Arya Karwa (17) is a resident of Delhi and studies in Grade 12 at Woodstock School, Mussoorie. Blackout is his first novel and was inspired by his love for reading novels, especially of the action-thriller genre. It took him over a year and a half to finish the book. Arya loves playing videogames, football (he's a Manchester United fan) and spending time with his golden retriever, Cooper. When he isn't doing any of these things, he can be found playing the piano or lounging around on the couch, binge-watching popular TV shows. One can connect with him on Instagram at @aryakarwa or on his website www.aryakarwa.com.