Books without authors, authors without books: Inside Tamil Nadu’s alleged library scam

Books without authors and authors without books are at the heart of an alleged library scam in Tamil Nadu, India. The scam involves ghost authors and fake books, with some authors claiming they have written books that don't exist. The scam has been ongoing for years, with some authors even receiving awards for their non-existent works.

The state government has launched an investigation into the matter, and several authors and publishers have been questioned. The scam has raised concerns about the integrity of the literary scene in Tamil Nadu and the value of literary awards.