Peals of carefree laughter run in the wind like dandelions gently blown at by the lips of a child. He thrusts his legs forward daring the makeshift swing to sway higher, as his sister calls caution from the side. Never letting his legs dangle, he flies in childish abandon until the branch gives and he… Continue reading It Doesn’t Take Wings to Fly
Category: Short Stories
Of the Sea and Drowning – A Short Story
Sanya had always spoken very fondly of the ocean. It was the only topic that I could bring up, after a sleepless night of fighting panic attacks and after every therapy session. She knew of my fear of the water and took me to the beach every weekend, pouting angrily when I sat in the… Continue reading Of the Sea and Drowning – A Short Story
Blinded – A Street inspired Introspection
I walked home one evening, after an uneventful day. Something happened, that changed the course of my thoughts forever. Here’s a retelling, reliving that memory.
The World In A City
After driving for thirteen years in this 200 sq.km area of lively desert, you would probably think he would have already got used to looking at all these massive assemblies of historical monuments recreated. But no, it was not so for Mathews. Despite looking at these numerous facsimiles every day through the dark blue tinted… