Satish Chapparike is an Indian author, journalist, publisher, and literary entrepreneur whose work spans literature, travel, culture, and public affairs. A British Chevening Scholar, he brings a global perspective to his deep engagement with Indian languages and literary traditions. His acclaimed novel Ghandruk weaves together travel, memory, and existential inquiry into compelling storytelling. He is a recipient of the Karnataka Sahitya Akademi Award for his significant contribution to Kannada literature.

Chapparike is also the founder of the Book Brahma Literature Festival (#BBLF), a vibrant platform that connects writers, translators, publishers, and readers, fostering meaningful literary dialogue across languages and cultures.