I am Karthik Prasad, a filmmaker and a literature enthusiast with an interest in the speculative fiction genre. Over the years, I have found that while Indian writers have produced remarkable work in the speculative fiction genre, many of these books remain relatively unknown to a wider readership. The Hyd Indian SF Reading Circle grew out of a desire to change that. It is a passion project aimed at bringing readers together to discover, discuss and celebrate Indian speculative fiction in all its forms. Through regular discussions, the circle hopes to create a welcoming space for readers to engage with thought-provoking stories, exchange ideas and explore the rich and growing landscape of speculative fiction being written in India.