My husband's petition at Change.org was reinstated after posting an article on Linkedin - Yay!

 Do read the following article and post your views in the "Comments Section" here. Thanks. 

Priya Swaminathan

 

Proprietor, Priya's Vision Academy

August 16, 2025

Blatant Plagiarism and Willful Intellectual Copyright Infringement of my original book by the makers of a film.

The case is not sub-judice. Has not gone to trial. I haven't yet filed a case. Anyone may report it as on date.

The bane of all hard-working, sincere and original content writers is plagiarism. Lazy, corrupt and unscrupulous people steal the 'Fruits of Labor' of such writers to make a fast buck. The original writer is literally left out in the cold, robbed of their credit, legally rightful remuneration and royalties.

My book has been the victim of such plagiarists too! It has been made into a film that has been a huge commercial success.

Despite all the correspondence with those who are guilty/those who have been aiding and abetting the serious crime, they maintain that they aren't guilty. They have however, admitted that the plot is similar! Obviously, plagiarists and their associates won't ever admit to their crime as they would lose face in society. None of the websites or the offenders have as yet responded to my Take Down Notice to them, regarding removal of the Infringing Film. So it's amazing (and thought-provoking!) about how all the social media platforms have instantaneously acquiesced to the request of the offenders to remove my report that states the truth! This action too, would amount to aiding and abetting the serious crime of Willful Copyright Infringement. So let them be aware!

Thankfully, LinkedIn has seen the light of truth shining brightly and posted the article. It's hurtful that I have got so few 'true' supporters/friends here as none of them has signed the petition regarding Blatant Plagiarism and Willful Intellectual Copyright Infringement of my original book by the makers of a film; on Change.org. I had posted that link in a post on LinkedIn.

The link is: https://www.change.org/p/justice-for-self-published-independent-authors-against-plagiarism-of-their-books

I really hope and pray that people realize the gravity of this issue and support my cause, as tomorrow, God Forbid; anyone could be in my shoes!

It's hilarious that they don't even know the meaning of the word 'sub-judice' as they are working overtime to hide their tracks (read crime!) by asking all social media platforms/websites to remove my report on this crime by telling them that the matter is sub-judice.

Well, the matter is not yet sub-judice as I haven't yet filed the case and am still working on it.

So I earnestly request all the social media platforms and websites, including LinkedIn, Change.org, Facebook, etc. who have been listening to their ignorant and self-serving claims about the matter being sub-judice, and deleting this important report that also concerns the safety of all self-publishing independent authors' books; to kindly immediately reinstate my report so that the public is made aware of their shenanigans.

I have sent a Cease and Desist Notice to them on 1st February, 2025 and have been corresponding with them, but haven't yet filed a case, so I repeat that as the case has not been filed as on date; it is 'NOT SUB-JUDICE.'

Hope this clears the air on this important issue.

Mrs. Priya Ramesh Swaminathan

Author, The Trophy Wife, published on Amazon

Paperback: 3rd June, 2019

E-book: 29th September, 2019

 

My husband's petition at Change.org removed at the behest of the proposed Defendants in my plagiarism case

World Organ Donation Day - 13th August - Kindly Take a Pledge to Save Precious Lives!

 

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          Even as I write this post, several patients all over the world, suffering from ailments that need immediate organ transplants; desperately await suitable and willing donors! Often their immediate relatives or close friends step in to do the needful and save their precious lives. If their blood groups don't match, they swap organs with other families that have persons needing transplants. Yet, there are innumerable others who languish in hospitals or at home, waiting for the good news that someone has finally taken a call to donate his/her/their organs for the greater good. Listened to reason and their conscience!

          We have all read heartwarming reports of strangers donating their organs or families of accident victims/surgeries who have not survived; agreeing to donate the organs of their beloved, deceased relatives to others in need. Those who receive this timely and invaluable aid are forever indebted to the largesse of the donors! Counselors in hospitals, along with doctors and other paramedical staff counsel such families to donate the organs of their deceased relatives.

          There are several NGOs that aid this process too. Yet the numbers of persons opting for organ donation are too small and woefully insufficient. The reason could be that people are unwilling to pledge their organs for donation due to fear of disfigurement, religious beliefs, ignorance or sheer apathy!

          Therefore, days such as the World Organ Donation Day observed on the 13th of August; serve as an important and essential reminder to the global population that organs are gifts of life that we could pledge for ensuring that others live a long and healthy life!

