He has published over 30 books, including works of fiction, travelogues and general writings, in Malayalam and also a collection of short stories in English.

Surendran came to the limelight of Kerala's literary circle after he won first prize in the short story competition conducted by Mathrubhumi Weekly in 1981.

Surendran has published over 30 books, including fictions, travelogues and general writings, in Malayalam and also a collection of short stories in English.

His latest novel, Greeshma Mapini, roughly based on the life of former Kerala chief minister V. S. Achuthanandan, is published by DC Books.

He has published many award-winning books in Malayalam, including collections of short stories, novels, travel sketches and art criticism.