Our Story

In 2020, Aakriti and Pranika, two friends united by a love for stories, launched Saga Fiction, an app that fostered a thriving community of readers. They saw a world brimming with untold narratives and aspiring authors, and their vision expanded. Saga Fiction evolved into a traditional publishing house, championing new voices and authors. Alongside this, they launched a vanity press imprint that offered a comprehensive suite of publishing services to empower authors.

This vision led to the birth of The Bombay Circle Press. The name, “The Bombay Circle Press” is a tribute to the vibrant culture and history of Mumbai (formerly known as Bombay), a city that pulsates with creativity and storytelling. The founders envisioned their brand embodying the city’s spirit – a place where ideas, adventures, and cultures converge. The “Circle” symbolises the complete storytelling cycle, from the spark of an idea to its journey into the hands and hearts of readers.

The Bombay Circle Press is a comprehensive publishing house offering a suite of services. The brand welcomes authors from all walks of life and backgrounds. They are creating a community of authors and readers alike. The Bombay Circle Press takes words and turns them into adventures, dreams, and emotions that spark readers’ imaginations. The name itself is an invitation – a chance to explore the world of storytelling.

Our Values

Inclusivity

Inclusivity

The Bombay Circle Press celebrates diversity and strives to amplify diverse voices and perspectives through our publications. Inclusivity is at the heart of everything we do, from the stories they curate to the authors they support.

Creativity

Creativity

The brand values creativity in all its forms, from imaginative storytelling to innovative publishing solutions. It encourages creativity among our team, authors, and community, fostering a culture of exploration and expression.

Passion for Storytelling

Passion for Storytelling

The passion for storytelling fuels the dedication to bring captivating narratives to life. The Bombay Circle Press believes in the transformative power of stories to inspire, entertain, & provoke thought, & is committed to sharing these stories with the world.

To build a global reading community and empower authors to share their stories with the world.

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Our Founders

Co-Founder and CEO

Aakriti Patni

Aakriti Patni began her career with a strong foundation in media and communications. After earning a master’s degree in journalism from City, University of London, she embarked on a fulfilling career as a reporter for esteemed newspapers and magazines, including The Afternoon Courier & Dispatch and Vogue India. These experiences provided her with a comprehensive understanding of the media landscape and honed her storytelling skills.

Transitioning to a new phase in her career, Aakriti joined her family’s investment office, RAAY Global Investments in India, where she assumed a pivotal role within RAAY Media, a subsidiary of RAAY Global. Here, she leveraged her expertise to lead strategic investments and initiatives within the media and entertainment sectors. Aakriti played a key role in the production of notable projects, such as the multi-language film Poorna, and went on to establish The Bombay Circle Press (formerly Saga Fiction), a new-age publishing house under RAAY Media’s umbrella.

With a keen eye for innovation and a passion for creativity, Aakriti has been instrumental in expanding RAAY Media’s presence in the industry. Through The Bombay Circle Press, she continues to redefine storytelling in the digital age, empowering writers and captivating audiences worldwide.

Co-Founder and Editor-in-Chief

Pranika Sharma

Pranika Sharma is a literary dynamo with a master’s degree in creative writing from Loughborough University, U.K. Her career began with freelance editing and stints at The Afternoon Dispatch & Courier, eventually leading to roles at Penguin Random House and Harper Collins, where she refined her editorial expertise and gained invaluable insights into the craft of storytelling.

Her passion for literature goes beyond words on a page; it extends to the entire publishing process. She apprenticed at her family’s offset printing press, Sharma Fine Arts, where she gained hands-on experience in production and distribution, mastering the nuances of paper quality and understanding how content and presentation work in harmony.

As a co-founder of The Bombay Circle Press (formerly Saga Fiction), Pranika brings her deep industry knowledge and editorial finesse to every project. Her work, including co-authoring the memoir Raj Kapoor: The Master at Work, showcases her ability to craft narratives that resonate widely, ensuring every publication under The Bombay Circle Press banner is nothing short of exceptional.