          Some organs like kidneys or portions of liver or even stem cells could be donated even while we are alive, whereas the other organs like eyes, brain, heart, lungs, pancreas, spleen, portions of the intestines, skin, etc. could be pledged towards this noble cause so that even after we are no more, we could live in this world through the others who have benefited by our initiative.

          Our family of three, my mother-in-law, husband and I had decided to go a step further and donate our bodies after death. Dehadaan - the ultimate gift to humanity, is our ultimate goal! But when my mother-in-law passed away due to a heart attack, during the pandemic, the hospital refused to accept her body or organs for donation, saying that due to the COVID situation, body or organ-donation was not being accepted. This, despite the fact that she died of natural causes due to a ripe old age (91 years) and not COVID! What a waste of her undoubtedly healthy organs!

 

          Now my husband and I continue with our decision...

          Since I have been Crusading against my Ex-employer, the Life Insurance Corporation of India; for Illegal and Arbitrary Repudiation of my Wage Revision Arrears and for Non-receipt of Revised (Difference between Revised and Earlier Applicable) Statutory Retirement Benefits like Pension and Provident Fund; as well as for Justice to all such similarly placed, Resigning Ex-employees; I have linked my Cause with my Pledge for Dehadaan.

          I will fill the form pledging for Dehadaan/Organ Donation, after all of us get our legally rightful dues from the Corporation. In case of my earlier demise, my family will either donate my body for medical research or donate all my organs/tissues/skin to either my chosen hospital or the nearest hospital and fulfill my wish. I have ensured that all my near and dear ones are aware of my wish so that my pledge doesn't go in vain. 

          I appeal to all those who read this blog to consider Dehadaan or at least Organ Donation so that their precious life-saving organs could be used after death. Why waste them in a burial ground or cemetery when someone could live longer, after receiving them?

          Let's receive good wishes, blessings and gratitude. Please sign up for this noble cause and motivate others too! It's never too late!

         The copyright of this write-up is with Mrs. Priya Ramesh Swaminathan.

Chikoo Series - 3 Children's Books by Priya Ramesh Swaminathan

 

Do read the 3 children's books from the Chikoo Series penned by me.

Heartwarming stories of childhood innocence, pranks and fun! The first 2 books in this series have got a 5 star rating at Amazon.in.

The copyright of these 3 books is with Mrs. Priya Ramesh Swaminathan.

Dada J. P. Vaswani - 107th Birthday Celebration (Jashan) of an Enlightened Soul!

         On this sacred occasion, we humbly pay our respects to the great soul who was truly an apostle of peace and unity. True to his name, Jashan, his life was a celebration of all the noble things of life, Service, sacrifice, humility, purity, genuineness and goodness! We were blessed to have heard his speeches, discourses and been in his divine presence on several occasions.

        As a student, I had even visited him in his tiny and pristine room in the precincts of the Sadhu Vaswani Mission complex. I was impressed by how he lived so modestly, without any pretense and with hardly any worldly belongings!  He spoke with a twinkle in his eye and was very sweet and polite in his manner. 

        We had heard of an interesting and illuminating anecdote related to him. Once, one of his followers gifted him a shawl. Immediately, he gave it away, saying that he already had one and that it was more than enough for him. 

        

        Even his soul was devoid of any baggage of negative virtues. He embodied simplicity and selfless service in all that he did. He proved that true religion was meant to be lived and not just talked about! Thus he was a true successor of his mentor and founder of the Mission, Sadhu T.L. Vaswani; in letter and spirit.

     

        We pray to the Almighty that his blessed soul rests in eternal peace and his teachings continue to inspire and motivate us to lead enriched lives!

     

        Dear Dada, we will observe the moment of calm today at 2 p.m. on the occasion of your birthday and pray for universal brotherhood, peace and forgiveness.

      

        Your legacy will always live on in our hearts!

                                                                             

                                                                            Mrs. Priya Ramesh Swaminathan

                                                                       Ex-student of St. Mira's High School 

Courtesy: pro@sadhuvaswani.org 

Here's a poem that I had written when he was here:

Beacon of Love

With your innocent smile

Without any guile,

You spread the gospel of love, harmony and peace

Far and wide,

With friends and supporters by your side!

         You are the light-house which guides many

          In the stormy sea of life.

Your life you live, one of service and sacrifice

Without hatred or malice.

Your sincerity of purpose

We admire, appreciate and try to emulate!

