Sam is an accomplished writer and a skilled communicator with a wealth of knowledge and experience to share. He has published novels with other publishers as well and has extensive experience as a writer and in the process of "how to get published." He has also worked for many years as a Communications Specialist. He is talented and an effective communicator. He is also extremely personable and affable, and it thus comes as no surprise that he has begun to lead Creative Writing Workshops at many prestigious venues.
Sam participated actively in several book launches, where he presented his novel, read from it, and then engaged in discussions with the audience afterwards. He has also joined us on many occasions at Word on the Street (one of the largest literary festivals in Canada) in Toronto where he is always friendly and charming as he engages with the people who come to the booth, talking up his book and publishing in general.
Sam is conducting Creative Writing workshops at Toronto Public Library (the largest neighbourhood-based library system in the world with 100 branches) and I think this is a wonderful program that will be sure to garner an enormous amount of interest from not only people who are looking for guidance and help in getting published, but for those who love literature in general.
Sam Mukherjee is the perfect person to conduct such a program. You couldn't ask for better.
LUCIANA RICCIUTELLI
(Editor-in-chief - Inanna Publications, Toronto, Canada)
Sam is a subject matter expert with his vast experience and his ability to engage an audience is unquestionable. But like all excellent writers and journalists, Sam has very advanced listening skills and a great eye for detail. That is why his experiences are very rich and he unhesitatingly shares it with the world, either through his novels, or by engaging his readers individually. Toronto Public Library is known for it's excellence. That is why I recommend Sam's workshops. I meet many people who wish to write but have never had an opportunity to be encouraged and guided. With a genuinely able and a well-meaning mentor like Sam, I am sure many people will feel encouraged to write creatively and enrich our community further. I believe it is an important program for the library. I would attend it. I would also recommend many people to attend.
SURESH JAURA
(President - North America - International Press Syndicate, Toronto, Canada)
Writers have eclectic resumes and Sam is no exception. It reflects his dedication to writing. He keeps on uprooting himself to pursue his career. It is no surprise that he received a scholarship to attend the Vancouver Film School. Good writers actively pursue opportunities to improve and broaden their skills and Sam has done exactly that. He’s proven himself to be a strong, versatile writer who learns quickly, seeks criticism, meets deadlines, doesn’t make excuses and delivers more than is accepted. Any organization hiring Sam will benefit from his experience, his willingness to learn, and his ability to assist and transfer skills to co-workers.
DEAN BURNS
(Screenwriter & Instructor - Vancouver Film School, Canada)
It is my pleasure to write about Sam who I have known for a long time. He is a leading writer in Canada. He worked for me as a Researcher and Special Speechwriter in the Senate of Canada for a few years. He continues to be involved with my Special Projects. I wish him every success for his future endeavors.
THE HONOURABLE DR. ASHA SETH
(Senator - The Senate of Canada)
It is the dream of many to be a writer but a gift given to few. The truly inspired are those who write for children, blending imagination and reality to create a world that charms us all, whatever our age.
I was introduced to the writing of Sam Mukherjee one rainy monsoon day when the world outside felt particularly dreary. His manuscript, Perfect Tangerine, transported me to another time and place, strange yet familiar. The rain outside was forgotten as I read a narrative of great imagination and beautiful human connect.
Today, children's reading levels vary a great deal at the same age due to sophisticated levels of exposure. Stretching young minds, expanding language and making connections is perhaps the best way forward. What is thus so remarkable about Sam's writing, whether by design or destiny, is that it is so powerful and provocative that it does not appear to have been written for children at all. This is the key to classicism in children's literature. Sam has the gift of taking his readers to a world where bad things happen but courage and nobility of spirit are the tools of the victorious.
A writer of great promise.
CHANDRALEKHA MAITRA
(Executive Director (Editorial) - Leadstart Publishing, India)
Sam is a creative, articulate and original writer who can take an intangible concept or storyline and translate it into a tangible and believable experience. His passion and vision coupled with his humanity leads me to want to highly recommend Sam.
I have been in the industry for ten years or more working as a producer, PR, creative producer, TV Host, in development and am filming the TV Pilot for “In the Zone of Excellence” and working through the development for two features. Throughout my years in the Film and Television industry I’ve met few who can weave in so many universal truths and threads that touch a chord deep within our hearts. I support Sam every step of the way.
COLLI CHRISTANTE
(Producer, TV Host, Pitch Coach)
Subhankar (Sam) is one of the best students I’ve worked with. He studied Screenwriting with me in Mass Communication and was an excellent student, genuinely talented, totally dedicated and a delight to have in the class. His professional approach, positive attitude and generosity in assisting other students stood him head and shoulders above others. Every now and then a teacher is privileged to come across a Subhankar and when it happens you know you have been rewarded because everyone benefits. I have no hesitation in giving Subhankar my highest recommendation for any venture he undertakes. He will prove an asset to any project.
