During the concluding day of the literature festival 'Sahitya Aaj Tak' in Lucknow, a session titled 'Hindi Fiction Writing and Youth Preferences' featured discussions by young fiction writers Neelotpal Mrinal and Divya Prakash Dubey. Both authors engaged the audience with a humorous take on the relationship between fiction writing and the interests of contemporary youth, highlighting the creative processes behind their works.

Neelotpal Mrinal emphasized that there is no formula for writing a book; rather, it requires constant practice. Drawing an analogy, he remarked that just like one cannot learn to prepare a dish merely by tasting it at a renowned restaurant, aspiring writers should not expect that reading a plethora of novels will teach them how to write one. He urged the audience to explore diverse sources of knowledge, suggesting that they read history, politics, foreign policy, and world business to enrich their thinking and enhance their ability to craft compelling fiction.

Mrinal declared that reading non-fiction is vital as it serves as fuel for a writer's imagination. By gaining insights into various subjects, writers can cultivate their creativity and develop unique narratives that resonate with their readers. This message resonated with the young audience, as it challenged them to think beyond the conventional understanding of writing, inspiring them to pursue a more holistic approach to literature.