An evening with Arathi Menon.

We’re thrilled to welcome Arathi Menon for a special Live Q&A at Queer Lit, where she’ll be diving into the heart of her thought‑provoking new book, Da.

‘A beautifully cut gem of a novel. Ved’s unforgettable voice makes this story come to life in so many funny, moving and unexpected ways.’ - Mahesh Rao, Author of 'Half Light'

Arathi will be joined by Isabelle Kenyon—publisher, founder of Fly on the Wall Press, as our chair for the evening—who will guide the conversation and help unpack the rich themes woven throughout the book.

This is a story of love between a father and a son.

Inquisitive 13-year-old Ved’s entire universe is his adoptive father, Da. From cooking him the perfect biryani, to helping him navigate his first school dance and his first girlfriend, Da lets Ved be himself.