          On this pious day, your birthday,

          We felicitate and wish you, Dada J.P. Vaswani,

          The harbinger of universal brotherhood,

          Who follows his Guru, Sadhu T.L. Vaswanis’s teachings,

          More than anyone could!

May you have many more,

To guide us as always

From your heart’s core!

The copyright of this poem is with Mrs. Priya Ramesh Swaminathan.

Another excerpt - Shadows in the dark - Enigmatic thriller!

 (Recd. a 5 star rating at amazon.in. Do read the review at the end of this post.)

Its e-book will be available for just $ 2.99 at www.amazon.com till 30th July, 2025 under a Kindle Countdown Deal, at a whopping discount of 58%!

Do consider buying a copy. Enjoy reading it and post your invaluable review online at www.amazon.com. Your review will also be posted on this blog.☺

This collage has been created by Mrs. Priya Ramesh Swaminathan with the help of Canva.com. Thanks, Canva.com!

                                                                    An excerpt

               Suddenly a thump landed on his back. It was Shivani. “Hey, why are you quiet, man? Say something. Isn’t it beautiful here?” Himesh looked around at the gulmohar trees slowly wobbling by, in full bloom, a gorgeous whir of green and orange; and felt the cool breeze ruffling his hair.

               Shivani also looked very pretty in a cream tank top paired with black jeans. Her thick, shoulder-length hair blew around her face, making her look innocent and charming. Her lips had a hint of pale pink lip balm. Her eyes flashed brightly, further accentuated by an eye-liner. She had definitely dressed up to impress him!

               “Yes, very pretty,” he drawled meaningfully. She blushed delightedly. “Me or the scenery?” she asked coquettishly.

               “Both” he said, with a slight grin. Shivani fawned at him obviously. Probably she was making some headway with him! 

                                                            End of the excerpt

The copyright of this novel is with Mrs. Priya Ramesh Swaminathan.

Shadows in the Dark

by Priya Ramesh Swaminathan  | 1 July 2021

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Rajni

 5.0 out of 5 stars

  Mystery novel at its best

  Reviewed in India on 31 August 2021

Dear mystery aficionados! You are in for a treat! Author Priya Ramesh Swaminathan has concocted a tale of an anthropologist researcher and his two dedicated assistants. The other characters in the plot add to the suspense and strange things happening at the site. The author has played with words and adds her inimitable style to the setting of the story. So what are you waiting for? It's time to read and unravel the secrets to fully solve the mystery woven in this gripping novel. Best wishes to the author and the readers.

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Shadows in the dark - An excerpt

 (Recd. a 5 star rating at amazon.in. Do read the review at the end of this post.)

Its e-book will be available for just $ 2.99 at www.amazon.com till 30th July, 2025 under a Kindle Countdown Deal, at a whopping discount of 58%!

Do consider buying a copy. Enjoy reading it and post your invaluable review online at www.amazon.com. Your review will also be posted on this blog.☺

This collage has been created by Mrs. Priya Ramesh Swaminathan with the help of Canva.com. Thanks, Canva.com!

                                                                    An excerpt

               Defiantly, he threw back his head and countered “O.K. yes, so what?”

               “Couldn’t you have had the decency to at least inform me about your tryst instead of ditching me in this new place like this?”

               Now sheepish, he said “Well, I’m sorry, really sorry!  I hope you haven’t…”

               Smiling slyly she said “Don’t worry, your secret is safe.  But you’ll have to promise me one thing in return.”

              Warily, he eyed her haughty pose and wondered ‘what next?’

                                                            End of the excerpt

The copyright of this novel is with Mrs. Priya Ramesh Swaminathan.

Shadows in the Dark

by Priya Ramesh Swaminathan  | 1 July 2021

5.0 out of 5 stars 1

Kindle Edition

 

Free with Kindle Unlimited membership Learn More

Or ₹449 to buy

Top review from India

Rajni

 5.0 out of 5 stars

  Mystery novel at its best

  Reviewed in India on 31 August 2021

Dear mystery aficionados! You are in for a treat! Author Priya Ramesh Swaminathan has concocted a tale of an anthropologist researcher and his two dedicated assistants. The other characters in the plot add to the suspense and strange things happening at the site. The author has played with words and adds her inimitable style to the setting of the story. So what are you waiting for? It's time to read and unravel the secrets to fully solve the mystery woven in this gripping novel. Best wishes to the author and the readers.

