Rumki Chowdhury's YA novel/thriller, Secrets in the Wind, was released on February 15th, 2023 by Djarabi Kitabs Publishing! It won "Distinguished Favorite" for Multicultural Fiction at The NYC Big Book Awards, "Runner-Up 2023" for YA Fiction at The New York Book Festival, "Honorable Mention 2023" for YA Fiction at The London Book Festival, Bronze for Multicultural YA Fiction at The Independent Publisher's Book Awards, "Finalist" in the Teenage Category at the UK Wishing Shelf Awards 2023, "Distinguished Favorite" for Multicultural Fiction at The Independent Press Awards 2025! "Secrets in the Wind" has also won Fofky's "Reader's Choice" Awards for "Best Thriller" and has made it to "Finalist" for the Strange Incorporated Podcast 2023 Book Awards!
She has experience as Online Assistant Editor for Hayati Magazine, Editor-in-Chief of the World Hijab Day Organization Blog and Chief Editor of the Bengalis of New York (BONY) Blog. Moreover, she contributes to Brown Girl Magazine. In addition to freelancing for various media, Rumki actively gives writing advice through her blog and social media. She also offers editing services. Among her edited works is a #1 New Release on Amazon entitled, Just One: A Journey of Perseverance and Conviction by Dr. Nour Akhras.
Furthermore, her articles have been published in various media including most recently, www.northjersey.com.
Her debut YA novel, Her Feet Chime is the first and only Bangladeshi version of a Cinderella story written in English. It was critically acclaimed by media such as Asiana Magazine UK, East London Newspaper, The Daily Star Bangladesh.
Her second novel, So Complicated, is a romantic fiction that gained honorable mention at The New York Book Festival, won The Red Ribbon for most enjoyable read from The UK Wishing Shelf Awards and became a finalist in The Pacific Book Awards for Humor.
Unveiled, also award-winning, is her first collection of poetry published by Djarabi Kitabs Publishing. It is highly recommended by bloggers and influencers worldwide.
Her short non-fiction story about her brother, "Robins Can Fly," won her the NisaHub short story writing contest. Not to mention, she has published a short poem in Hijri and a short memoir in Your Story with Musart.
She was born in Bangladesh and raised in the Bronx, New York and Paterson, New Jersey. She attained a BA in English Writing from William Paterson University of New Jersey, an MA in English Literature from the Queen Mary University of London and a Teaching Degree from Högskolan Gävle of Sweden. Yes, she speaks Swedish fluently!
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✒ Rumki Chowdhury believes editing is more than just correcting spelling, punctuation and grammar. It is also about context and consistency. It is about structure and significance. It is about helping your text develop its full writing potential. Let her join you on your journey getting there.
✒ You are talented and passionate so if you have begun putting words together on a document, consider yourself a writer! However, diligence is the making of an author. Rumki uses her educational (MA in English Literature) and professional experiences in the media and publishing worlds, to guide you.
✒ What makes Rumki's editing services unique is that she caters her services based on your personal needs.
✒ If you are interested in receiving more information or a quote, contact Rumki below or email her via rumkic2024@gmail.com. Please include an approximate word count, a short description of your project and a deadline.
Fantastic service which I have every intention of using again. Efficient and extremely easy to communicate with.
-Noor Nursery Books
When it comes to editing, Rumki edits with her heart and soul. She goes above and beyond to get the job done. She is detail-oriented and takes her role seriously. Her service is highly-recommended.
-World Hijab Day Organization
If you really want to experience an ego-shattering phenomenon, hand what you think is your best work to an unbiased, excellent editor like Rumki Chowdhury. She helped polish up all of the rough edges.
-Nour Akhras, MD, Author of Amazon Best New Release: Just One: A Journey of Perseverance and Conviction
Rumki is a brilliant and gifted editor who really understands how to get the best out of people. Rumki crafted and edited a number of amazing pieces of writing content I had the pleasure of reading. Even with the most intense and sensitive pieces of writing, Rumki knew how to effectively communicate both complimentary feedback as well as constructive advice. I highly recommend her for any editing needs and look forward to our continued working relationship.
-Global Bookshelves Intl. Publishing
Rumki’s services have immensely helped me in editing my first novel. I needed an expert in the English language who could see through each word and pull out the obscurities. This was why I contacted Rumki and I am so glad I did. Not only did she edit my entire manuscript for me, word for word, but she also gave me suggestions on important aspects of my work. She was always available when I had any questions.
-A.R. Raazol, Published Author