A Tug or Two
This story appeared in Issue 9 of Barren Magazine. The story was also one of the “Editor’s Picks” in the issue. Read the full story here. Disclaimer: The story is… Read more »
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Naani’s Song
This story, “Naani’s Song”, was published in Spring’2019 issue of the Metafore Magazine. The story is inspired by a train journey in India. Posting the story here and also the… Read more »
An Eid Outfit for My Brother
A story I wrote to a picture prompt is published by a new Irish journal, Splonk. Click Splonk to read the full story.
Why Pretend to like My Food?
A piece inspired by real experience has been published in Issue Two: Culture of The Royal Rose Magazine. Click https://royalrosemagazine.files.wordpress.com/2019/05/royal-rose-second-issue.pdf to read the full piece.
Published in Chicken Soup for the Soul:Mom Knows Best
I am delighted to have a non-fiction piece of mine published in Chicken Soup for the Soul:Mom Knows Best. The book is available for sale at Walmart, Target, Barnes and… Read more »
The Dark Night
I dozed off while placing wet strips on my boy’s forehead, which glowed red in the lantern’s light. When I awoke, everything was dark. I struck a match. His face… Read more »
The First Wait
I put my Samsonite bag down and knock. I’ve never waited outside before. Baba always paced the verandah, waiting for me, and then hugged me tight. Amma opens the door… Read more »
For a Chocolate Bar
This story was published by Moria online on 11/19/2018. “Renu, get ready for the Big Bazaar,” Memsahib’s stern voice rang out in the Sunday afternoon quiet. That day, Memsahib’s voice… Read more »
My Wedding Day
This story “My Wedding Day” was published at 101 Words on 12/11/2018. Everything is a scintillating gold: my coat, my watch, the day outside. Music from the rows of bangles… Read more »
I Wait
This story “I Wait” was published by Crack the Spine literary magazine on 11/26/2018. This story is also nominated for Pushcart 2019. Every day I dress like that day ─… Read more »