empowering education through innovation
FeelFirst Publishing is committed to transforming education through high-quality resources that engage, inspire and empower both students and educators.
who are we
We are the fresh face in educational publishing, driven by a team of seasoned publishing professionals dedicated to creating meaningful learning experiences. At FeelFirst Publishing, decades of deep industry experience blend seamlessly with the creativity, agility and fresh perspective of a start-up.
what we do
higher education
Craft learner-focused textbooks for higher education with innovative digital integration.
test preparation
Deliver powerful test-prep solutions designed for ambitious students aiming to excel.
digital learning
Create engaging online learning experiences that complement our publications.
why FeelFirst ?
Effective education isn’t just about transferring knowledge—it’s about inspiring genuine connection, empathy and clarity. “FeelFirst” embodies our belief that real learning begins when students feel truly engaged, connected and driven by purpose.
trust and quality
Built on decades of educational expertise
student centric
Focused on learner success and engagement
innovation
Blending tradition with modern technology
where are we heading
We may be just getting started, but our vision is bold and clear. We aim to become India’s most innovative, digitally savvy and learner-centric educational publisher. Our mission is straightforward yet ambitious: make education more accessible, engaging and effective for every learner we reach.
join us on the journey
We are bridging the gap between traditional print publishing and today’s dynamic, digital-first learning environment. Whether you are a student eager for a better learning experience, an educator with insights to share, an author passionate about innovation or an institution seeking to transform educational outcomes—we would love to collaborate.
The future is collaborative
Our Amazing Team
The dedicated people driving our mission forward.
Manas Saikia
Partner and Mentor
"Manas Saikia is a doyen of Indian publishing who spent half a century shaping stories, empowering education and mentoring leaders. His illustrious career includes nearly three transformative decades."
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Vinod Vashisht
Partner and Mentor
"Vinod Vashisht is a distinguished publishing industry veteran with over 50 years of experience. As the founder and Managing Director of Viva Books, he has significantly impacted educational publishing"
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Amar Dutta
CEO and Publisher
"Amar has over 20 years of experience in higher education publishing, notably as Head of Publishing – Global Editions at Pearson. He successfully led diverse editorial teams in the UK and India"
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Annie Hazarika
Director of Marketing
"Annie brings over two decades of wide-ranging experience across publishing, communications, and public relations. Renowned for her strategic insight and leadership in driving business growth"
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Naman Choudhary
Director of Finance and Operations
"Naman is a seasoned finance professional and Chartered Accountant with over 20 years of leadership experience in finance, budgeting and operations management. "
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Pushpendra Rajput
Director of Sales
"Pushpendra is a dynamic sales leader with extensive experience promoting digital and print resources across India’s leading educational and research institutions, including IITs and IIMs"
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Ankush Kumar Manhas
Sr. Comissioning Editior
"Ankush brings over 16 years of experience in publishing. He has extensive expertise in commissioning and acquiring authors as well as developing high-quality, impactful educational books and resources"
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Debosmita Guin
Assistant Development Editor
"Debosmita specializes in manuscript refinement, content development, and production coordination, working closely with authors and vendors to deliver high-quality books and digital content."
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Ilina Pagay
Assistant Development Editor
"Ilina supports the publishing process from initial evaluation to final production, shaping manuscripts through thoughtful line editing, developmental guidance, and thorough fact-checking to ensure acc"
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