To mark the launch of Batabyal’s debut novel The Price You Pay, Harper Collins hosted an evening of readings, discussions and music at the Delhi Press Club. The author read a short passage from the novel, which was followed by a lively discussion with Arunava Sinha. Vikram Seth stepped up to formally unfurl the book, and the event closed with a harp and cello recital and drinks.

Somnath then did the rounds of the Delhi, signing copies of his book in Full Circle (GK and Khan Market) and Midland Bookshop, Haus Khas, Bahrisons Bookstore in Khan Market and Saket.