Aditya Banerjee is an award-winning, best-selling author known for his gripping mysteries and historical fiction. As the creator of Detective Shankar Sen, he has crafted some of the most engaging and thought-provoking crime thrillers of recent years. His novels, including Broken Dreams, Stolen Legacies, Death in The Walled City, and A Poet’s Ballad, have captivated readers with their intricate plots, compelling characters, and richly detailed settings.
Having grown up in India and later moving to Canada in the nineties, Banerjee brings a global perspective to his storytelling. A graduate of McGill University in Montreal and Manipal Institute of Technology in India, he is a history buff whose passion for research adds authenticity to his narratives. His works transport readers through different eras, blending suspense with cultural richness, making them a must-read for lovers of the genre.
What Inspires Him?
Aditya’s stories are a mix of imagination, history, and research. He doesn’t just write to entertain—his books take readers back in time, showing them the social and cultural world of different periods.
Whether it’s solving a crime or uncovering hidden truths, his books keep readers hooked from start to finish.
The Writing Process
Writing a book is no easy task. Aditya spends nearly a year on each one, carefully building the plot, shaping his characters, and making sure every detail feels real. His stories are well-researched and packed with twists that keep readers guessing.
A Master of the Craft
Aditya’s books do more than just tell a good story. They paint a vivid picture of India’s past, showing how people lived, thought, and interacted. His mysteries keep readers on their toes while also giving them a glimpse into history. The mix of suspense and cultural depth is what makes his work stand out.
Achievements and Recognition
Aditya’s books have been widely appreciated. His novel A Poet’s Ballad became a bestseller on Amazon India and won the Sahitya Sparsh Award 2025 for Mystery. It was also named Literary Insider Book of the Year 2024 and was featured in Prairies Book Review, which called it “A precise and engaging mystery.” Writer Today, a popular literature news platform, praised it as an “Enthralling narrative, richly detailed.”
Other books have also received great reviews:
- Death in the Walled City has been nominated for the Sahitya Sparsh Award 2026 and was featured in Booklife Report and Publishers Weekly, which called it “Intriguing, atmospheric, and often unpredictable.“
- Stolen Legacies was praised by Prairies Book Review as “Engrossing and arresting.”
- Broken Dreams was featured in Publishers Weekly, which noted, “Assured plotting matches strong characterization, and Banerjee vividly recreates the life of the town. Readers are sure to welcome the sequel.”
The Road Ahead: More Mysteries, More Masterpieces.
Aditya isn’t slowing down. He has six more books in the works—three mysteries and three historical fiction novels. Fans of his writing have a lot to look forward to!
The Stories That Keep Readers Hooked
If you enjoy a good mystery with rich storytelling, Aditya Banerjee’s books are worth picking up. Whether you’re a longtime fan of crime fiction or someone looking for a book that’s both thrilling and insightful, his stories will keep you hooked.
With his unique mix of suspense and historical depth, Aditya has carved a space for himself in the literary world. And with more books on the way, there’s no doubt that his work will continue to captivate readers for years to come.
Connect with Aditya
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