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Author Talk: Dheepa R. Maturi, author of 108: An Eco-Thriller

Jul 17, 2025

108 is a pulse-pounding eco-thriller that blends science, mysticism and the urgency of environmental justice in an unforgettable race to save humanity. In this interview, Dheepa R. Maturi explains her inspiration for writing the book, which is her debut novel, and what makes it unique; mentions some of her favorite environment-themed books; shares resources for those wanting to learn more about 108’s subject matter; and reveals what’s next for her.

—Dr. Sue Morter, author of the bestseller THE ENERGY CODES: The 7-Step System to Awaken Your Spirit, Heal Your Body, and Live Your Best Life

—L.L. Barkat, author of EARTH TO POETRY: A 30-Days, 30-Poems Earth, Self & Other Care Challenge

—Harini Nagendra, professor of ecology, public speaker on nature and sustainability, and author of NATURE IN THE CITY: Bengaluru in the Past, Present, and Future and THE BANGALORE DETECTIVES CLUB

—Sarah Layden, author of IMAGINE YOUR LIFE LIKE THIS and TRIP THROUGH YOUR WIRES

—Michael Decter, author of THE FULCRUM

—Barbara Shoup, author of ABOUT GRACE and A COMMOTION IN YOUR HEART: Notes on Writing and Life

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June 30, 2025

There is something about the summer that allows me to get a lot of books read. How can I possibly have more time in the summer than I do in the winter? Well, I do save time watering the house plants as they are all outside being watered by the sprinkler system, but I am trying to figure out what else lends itself to more reading time. I seem to have no problem reading beside the pool, or in the pool. I feel like there are fewer distractions. I can even tune out the birds, the squirrels and the chipmunks! There is just a calm that moves over the summer that lets me unwind.

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