Novel (English)
Maa Maa Black Sheep
Poetry (Hindi)
Bura Na Maano Democrazy Hai
Latest Release
Live A Mother's Worst Nightmare
Thirty years after burying a sister and a secret, when the ghost of billionaire matriarch, Mary Watson’s past pits her two beloved daughters against each other, she willingly trades-in her designer power suit for a prison jumpsuit to protect her family. But will her decision destroy her family instead?
A gripping suspense-thriller and a riveting family drama where love, loss, and loyalty collide, forcing a mother to live her worst nightmare.
An Indian by birth, a Mumbaikar by heart, and a bilingual poet-storyteller by choice.
Seema Sandeep Tiwari is a published novelist and a poet who lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
She worked as an Associate Creative Director (Content) in a reputed Digital Agency in Mumbai, India, till she left her cozy home, her creatively-fulfilling job, and her beautiful country in 2012 to join her husband in his American odyssey.
The wait to be eligible, and to apply and secure an H4EAD (work permit) was a long, ardent process. So, in the meantime, she published her book of poems in Hindi in India.
Work
Tugging At Readers' Heartstrings - One Story At A Time
From compelling stories to moving poetries, from captivating novels to inspiring screenplays, Seema’s words resonate with the readers as they honor emotions and celebrate relationships.
Testimonial
Hear from Seema’s Readers and Listeners The Joy Her Words Bring To Them
★★★★★ 4.5/5
4.5 Review from our book reader
A Gripping Mystery
Absolutely spell bounding till the last page. When you start reading it feels that the mystery is solved right at the start and what more could the author add to this.. you need to read this book to enjoy the unexpected twist and turns that good with every chapter and the end would leave you wondering about the possibilities.. a thriller and a walk to the darker side of human nature. Must read..
Nail biting twist and turns
If there was ever a book that flows like a conversation, is universally resonant and stays with you long after you have finished reading it - it is Maa Maa Black Sheep by Seema Tiwari. The complex emotional motherhood landscape is beautifully depicted. Picked it up on a long haul flight and was unable to put it down until I finished reading it. Hoping there will be a sequel soon, and perhaps even a prequel.
Unputdownable
Maa Maa Black Sheep by Seema Sandeep Tiwari isn’t just a thriller but an emotional rollercoaster wrapped in layers of secrets, family drama, and haunting betrayals. The story begins in Grand Marais, where a tragic accident leaves Mary Watson with a terrifying choice. She makes a promise and raises a child who isn't hers. I loved how the author doesn’t rely on just shocking twists but also weaves emotions, guilt, and love into the plot so beautifully. The suspense kept me on edge, but it was the moral dilemmas and the complicated relationships that truly stayed with me. If you enjoy dark family thrillers that make you feel as much as they make you think – this one’s definitely worth your time.
A gripping family thriller!
A Mother’s Worst Nightmare - that’s the line that piqued my interest and got me to buy Maa Maa Black Sheep. And I am glad I wasn’t disappointed. Maa Maa Black Sheep is a truly touching story, written with great care and emotional depth. The author, Seema Sandeep Tiwari, has brought out the bond shared between matriarch Mary and her daughters, Lisa and Amy, through simple yet powerful storytelling, making the narrative feel personal and heartfelt. I personally liked the way she has beautifully woven drama, romance, and suspense in her story. With each chapter ending on a cliffhanger, I found myself eagerly waiting to get home from work just to read the next part. That sense of anticipation was the story’s true charm. Look forward to reading more from this author!
A book worth reading 😍
As I kept turning the pages, I realised—this book isn’t just about one accident or one buried truth. It’s about how the past never really goes away. It lingers. Quietly. Twisting itself into guilt, into fear, into a kind of love that hurts. The story pulls you into the life of Mary Watson, a woman who looks powerful on the outside but is slowly breaking from within. She’s been living with memory blackouts for years, but what she can’t remember... her body still does. Thirty years ago, her sister died in a car crash. And with that death, something else got buried. Something that refuses to stay silent.
Loved every bit of it
This psychological thriller masterfully weaves together the relationship between Mary, her daughter Lisa, and her adopted niece Amy. As secrets unravel, the lines between truth and deception blur, keeping readers on the edge of their seats. The author Seema Tiwari skilfully crafts tension, suspense, and drama, expertly manipulating the narrative to keep you guessing. The characters' motivations and backstories are intricately woven, making it impossible to predict the outcome. The writing is evocative, and the pacing is impeccable. A must-read for fans of family dramas and psychological thrillers!