Authors’ Background: Author Pearl Vohra Bhatia is a dynamic woman
entrepreneur, passionate writer, and devoted mother, whose journey through
life has been marked by creativity, resilience, and an unwavering commitment
to her family. With over a decade of experience in Marketing, Pearl is now
running a successful E-Commerce platform for Indian Dentists. Her
entrepreneurial spirit is matched only by her love for storytelling, which she
embraces as a means to inspire others and foster connection!

Questionnaire :
The Literature Today: Your journey from marketing professional and
entrepreneur to published author is inspiring. What sparked the idea behind
“Unchained — A Journey Beyond Love?”

Pearl Vohra Bhatia: The idea behind “Unchained” was born during one of the most
turbulent phases of my life. Writing Unchained started as a form of therapy — a private act
of reclaiming my voice when everything around me seemed to silence it. I wanted to shed
light on the quiet battles so many women fight behind closed doors, who are expected to be
endlessly resilient. It’s more than just a story. It’s about identity, survival, awakening, and
ultimately, self-liberation.

The Literature Today: This novel speaks powerfully to the inner conflict
between the societal expectations and the personal truth. Was this a reflection of
your own experiences or purely fictional?

Pearl Vohra Bhatia: While Unchained is a work of fiction, it draws heavily from the
emotional truths I’ve lived and seen around through. Like all the females mentioned in the
book, I found myself and women around me torn between the life We were “supposed” to
live — the perfect image, the roles we were expected to fulfill — and the quiet, persistent
voice within that kept urging us to break free and be real.
Society often rewards women for endurance, silence, and self-sacrifice. But healing begins
when we choose authenticity over appearances, and truth over tradition. So in a way, it’s not
just a story — it’s a mirror. And I hope it reflects something meaningful for every reader
navigating their own version of that inner conflict.

The Literature Today: Earlier, you’ve written the title, ‘Recipe Book For New
Moms!’ How did the transition from a practical guide to a deeply emotional
novel come about?

Pearl Vohra Bhatia: Writing “Recipe Book for New Moms!” was very much rooted in
where I was at the time. It was a practical guide born out of my own trial-and-error journey
into motherhood — a way to support other women who, were looking for simple yet
nourishing recipes for their younger ones. After that, in 2022, I penned “Dooriyan – A
Romantic Voyage” inspired by a real story of a close friend. With Dooriyan, I found solace in
writing raw and real yet fictional. However, the passion for writing for kids was still there
and then came “Learning is fun with Wonder Mom” a bi-lingual poetry collection written for
my daughter. This transition is not planned; it is organic. As my own life shifted — so did my
writing. I no longer wanted to just share solutions. I wanted to share truth. Real, raw,
unfiltered truth. But yes I would keep writing for my young audience also.

The Literature Today: The title “Unchained” suggests a powerful act of
liberation. What does this title mean to you personally, and how did it emerge
during the writing process?

Pearl Vohra Bhatia: The title “Unchained” holds profound meaning for me — not just
as an author, but as a woman who had spent years silently carrying invisible chains.

The Literature Today: How did motherhood and running an e-commerce
business for dentists shape your perspective on the themes of sacrifice, identity,
and self-love explored in the novel?

Pearl Vohra Bhatia: Motherhood and running an e-commerce business for dentists are
two of the most demanding yet defining roles in my life — and they deeply shaped the
emotional undercurrents of Unchained.
As a mother, sacrifice becomes second nature — your sleep, time, body, even dreams often
take a backseat. And as an entrepreneur, especially in a niche like dental products where
precision and trust are everything, the pressure to perform, deliver, and stay relevant never
truly eases. I found myself constantly giving — to my child, to my business, to everyone else
— until I realized I had very little left for myself. That quiet depletion is something I poured
into the novel: the subtle erosion of self that comes not from grand tragedies, but from the
daily act of giving too much and asking too little in return.

In juggling these roles, I often asked myself: Who am I beyond the labels of mom, wife,
businesswoman? That question became central to the novel. Like the protagonist, I, too, had
to face the uncomfortable truth that my identity had become tied to what I did for others —
not who I truly was inside. The book became a space to explore that loss and the slow,
painful reclaiming of self.

Ironically, it was through the chaos of both parenting and entrepreneurship that I began to
understand self-love — not as indulgence, but as a lifeline. I realized that boundaries, rest,
saying no, and listening to my own needs weren’t acts of rebellion, but survival. That’s a
truth I wove into the story: that self-love isn’t selfish, it’s sacred. And sometimes, it’s the
most radical thing a woman can choose.
So yes, motherhood and business didn’t just influence the novel — they lived inside it. The
tension, the beauty, the burnout, the breakthroughs — they all shaped how Unchained
unfolded on the page.

The Literature Today: Was there a particular moment in your life where, like
your protagonist, you felt the need to choose yourself over expectations?

