Q&A with Sahil Mehta – Author Interview

Sahil Mehta is an author unafraid to explore the emotional complexities of life, relationships and the moments that quietly shape who we become. In this exclusive Q&A, we sit down with Sahil to talk about the inspiration behind his writing, the themes woven throughout his work and how personal experiences have influenced his storytelling. Honest, thoughtful and refreshingly grounded, Sahil offers an insightful look into the mind behind the pages.

From love and heartbreak to ambition, identity and the causes we hold onto even when they begin to slip away, Love, Loss & Lost Causes is a book that speaks to real emotions in a deeply relatable way. Throughout our conversation, Sahil Mehta opens up about the creative process, the challenges of writing authentically and what he hopes readers will take away from his work. Whether you’re already familiar with his writing or discovering him for the first time, this interview offers a genuine glimpse into both the author and the stories he wants to tell.

About The Author

Tell us more about you.

I grew up in India and moved to the US when I was eighteen.

What are the three items you’d take on a deserted island?

• Wine
• Chocolate
• Books

Who is your biggest role model?

Nelson Mandela

What is your favourite book and who is your favourite author?

Angle of Repose by Wallace Stegner; Colm Toibin

Do you prefer e-books, physical books or audiobook?

Physical books

Is writing your full-time profession or a hobby?

I used to work as a textbook editor/writer, K-5 math textbooks. I work full-time in hospitality now, working as a server and a bartender, so I can write during the daytime.

What social media platform do you like and use the most?

Links to my socials:

Your Writing Process

How do you go about starting a new novel?

I have an idea, but I don’t outline or plot out the chapters. The story evolves as I write and the characters tell me who they want to be and what they want to do.

Where do you like to write?

Cafes, bars, in bed, on the train… when the inspiration strikes, it’s hard not to write. Recently, I woke up in the middle of the night with a fully-formed poem in my head.

What do you like most about writing?

I think it allows me to see the world as different people might, and this allows for greater empathy and sympathy in real life.

What do you find stops you from writing more?

Time, mostly, but sometimes when I feel stuck, I find distractions to avoid writing. Rejections can also be hard on your confidence.

What genres do you like to write and why?

Almost exclusively literary fiction, because that is what I like to read myself. I’ve tried my hand at poetry, but I’m not sure I’m any good at it.

What’s one piece of advice you’d give to aspiring writers?

Don’t give up. It is hard, it is solitary, but it is a gift. You are creating beauty in a world that is so troubled and could use more of it.

Showcase Your Book!

How many books have you written and if more than one, what’s your favourite?

Love, Loss, and Lost Causes is not only my first book, it is also the first thing I ever wrote!

How long did Love, Loss, and Lost Causes take you to write?

About 3 years altogether.

Lastly, what is your favourite thing about being an author?

You’ll never be bored as an author, the world is your muse, and you don’t need much in terms of specialized equipment, maybe just a pen and paper.

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