Heartstrings: A Tapestry of Prose & Poetry, edited by Sanjula Sharma, is a beautiful collection of poetry and prose by numerous authors. At first glance, we see what we would expect when talking about what pulls at our hearts: language, culture, places, family, parent-child relationships. The works echo sadness, comedy, coldness, and warmth, exactly as we would expect for the topic of heartstrings. The line "love is not a white flag of surrender" in "Present and Glad" by Candice Louisa Daquin forecasts another flag. It is the flag for "Borders" by Mayura Tiwari, "Double Edged" by Perobi Menon, and "Borderlines" by Radha Chakravarty; three different poets see the same fragile human-made abstraction that keeps us longing and yearning to be together yet keeps us apart. "The Bird" by Sagai Chhabra echoes the sentiments of the border poems and remind us that in "Streetwise" by Antony Johae the essence of what the authors are all talking about is the actual core of what is important to us all, what we are losing sight of and must not: humanity. A book well-worth buying and reading.
By Danielle Wong
Poet, Best of the Net 2021 nominee
By Danielle Wong
Poet, Best of the Net 2021 nominee
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At the Foswal Literature festival held in the Academy of Fine Arts and Literature, Delhi
It was a wonderful experience reading poetry, releasing our books and interacting with poet friends and talented delegates from other countries. But isn't that what SAARC literary events are all about? The wafting of words and thoughts across borders, reaching minds and hearts and culminating here in Delhi! Enormous gratitude to respected Ajeet ji and her wonderful daughter Arpana for their incredible initiative and marvellous journey. |
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Glimpses from a book discussion on my new anthology, Heartstrings, that was held on 30th July at India International Centre
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 On Ramdhari Singh Dinkar Speaking on the legendary Hindi poet, Ramdhari Singh Dinkar at an online event recently - a few insights on his life and work and rendering some of his poems. |
Seventh Quarry: Poet of the month (February)
Featured as poet of the month (February) by the Seventh Quarry, a reputed poetry magazine published in Wales by editor, Peter Thabit Jones. I am grateful to Mr Jones, who is a renowned poet and dramatist.
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Felicitation after the Readings at IGNCA, Delhi. 4th Jan 2024
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My latest publication, 'Heartstrings - A Tapestry of Prose & Poetry' This work is an anthology featuring immensely talented poets and authors from India and overseas. The book aims to touch the soul of readers across age, gender and country with its own unique medley of voices that speak straight from the heart. It has been a wonderful and rewarding journey editing this collection. The book is available on Amazon (India). Click here to buy |
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Woh Malhaar Kahaan A Hindi poem written and rendered by Sanjula Sharma. The theme revolves around monsoon and its ever-changing facets. It encapsulates the dynamic experience of the rain, coupled with nostalgia. |
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'The Temple' is a poetic work of 50 quatrains in the Rubaiyat form that encapsulates the poet's spiritual vision. The search for the true temple begins at an altar the poet visits as a child and continues relentlessly as an outward journey, finally culminating within. Click here to buy |
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Book discussion event for my poetry book 'The Temple' at India International Centre, Delhi. 9th Feb, 2023
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Poetry Reading & Felicitation. Asian Literary Confluence, 12th Nov 2022, Delhi
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Being felicitated by the Asian Literary Society
on Oct 11, 2019 in New Delhi  |
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This is a poem from my book, 'A Fistful of Sky'. This video has been filmed, produced and edited by Kabir Chutani and the rendition is by Holly Boca. The poem encapsulates my vision of love, the most universal emotion, in its myriad forms. |
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My review of 'Simple Life' by Mr Jayakumar in The Week, published March 2022 |
My review of an international anthology of poetry - The Kali Project, published 2021 |
Many years ago, Paramahansa Yogananda said, “Be as simple as you can be. You will be astonished to see how uncomplicated and happy your life can become.” The book, Simple Life, by K. Jayakumar—acclaimed Malayalam poet, writer and former civil servant—offers simplicity as a path that is accessible in a complex world. It gives compelling reasons why a simple, uncomplicated life is filled with joy.Read Full Review |
'There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you'. Celebrated poet Maya Angelou's words rang true as I started reading The Kali Project - an anthology of Indian women's voices from India and overseas. Poets and artists alike pour forth their myriad emotions and thoughts creating an eclectic labyrinth of Verse interspersed with Art. This amalgamation seeps into the reader to build an incredible internal experience. For me, this is the hallmark of a good read.Read Full Review |
| Reading my poem - 'Manna from the Skies' at the Timeless Mystical Poetry event, Nov 2021 |
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My new poem: Sept 2021
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A new initiative started in February 2021 by my creative platform called Happy Minds.
 Delhi, May 2021
In these very difficult and grim times I am reaching out with my poem of hope.
Hoping it provides a glimmer of light. |
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On Republic Day I remembered my nani, my maternal grandmother, who was a freedom fighter. This poem encapsulates the memory of her inspiring struggle for independence. |
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Celebrating World Autism Day
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Poetry session at Vasant Vihar Lit Fest, Delhi on 22nd Feb 2020
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Reading poetry at the World Book Fair
Pragati Maidan on 11th Feb 2024  |
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'Poetic Kaleidoscope: Folklore and Culture of India', an event organised by The Poetry Society (India) on August 3, 2019 in Delhi
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FEATURED POET AT THE SOUL SLAM EVENT, DELHI ORGANISED BY SOUL JOURNAL: FEBRUARY 6, 2016
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POETRY WORKSHOP AT
PATHWAYS SCHOOL, NOIDA  |
BOOK LAUNCH: SEPTEMBER 2014
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