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Shadows in the Dark - An enigmatic thriller! 5 star rating at Amazon.in

  (Recd. a 5 star rating at amazon.in. Do read the review at the end of this post.)

Its e-book will be available for just $ 2.99 at www.amazon.com from 23rd to 30th July, 2025 under a Kindle Countdown Deal, at a whopping discount of 58%!

Do consider buying a copy. Enjoy reading it and post your invaluable review online at www.amazon.com. Your review will also be posted on this blog.☺

E-book

Dear friends,

Often, the questions that niggle one are "Who am I? Where do I come from? Where do I go henceforth?"

Why these questions keep recurring in one's mind is beyond anyone! But when they do rear their heads regularly, the quest begins earnestly.

To find out more about the answers. To ensure peace. Not only with oneself but with one's milieu.

In this intriguing novel, Dr. Ajoy Mitra is one such troubled soul who is at great pains to unearth secrets. Of the past!

Caught willy-nilly in his life's mission are his clever protégés, Himesh and Shivani. And a host of other enigmatic characters!

Will they succeed in the mission?

Do purchase this suspenseful, thrilling e-book, read it and find out! In case you are a die-hard fan of a hard copy paperback, (Who isn't?), you could opt to purchase one so that you could keep reliving the excitement of reading this thriller all over again. And again...
And share your excitement with your friends too!

Your invaluable, online feedback is eagerly awaited. Your support is crucial and most welcome! Thanks in anticipation. 

Priya Ramesh Swaminathan

*****

 YOU COULD EVEN PERUSE MY OTHER 27 E-BOOKS (23 PAPERBACK VERSIONS TOO!). 

Thanks. Happy reading! Have a great day ahead!

Priya Ramesh Swaminathan

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                                   As if on cue, Himesh signalled a boatman who had been impatiently looking at them all the while, hoping for passengers.  As the boat touched the lowermost step of the ghat, Mira and Himesh raced down and hopped into the narrow canoe. Both were as excited as small children. When the boatman started laboriously rowing away from the shore, both revelled in the scenery around them. 

                                   Fascinated, they observed the ancient Mahakaleshwar temple slowly receding from sight, along with the ghats. Once in the middle of the river, they looked appreciatively at the hills and greenery all around them. The vast blue sky was reflected in the equally vast expanse of calm and clear water. The peaceful silence was overpowering. They too were under its spell, as they gazed alternately at the scenery and at each other. Only the rhythmic noise of the oars against the water, the slight puffing of the burly boatman and their heartbeats broke the spell.

                                     Himesh looked at Mira, devouring her trim figure clad in a long tribal-print skirt and plain white blouse, with her long and straight black hair pulled into a high ponytail that enhanced her high forehead and delicate cheekbones. Her no makeup look suited her. Her dark eyes now had a dreamy, far-away look. He felt like kissing her, but the grim boatman deterred him.

                                    Mira had also looked longingly at Himesh, appreciating his casual yet chic dressing style. He looked gorgeous in his navy blue jeans, sky-blue T-shirt and grey sneakers. As the breeze ruffled his thick hair, she longed to run her fingers through his hair too! But one look at the inscrutable boatman gave her jitters.

                                   Suddenly Himesh’s funny-bone peaked up. “Hey look, a crocodile!”

    End of the excerpt

The copyright of this book is with Mrs. Priya Ramesh Swaminathan.

Intrigued about Dr. Mitra and his quest? Do purchase a copy and read it to find about about what happens next! Please don't forget to post a review at the Amazon website. Thanks in anticipation. Priya

https://www.amazon.in/Shadows-Dark-Priya-Ramesh-Swaminathan-ebook/dp/B098JPZNL3/

 Shadows in the Dark

by Priya Ramesh Swaminathan  | 1 July 2021

5.0 out of 5 stars 1

Kindle Edition

 

Free with Kindle Unlimited membership Learn More

Or ₹449 to buy

Top review from India

Rajni

 5.0 out of 5 stars

  Mystery novel at its best

  Reviewed in India on 31 August 2021

Dear mystery aficionados! You are in for a treat! Author Priya Ramesh Swaminathan has concocted a tale of an anthropologist researcher and his two dedicated assistants. The other characters in the plot add to the suspense and strange things happening at the site. The author has played with words and adds her inimitable style to the setting of the story. So what are you waiting for? It's time to read and unravel the secrets to fully solve the mystery woven in this gripping novel. Best wishes to the author and the readers.

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