Apoorva Ruparel is a serial entrepreneur, venture investor, and educator whose diverse journey spans code, commerce, and culture. From selling Tupperware door-to-door to raising substantial funds for tech ventures, his path is marked by unconventional choices and a deep curiosity. In his debut fiction collection, *The Seven*, he weaves together decades of observation, travel, and introspection into seven short stories that delve into the subtle undercurrents of modern existence.