi (collection of poems, 2012).
Her novel Nathiya was about the Badi people. It was shortlisted for Madan Puraskar and won the Pachichan Puraskar (Identity Award) in 2019.
Personal life Saraswati Pratikshya was born to a Thakali family. With her biological parents' consent, she was adopted by Nepalese writer Sarubhakta in 1998. She is divorced and lives with her son.
Bibliography
Yadhyapi Prashnaharu (collection of poems, 2005) Bimbaharuko Kathaghara (collection of poems, 2009) Bagi Sarangi (collection of poems, 2012) Nathiya (novel, 2018)
Prizes and honors
Ganesh and Hastakumari Memorial Award, 2009 Bhupi Memorial Award, 2011 Gunzan Talent Award, 2012 Honor from Dhading Literary Society, 2006 Samata Poetic Honor, 2009 Janani Literary Award, 2018 Lions Literary Award, 2019 Pachichan Puraskar (Identity Award, 2019)
References
External links Saraswati Pratikshya Articles in eKantipur Interview Deshsanchar.com Television Interview