Damodar Mauzo
Damodar Mauzo is a short story writer, novelist, critic, and screenwriter in Konkani. Mauzo’s notable works include Ganthon, Karmelin , Tsunami Simon , Teresa’s Man and Other Stories from Goa, and The Wait and Other Stories. Mauzo’s stories are inspired by the everyday life of regular Goan men and women. His voice is fearless and kind, sharp and pervasive. In a career spanning more than sixty years of writing,Mauzo received numerous literary accolades including Sahithya Akademi Award and is honored with the country’s highest literary award Jnanapith .His works have been translated into more than fourteen languages.
