Born in the state of Maharashtra, India, Anju Desai’s journey into the world of storytelling and cultural celebration began early. As a young editor for her school magazine, she discovered a passion for creative expression through writing and art. Despite facing personal challenges Anju found resilience through the support of friends and family, especially her son. She reclaimed her life, celebrated freedom and accepted the changes that came her way wholeheartedly.
Anju’s diverse background includes contributions to local newspapers in India, hosting radio talk shows, and writing poetry to express her creative feelings, which was also a big part of her school life. She continued to share her thoughts through writing.
Growing up in an Ayurvedic household where food was a ritual and knowledge was as essential as breathing, she believes strongly in inner health and cleaner living. Her holistic approach to life influences her upcoming books on healing spices and holistic living, her personal transformation into understanding her heritage deeply, and her culinary expression will be presented through her well-thought-out books written from her grandmother’s recipes.
Now based in Auckland, New Zealand, Anju is dedicated to sharing her stories and insights with the world. Through her work, speeches and books, she aims to inspire others to embrace wellness, cultural diversity, and personal growth.
Organising events in New Zealand and connecting multicultural people for festivals shaped her thoughts and gave her a new beginning to share her knowledge through writing.
Connect with Anju to explore her latest projects and ventures, which will guide you on simple pathways to create a better life.