Pearl Vohra Bhatia: Yes — there was a defining moment that changed everything for
me. It wasn’t loud or dramatic, but it was deeply personal. I remember sitting alone one
evening, completely exhausted — not just physically, but emotionally and spiritually. I had
spent years trying to live up to everyone’s expectations: to be the dependable daughter, the
perfect partner, the supermom, the successful entrepreneur. From the outside, it looked like I
had it all together. But on the inside, I was quietly crumbling.
That night, I asked myself a question I had avoided for far too long: “What if I stopped trying
to be everything for everyone — and started being someone for myself?”

The Literature Today: You began writing as a form of personal journaling. At
what point did you realise your voice could inspire and empower other women?

Pearl Vohra Bhatia: In the beginning, writing was my private sanctuary. I started
journaling because I had no other space where I could be completely honest. But something
shifted when I began sharing small pieces of that writing — a blog post, a heartfelt caption,
or just a line scribbled in a WhatsApp message to a friend. Women started responding with
words like, “This is exactly how I feel but didn’t know how to say it,” or “Thank you for
putting this into words — I thought I was the only one.” That’s when it hit me: my voice
wasn’t just mine. It echoed the quiet struggles of so many women — women who, like me,
were balancing a hundred roles, hiding a thousand emotions, and longing to be seen beyond
their titles.

The Literature Today: As a woman entrepreneur, what parallels do you see
between building a business and writing a story of reinvention and resilience?

Pearl Vohra Bhatia: Parallels are everywhere.
Both require vision, vulnerability, and a whole lot of faith.
As a woman entrepreneur, especially in a niche like dental products, I had to start with a
vision that no one else could fully see yet. The same goes for writing a story of reinvention
— you begin with fragments: a feeling, a moment, a truth you can’t ignore. You don’t always
know how it’ll unfold, but you commit to the process anyway.
You face resistance — externally and within.
In business, people question your capabilities. You face market challenges, financial risks,
and moments of self-doubt. In writing — especially something as personal as Unchained —
the resistance is often emotional: Do I really want to share this? Will anyone understand?
What if I’m judged? Both journeys demand courage to keep showing up when the outcome
isn’t guaranteed.
You wear many hats and carry invisible weight.
As a woman, you’re not just the founder or the author — you’re often the caregiver, emotional
anchor, problem solver, and peacekeeper. Whether you’re running a business or writing a
book, the emotional labour runs deep. And yet, you keep going — because you believe in
what you’re building.
Most importantly, both are acts of reclaiming power.
Launching a business is about creating your own path, your own rules. Writing a story like
Unchained is about reclaiming your narrative — not the one society wrote for you, but the
one you choose to live by. In both cases, you’re not just surviving — you’re shaping
something meaningful from your struggle.
So yes, entrepreneurship and storytelling — especially as a woman — are both about
resilience, reinvention, and refusing to shrink in a world that constantly asks you to.

The Literature Today: What advice would you give to other women who feel
torn between their responsibilities and their personal dreams?

Pearl Vohra Bhatia: To every woman who feels torn between responsibilities and
personal dreams — I see you. I’ve been you. And here’s what I want you to know:
Your dreams are not a betrayal of your responsibilities.
You can be a loving mother, a supportive partner, a reliable daughter — and still want more
for yourself. Wanting to create, to build, to express, to explore — doesn’t make you selfish. It
makes you human.

Start small, but start.
You don’t have to abandon everything to chase your dream. Begin with 10 minutes a day. A
journal entry. A business idea on paper. A conversation. Momentum builds from consistency,
not grand gestures. Your dream deserves space, even if it’s not perfect.
Let go of guilt — or at least question it.
So much of our hesitation comes from guilt — guilt for wanting, for taking time, for saying
no. Ask yourself: Is this guilt mine, or something I’ve inherited from what I was taught about
being a woman? Often, it’s borrowed. And it can be returned.
You’re allowed to choose yourself.
Not at the cost of your family — but for your family. A woman who feels fulfilled, inspired,
and alive is not a burden. She’s a force. And when you thrive, it ripples into everything and
everyone around you.
Finally, remember: you are not alone.
There’s a quiet sisterhood of women out there — building dreams after bedtime, healing
between work calls, writing in car parking lots, starting over in silence. You are one of them.
And your journey matters.
Your life doesn’t have to be either/or. It can be both/and.
And sometimes, choosing your dream is the most responsible thing you can do — for your
soul, and for the story only you were meant to write.

The Literature Today: Now that “Unchained — A Journey Beyond Love” is out,
what’s next for you as an author? Can the readers expect more such incredible
works in the future?

Pearl Vohra Bhatia: Absolutely — Unchained is just the beginning of a much deeper
journey.
Now that the book is out in the world, touching hearts and starting conversations, I feel even
more committed to using storytelling as a way to heal, empower, and connect — especially
with women who’ve felt unseen or unheard in their own lives.
I’m already working on my next book for Women Audience — this time diving even deeper
into themes of heartbreak and betrayal, invisible strength, and the quiet courage it takes to
rebuild your life when your family and loved ones betray you and leave you in the midst of
trauma. It is an inspiration from the life of a very dear friend.
My next book for my younger audience is a collection of stories about our war heroes from
the Indian history. This book is based on facts stated and narrated in history communicated in
a poetic discourse.