Priya Singh
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| Born | 30 August 2000 (age 24) Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, India |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation | Poet, Novelist, Lyricist, Screenwriter |
| Known for | The Snowfall of December, Babydoll |
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Priya Singh (born 30 August 2000) is an Indian poet, novelist, lyricist, and screenwriter. She gained prominence with her song The Snowfall of December, which was produced in the UK and reached the Top 16 on the London iTunes chart.[1] Singh has written over 20 poetic fictions, and her works have been translated into several languages.
Early life and education
Priya Singh was born in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, into a family of professors. She completed her schooling at SJS Public School, Lalganj, where she began developing an interest in poetry. While in Class 10, she authored her first poetry book.
She earned her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in English Literature from Dr. Shakuntala Mishra National Rehabilitation University (DSMNRU), Lucknow. During her postgraduation, she was awarded a silver medal by the Governor for academic excellence. Her achievements were also highlighted by , which noted her as a university topper and recognized her literary contributions alongside her academic success.
She later pursued a course in screenwriting from AAFT University, Noida.[2]
Career
Priya Singh is a member of the Indian Performing Right Society (IPRS), Mumbai. Her song The Snowfall of December earned national acclaim and was titled Best Christmas Song of the Year by various platforms.[3]
Her literary works have been featured in international platforms, and some have been selected for screen adaptations. Singh’s novel Babydoll is noted for its feminist themes and is being adapted for the screen by Ukiyoto Publishing.[4] She is also known for writing in a unique “mirror-style” format.
Awards and Recognition
Priya Singh has received several accolades for her contributions to literature and songwriting:
- International Poetry Digest Award (Honoring top poets from the world)
- Poets Yearbook Award (USA)
- Youngest Poet of the Year Award (Bangkok)
- Eminence Excellence Award (Dubai)
- Award for the Contribution at International Level
- Green Education Excellence Award
- Miss World of GEE – Season 1
- Best Poetic Fiction Writer of the Year (Awarded by Former Chief Justice of India)
- JAI Global Award (by Journalist Association of India)
- Feminist Author of the Year
- My Teacher My Lifeline (Best Book of the Year by Ukiyoto, featured in international literary carnival & translated in French, Russian & Spanish)
- Speaker at National & International seminar [5]
Books
| Title | Genre | Year | Notes | Link |
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| I Found My Love | Romance | 2021 | A heartfelt journey of discovering true love | Amazon |
| Veer Naris are India’s Heart | Poetry / Social Awareness | 2021 | Tribute to army wives and veer naris | Google Books |
| Love Overshadowed The Ego | Romance Fiction | 2021 | Explores the complexities of love and ego | Flipkart |
| Between You & I | Romance | 2022 | A poetic romantic fiction | Flipkart |
| Love Between an IAS Officer & Beauty Queen | Romantic Fiction | 2022 | A story of ambition and love | |
| I Am Still Pure | Social satire | 2022 | Reflection of Indian stereotypes | Amazon |
| My World’s Best Teacher | Inspirational Fiction | 2023 | Dedicated to her guiding light Mr. Ojaank Shukla | Amazon |
| My Teacher My Lifeline (Rose’s Sonnets) | Inspirational Fiction | 2023 | Dedicated to her guiding light Mr. Ojaank Shukla | Amazon |
| Babydoll (Beyond the Veil of Morality) | Feminist Fiction | 2025 | Feminist fiction | Amazon |
| Waiting for the Sleeping Beauty | Romantic Fiction | 2025 | Conscious love | Amazon |
| The Riding Beauty (Love in the Air) | Romance | 2025 | Love story set in travel adventures | Amazon |
| Poet’s Favourite (Poetic Freedom) | Poetry Anthology | 2025 | Collection of poetic expressions | Amazon |
Literary Style
Priya Singh is known for her mirror-style writing, which allows poems to be read in both directions. Her writing blends traditional Indian themes with modern social commentary.[6]
References
- ↑ https://www.ahmedabadmirror.com/priya-singhs-indo---western-fusion-creates-sensation-at-vr4pr-poetic-event/81874568.html
- ↑ Priya Singh: Ode to Mr. Ojaank – An Insight into “My Teacher’s Lap, My Heaven” . In Fox Story India (4 September 2024) . Retrieved 17 June 2025
- ↑ https://www.aninews.in/news/business/indo-western-fusion-shines-at-vr4prs-poetic-event-in-meerut20240828125133/
- ↑ https://www.jagran.com/uttar-pradesh/lucknow-city-lyricist-priya-singh-from-raebareli-book-i-found-my-love-received-a-contract-from-london-olympia-publishers-sent-offer-21391431.html
- ↑ https://www.jagran.com/uttar-pradesh/raebareli-priya-singh-book-22479218.html
- ↑ https://www.jagran.com/uttar-pradesh/lucknow-city-raebareli-priya-english-song-the-snowfall-of-december-released-in-europe-jagran-special-21219369.html