--- title: "Author Events and Writing Workshops with Swati Hegde" description: "Join Swati Hegde at author events and literary festivals. Learn about her debut novel Match Me If You Can and get professional fiction writing coaching tips." canonical: https://mytribe.in/swatihegdeauthor/fiction-writing-coaching/in-the-community-events-interviews last_updated: 2025-09-15 --- # Author Events, Literary Festivals, and Writing Insights Tribe Verified · Featured author at Literary Fair 2.0 By [Swati Hegde](https://mytribe.in/swatihegdeauthor) · Available online globally · ₹7,000 per course (lifetime access) (estimate) Part of [Fiction Writing Coaching](https://mytribe.in/swatihegdeauthor/fiction-writing-coaching). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/swatihegdeauthor/fiction-writing-coaching/gallery) From book signings at Higginbothams to workshops with students, this is where I show up to talk all things books, writing, and the messy reality of being a published author. ## Photos and videos - ![In conversation at an author event for my debut novel. I love discussing my books, the writing process, and connecting with readers in person.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0d3660c1-69dc-4add-8aa0-6aad1b1620bd) - ![Signing copies of "Match Me If You Can" at Higginbothams bookstore. It's always a surreal and wonderful experience to sign books for readers.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2bd3dc8b-2709-44c8-b5ef-4357aaab8cf1) - ![Signing books at a bookstore surrounded by stacks of books. This is the dream. I'm so grateful for every opportunity to connect with the reading community.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2bda50ff-a158-4078-b516-e2efe79d94af) - ![Giving a publishing workshop to MA English students. I'm passionate about sharing my knowledge and helping the next generation of writers navigate the industry.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/93986819-33be-477f-8401-7c5ab641ab80) - ![With my dear friend and fellow author, Anahita. The writing community is so important, and she was the first writing friend I ever met in real life.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/077e4136-db0e-44fe-a3c0-e5f6589478ba) - ![Celebrating my friend Anahita's debut YA romance novel. Supporting other authors is a huge part of my philosophy. We all rise together.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/455f7c0d-4637-433d-b782-6c7c27214016) - ![The dedication page in my book "As Long as You Loathe Me," which is for my friend Anahita. My writing community means the world to me.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fb727a65-eefe-4d62-9faa-7d597e618e90) - ![A photo from a January photo dump, signing books at a store. Attending lit fests and meeting author friends is one of the best parts of the job.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/358348ca-6372-4ff9-a1f8-08c392941157) - ![An announcement for a special podcast episode where I was a guest. I love talking about my books and the writing process on podcasts.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fdd5b485-8e2d-4963-b450-fefa25783859) - ![A behind-the-scenes look at a podcast recording session. I was interviewed about my debut novel, "Match Me If You Can."](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b19d12f3-df87-4a2f-b044-5ae2c334593e) - ![At an author event for a local book club. These intimate events are a great way to have in-depth conversations about my work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d6fdb5cb-eadf-4e46-84f8-180be7d37a6c) - [Video: Announcing an Instagram takeover for a literary book club. I love engaging with readers and answering their questions about writing and publishing.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cf4aa922-71b6-417d-a315-c8b6f7c45111) - ![An announcement for the Literary Fair 2.0, where I was a featured author. Events like these are a fantastic way to meet readers and other authors.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6c725f2b-511b-44b7-bac6-d4ac738b0b46) - ![A screenshot from an online author interview with The Read Along Community. I'm always happy to share what I've learned on my 7-year journey to publication.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2d5f38a8-f3ae-49d6-9abc-4fbefae3173b) - ![Posing with my book on a bestseller shelf. A proud moment from one of my bookstore visits.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c0d0deb9-5893-46c7-91e8-0b6d86060e73) - ![An announcement for an author interview on Google Meet. Virtual events allow me to connect with readers and writers from all over the world.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/36746c8d-5b21-462c-918d-b6493271480f) - ![A poster for the Literary Fair 2.0, featuring me and another author. I love being part of events that celebrate books and reading.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0d409534-70f5-4393-9214-0750c412ebf4) - ![On stage at a Book Fair event. Speaking about my books and my journey is one of my favorite things to do.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1a5784a0-a05a-4b2a-9992-410abc94a6f2) - ![Placing my book on a shelf at a bookstore. A simple but incredibly meaningful moment for any author.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/58a63192-94a6-4a58-a06c-1231cb2e5fdf) - ![An announcement for an exclusive interview feature. I'm always excited to share more about my writing process and my books.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/08485ce6-26a9-40be-bd49-8d7a104c6fd1) - ![An announcement for an author event at Atta Galatta bookstore in Bangalore. Local events are so special to me.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/aab86e4b-f872-46d0-ba0f-f82e83c9592b) - ![Another announcement for an exclusive feature. Getting press for my books is always a thrill and helps me reach new readers.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b4c47a9e-493a-47aa-a8f5-8de40ba3baa1) ## About In the Community: Events & Interviews Meeting readers and aspiring authors is the highlight of my job. Whether it is a deep dive into the publishing industry at a workshop or a casual chat at a lit fest, these conversations are where I share the real, unfiltered process of writing my books—and how you can navigate your own path to publication. I spent seven years and received over 400 rejections before my first novel, 'Match Me If You Can,' hit the shelves. That experience taught me that being an author is about more than just typing words on a page. It is about community, persistence, and learning how to handle the inevitable setbacks that come with creative work. When I speak at workshops or literary events in Bangalore and beyond, I do not sugarcoat the industry. I talk about the grind, the anxiety, and the actual mechanics of revision that agents and publishers look for. These appearances are an extension of my coaching philosophy. I want to help you skip some of the heartbreaks I went through. If you have caught me at a bookstore signing or a podcast recording, you know I love digging into the details. I am not interested in surface-level advice. I want to help you figure out why your plot feels flat, how to make your query letter stand out, or simply how to keep going when you feel like quitting. If you are serious about writing your own manuscript and want a mentor who has been exactly where you are, let us talk about how we can get your book ready for the world. ## About Swati Hegde I am Swati, a Bangalore-based author who loves a good matcha latte as much as a deep dive into character arcs. When I am not writing desi romance, I am usually at a bookstore or a workshop, helping other writers find their own voice. 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