SPEAKING
Speaking & Conversations
Literary events, author interviews, book launches and conversations that take ideas beyond the page.
FROM THE PAGE TO THE STAGE
A conversation can open a world.
Explore book launches, literary exchanges and recorded appearances.
Literature becomes richer when stories are exchanged. Rishabh Dubey ‘Kridious’ participates in literary conferences, moderates author conversations, hosts book launches and speaks about science fiction, mythology, creativity and the craft of storytelling.
For speaking invitations, panel discussions, author interviews and literary collaborations: rishabh@kridious.com
Featured conversations
The Ashes Are Warm: Book launch conversation with Pooja Bhatt and Sunita Pant Bansal
13 April 2026 | BKC, Mumbai | Moderator
At the launch of The Ashes Are Warm, a work by Sunita Pant Bansal drawing on Mahesh Bhatt’s memories of U. G. Krishnamurti, Rishabh moderated a conversation about personal transformation, family relationships and the stories behind the book. Pooja Bhatt unveiled the publication. Sunita Pant Bansal publicly acknowledged Rishabh’s role in her account of the event.
Read Sunita Pant Bansal’s original event account and see photographs.
Fireside chat with Pia Benegal
10 August 2025 | Solstice, Mumbai | Fireside conversation
A recorded conversation with costume designer and film producer Pia Benegal at Ukiyoto’s annual literary conference, exploring the relationship between literature, cinema and creative expression.
Official event programme and recording.
In conversation with Dr. John Robert
August 2026 | Solstice, New Delhi | Author conversation and joint book launch
Rishabh joined Dr. John Robert for a conversation on leadership, professional reinvention and meaningful work during the launch of Beyond Title and the revised edition of Going Beyond Boundaries. The discussion is featured on John Robert’s official speaking and media website. The organiser and guest sources give differing day-of-month references, so this caption uses August 2026 until the event date is reconciled.
See Dr. John Robert’s event page and gallery | Organiser’s programme.
Literary events and conferences
Additional appearances and recognition include the Kolkata Literary Carnival, the Nashik Literature and Cultural Festival, Indian Science Fiction Conferences and university literary events.
Awards, research and conference record | Media and press coverage.
Speaking correspondence
Past appearances have included guest lectures, book launches, author interviews, literary panels, science-fiction discussions and moderation. For questions about these appearances or a literary event, please get in touch.
From the author’s journey
DEV, from page to stage
A moment from the launch of DEV. Writing, research and conversations with readers continue to shape the work.
Recorded appearances.
Solstice 2026: DEV & SciBle
Book launch
My science-fiction mentors
Closing address at SciFi Con
In conversation with Ukiyoto Publishing
Author interview with Isvi Mishra
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