Ecological preservation and empowerment at the heart of Dheepa Matur’s ‘108’

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) –Local author Dheepa Maturi has released her debut novel, “108,” a climate thriller that explores themes of ecological preservation and individual empowerment.

Maturi’s novel centers around an Indian American woman who discovers she has an ancient ability to prevent a global ecological collapse.

The author aims to offer a more hopeful perspective on climate change, emphasizing the significance of individual and collective efforts.

“I wanted to put a more hopeful climate thriller into the world,” Maturi explained. “I was worried that there was a lot of despairing stories out there and I just really wanted to put a story out there that showed that our individual efforts really matter and our collective efforts can really make a difference.”

Maturi’s journey to becoming an author began after a career in law, business and the nonprofit sector. Despite her professional path, she always felt a calling to write.

The inspiration for her environmental themes came from her children, who encouraged her to explore nature more deeply. “I was kind of a homebody as a kid,” Maturi shared, “and when I had my kids, it was so strange because they loved being outside.”

Maturi describes her writing process as a mix of planning and intuition. Although she initially tried to follow a structured outline, she found herself needing to adapt and change course as she wrote.

The book “108” is available for purchase both online and in stores, making it accessible to a wide audience.

Maturi’s debut novel not only marks her entry into the literary world but also contributes to the ongoing conversation about climate change and ecological responsibility. Her story encourages readers to recognize their potential impact on the environment.