RAY MOONEY
(Screenwriter, Playwright, Instructor - Holmesglen Institute, Melbourne, Australia)
I rate Subhankar Mukherjee among my top 5% students in my long teaching career. Subhankar’s formal result is not reflective of his actual ability. His resume will not reveal his outstanding intellectual ability and original mind.
He was always hard-working and very well-read. Always willing to learn and raise new questions, Subhankar can express his ideas in a very lucid language – both oral and written. I have no doubt that he will shine in his chosen profession and recommend him to any prospective employer anywhere in the world.
DR. RANJAN CHAKRABARTI
(Historian, Former Head of the Dept. of History - Jadavpur University, Kolkata(formerly Calcutta), India)
I had the privilege of working with and teaching Subhankar Mukherjee. The subjects included News Video, Digital Video Production and Web Site Design.
From the outset, Subhankar proved to be a reliable, intelligent and hard-working student. His dedication to the completion of tasks that were often difficult always impressed me. Able to think on his feet and improvise solutions to unexpected problems, he worked tirelessly to achieve professional standards in whatever project he was involved with.
Possessed of an intelligent and inquiring mind, Subhankar actively sought understanding of all issues, whether they were technical, professional or ethical. In pursuit of working objectives, he was never content to accept only the obvious, the easy or the unchallenging. Indeed, he actively sought involvement in those challenging projects that demanded the highest standards of work and professionalism. Whether working alone on his own initiative, or contributing as a member of a team, the dedication was always complete.
On a personal level, Subhankar invariably displayed a pleasant and friendly attitude, even when working under extreme pressure. His natural honesty and high moral qualities complemented this. Although unafraid to ask questions, or make intelligent comment, he never displayed a lack of good humour or any loss of emotional control. In short, he was always one of the most positive individuals to work with.
I believe Subhankar Mukherjee will be a valuable asset to any organization that chooses to employ him.
JOHN MORTIMORE
(Director - Mallee Bull Media Pty Ltd, Melbourne, Australia)
I was Subhankar’s lecturer for the subject Public Relations in the Diploma of Arts (Mass Communication). He produced outstanding work in this subject and displayed maturity and dedication.
I was especially impressed with his ability to liaise with journalists and video producers in organizing speakers for “The Twilight Forum”, a careers in the media seminar organized by the Public Relations class. Subhankar made most of the contact with speakers, briefed and hosted speakers, and displayed initiative in all that he undertook. He is professional in approach, conscientious, creative and has well developed analytical skills.
LYN SHIELLS
(Instructor - Holmesglen Institute, Melbourne, Australia)
Subhankar was my student in History at Jadavpur University, rated among the top five educational institutes in the country. He had a high degree of originality and felicity of expression. A scholar of wide interest and not confined to the syllabus of History, his approach to theoretical problems was multi-disciplinary. What impressed me most about him is his dynamism and pleasant manner. I think he will be an asset to any organization in any country.
DR. CHITTABRATA PALIT
(Historian, Head of the Dept. of History – Jadavpur University, Kolkata (formerly Calcutta), India) (PhD. University of Cambridge, UK)
I have known Subhankar Mukherjee as a student in my Media course at Holmesglen Institute of TAFE and have found him a most impressive young man.
Subhankar has at all times been a cheerful presence, displaying keen and serious enthusiasm for all aspects of his work. He himself has been self-assured, well groomed and well presented, with a bright personality, a generous nature and a mature charm that reflects the ease with which he works in a group situation. With a high level of intelligence and self motivation, he works equally well alone.
The work Subhankar has submitted during his course has invariably been completed well before due, and has always been of a very high standard in both content and presentation.
I expect Subhankar to be very successful in both his personal and professional life. I also believe he will be a valuable asset to any employer, and commend him without any reservation.
MAX ROBINSON
(Instructor - Holmesglen Institute, Melbourne, Australia)
I taught Subhankar four subjects in 2000-1: Broadcast Journalism, Writing for Radio and Radio Production, as part of the Advanced Certificate in Media (Broadcast Journalism), and Professional Practice Project in the Diploma of Mass Communications.
I have been impressed with him since day one. He is ambitious, hardworking and organized, with strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills. He is also a team player, combining natural leadership with a co-operative style. He researches deeply and demonstrates persistence and ingenuity in securing and conducting interviews.
