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Get to know Riteeka beyond the books. Follow her personal blogs to stay connected with her daily life, random thoughts, and writing journey.

May 08, 2026

High-Rise Solitude: How Indian Balconies Breed Forbidden Passions

Sitting on my balcony in Mumbai at dusk, watching the opposite towers, I realized something profound. In our modern vertically stacked high-rises, intimacy is both beautifully exposed and deeply hidden. Discover how vertical solitude fuels our secret desires.

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May 01, 2026

The Collateral of Freedom: Navigating Family in an Open Marriage

One of the most persistent questions I asked Aarti was about her son. How do you raise a child while navigating an open marriage? Here is what I learned about the profound maturity it takes.

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April 24, 2026

The Catalyst: Writing Girish as the Third Pillar

How do you write a lover who isn't a villain? Exploring Girish's role in 'The Approved Affair' and imagining a character I never met through the eyes of a husband and wife.

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April 17, 2026

Conversations with Aditya: The Architecture of a Mature Marriage

While writing 'The Approved Affair', my conversations with Aarti's husband, Aditya, challenged everything I knew about marriage.

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