India, Oct. 30 -- K nown for crafting gripping tales of mystery and suspense, writer-creator Harlan Coben has built a reputation as one of the most successful storytellers in the thriller genre. With his latest project Lazarus, which he created directly for television, Coben reflects on the art of storytelling and why he draws a clear line between writing for the page and the screen. "When I'm writing a novel, I make sure I'm not thinking about adapting it... that's the kiss of death," says the 63-year-old author. He adds, "If you're a novelist and you start writing thinking, 'This would make a great TV series,' it never works. When I was writing Lazarus, I wasn't thinking this would make a great book, I was focused on how it would play on screen. And when I'm writing novels, I'm only thinking about how good they'll be on the page." Currently streaming on Prime Video in India, Lazarus has further deepened Coben's connection with the country, one he says has long fascinated him: "I have a great affection for India because it has so much diversity. I can't say much yet, but I'm working with a team to set one of my books or TV series here. I hope that happens very soon." Speaking about his love for India, Coben adds, "I've been to the country, and it's fascinating - the history, the stories. You guys tell the best stories! It's such an incredibly rich tradition of storytelling. That's why I want to be a part of it. I'd love to team up with some of your best and create something that combines our talents. That would be a dream."...