He is astute, with a keen ethical sense, and is not afraid to ask the extra question, to ensure accuracy and balance. He presents confidently on air, and is competent with industry standard audio-visual equipment, both digital and analogue, recording, editing and broadcasting. I would recommend Subhankar for employment and believe he could be sent on assignment with confidence.
STEPHEN CLARKE
(Instructor - Holmesglen Institute, Melbourne, Australia)
It is a great honour to have won the prestigious scholarship award of the Vancouver Film School. The article and interview show how much talent you have. We are extremely proud of you and look forward to seeing your name on the silver screen. Nothing and no one can keep a good talent down.
SHASHI U.TRIPATHI
(Former Hon. Indian High Commissioner to Canada)
In our first interaction, Sam Mukherjee was the interviewee. And what a fun interview that was! We covered everything from his career as a scriptwriter to jobs he had held, people he had met, and his take on various life situations. Since then, Sam has become a valued addition to our writers’ pool, contributing insightful articles on people from varied backgrounds and professions.
He brings a keen insight into the psyche of the community to his writing. I have been very impressed with Sam’s initiative in suggesting interesting people that we can feature in Desi News and he has also suggested story ideas. Sam is enthusiastic, hard-working and resourceful, has very good interpersonal skills and relates to people at different levels. He respects deadlines and researches his subjects. In the course of being interviewed, Sam had said as a professional writer, he left his ego at home and had no problems doing rewrites. However, working with him I have found that I never had to test that statement - his work never needs a rewrite.
It’s a pleasure working with a writer as talented and professional as Sam.
SHAGORIKA EASWAR
(Editor - Desi News Magazine, Toronto, Canada)
I like the story (Ref: Commercial for Smart Car by Mercedes Benz) and the way you pull us into wondering what's happening and where this commercial is going. The ending is a surprise, a nice twist, and would probably be very memorable as a result. You are a good storyteller with a gift for involving your audience.
HAMISH McINTOSH
(CEO - Mcintosh Creative Services, Vancouver, Canada & Instructor - Vancouver Film School)
Subhankar Mukherjee (Sam to us) wrote an online article on how our society deals with the mentally ill. It contains reports on how our organization is struggling against heavy odds to reinstate recovered patients back into the society and productive life. Sam paid several visits to a number of government institutions and also volunteered to help in a program organized for the welfare of patients to take a closer look at what really goes on. He also attended a drama workshop for patients and spoke to many of them individually to ensure accuracy and depth.
Right after his article appeared online, it fetched us a generous donation from the United Kingdom, which is being utilized for training patients undergoing rehabilitation under the Anjali program. We thank Sam on behalf of all our patients.
RATNABOLI RAY
(Human Rights Watch's Alison Des Forges Award Winner for Extraordinary Activism & Managing Trustee, Anjali, India)
I met Subhankar (Sam) Mukherjee in 1998 while he was working as a Sub-Editor with a leading English daily in India. In March 2002 we had the opportunity to work together on a project. We sent Sam to Thailand to formulate strategies to promote computer education in schools across Thailand.
Most foreigners who work in Thailand find it very hard to communicate. But Sam’s charming manner and his dexterous handling of the language barrier proved very effective. Sam’s common sense solutions, his experience with and deep respect for people from varied cultural backgrounds helped to maximize the potential of locals working with him. We appreciated Sam’s continuous efforts to reduce company expenditure.
I have worked for many years now across five continents and have met many different people. With my experience I can say that with his positive approach, complete honesty, ability to organize, natural leadership, people skills and eagerness to improve constantly – Sam will be an asset to any organization.
SUBIR GUHA
(Executive Director - Global Infotech Co. Ltd, Bangkok, Thailand)
Subhankar Mukherjee did some promotional work for our organization much to our satisfaction. His speech clearly proved that he has an in-depth understanding of the complicated processes involved in immigration.
We invited Subhankar again, and as expected, he promoted us successfully once again. We recommended Subhankar among many clients from diverse professional backgrounds for an interview with Outlook – a leading news magazine in India. We hope Subhankar will continue to do more promotional work for us in future.
LT. COL. A.S. AHLUWALIA (RETD.)
(Branch Manager, Worldwide Immigration Consultancy Services Ltd. (WWICS) (ISO 9001-2000) - The World's Largest Canadian Immigration & Settlement Company
I got connected with Sam after reading his wonderful first novel, Chopped Green Chillies in Vanilla Ice Cream. He is an excellent and captivating writer, no matter what the theme or topic. If a subject fascinates him, he quickly turns into an expert on it. Sam is a Creative Strategist par excellence and it is an absolute pleasure to work with him.
