[box]Some of the featured personalities of 2011 share their thoughts on Spark and convey their good wishes on the second anniversary.[/box]
“There are very few ‘magazines’ – ‘real’ or ‘virtual’, print or electronic – that live up to their name. Spark is one that does, it’s lively, interesting, varied, and spirited – and it’s serious. For me, there’s always something that ‘sparks’ my interest and I’m sure will continue to do so well into the future. Two years is a great age, and more is even better!” – Urvashi Butalia, Director, Zubaan Books
“My best wishes to you all on this happy occasion of celebrating the second anniversary of the magazine.” – Sivasankari Chandrasekharan, eminent Tamil Writer and Author of the ‘Knit India Through Literature’ project
“It feels fantastic to have come across Spark – the online literary magazine. It is young, vibrant, smart and convenient with entertaining information. My favourites have been the ‘Fiction’ and the ‘Book review’ sections! I love the touch of creativity that comes across in whatever you guys come up with. Kudos to the entire team at Spark for spreading the positive vibes. . . Keep it going. All the very best!” – RJ Pavitra, Senior Producer and Radio Presenter, Radio One FM, Bangalore
“Spark is a well conceptualised magazine, with an interesting range of features and articles. I wish all the very best to Anupama and her team for the new year. May her tribe prosper!” – Amish Tripathi, Author of ‘The Immortals of Meluha’ and ‘The Secret of the Nagas’
“Congratulations, Spark, on your second anniversary. It must be exciting to look back on the dreams and the hard work that went into conceptualising and realising your stylish magazine. From the interview questions you posed to me about Out of Print, I sense that your success lies in the combination of thoughtfulness and interest that go into your work. Bravo! Look forward to more.” – Indira Chandrasekhar, Editor, Out of Print
“I am absolutely delighted that Spark completes its second year in January 2012. On your cotton anniversary, I can only wish for you that you shall continue to sparkle and that cotton shall soon turn into silver and gold. It was the irrepressible Robin Williams who once commented “You’re only given a little ‘spark’ of madness. You mustn’t lose it.” This is my only advice to Spark, to its editor Anupama, and to the entire team of this terrific journal. Sparkle away!” – Ashwin Sanghi, Author of ‘The Rozabal Line’ and ‘Chanakya’s Chant’
” Spark does not focus on just one form of creative expression- there’s writing, photography, art and so much more, all just a click away. I think it is awesome, the work you are doing, Anupama and team, bringing the works of both upcoming artists/writers as well as established names. All the best for your third year on the Web!” – Oormila Vijaykrishnan Prahlad, Cartoonist
“I prefer reading Spark like a (digital) magazine, love the concept! It’s easy to navigate, easy on the eye too. Spark sparkles but gently, I actually find it relaxing and enjoy the versatility, the photographs, the articles and featured people the most.” – Indian Homemaker, popular blogger.
“It takes great initiative and the right spark to spread a good idea – I think we have the right SPARK now… Cheers to the great Initiative!” – Karthik Kumar, Film and theatre actor, Director, Evam and Sideways Training
“It has been a pleasure to have been interviewed by Anupama Krishnakumar, the editor of Spark, for the April 2011 issue. Spark is a magazine that covers topical issues and areas of interest. It is a young magazine with passion and zest, ready to make large strides in the publishing world, which I am sure it will. My very best wishes.” – Abha Iyengar, Writer and Poet
“Spark is a welcome new media voice and a delightful read. A great place to turn for insightful takes on art, culture, politics and quite a lot more. I’m confident we’ll be hearing more from them in the coming years! Congratulations on the anniversary and best of luck!” – Mallika Dutt, President&CEO, Breakthrough
“Spark is an elegantly put together culture magazine with many fine features and interviews. Apart from the content, I like the neat, reader-friendly display and the obvious care that has gone into designing it just like a mainstream print publication. I was also impressed by the thoughtfulness and relevance of the questions they asked when they did an interview with me. Look forward to seeing more good work from them in the coming year!” – Jai Arjun Singh, Freelance writer and Journalist, Author of ‘Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro’ and Editor of the Anthology, ‘The Popcorn Essayists: What movies do to writers.’
“Congratulations on completing two wonderful years of ‘sparking’ the interest of many readers through your articles. You have been so natural and true to your heart in your journey of trying to bring a positive change to the world. May you sparkle for ever like the stars in the heavens.” – Usha Shantaram, Artist
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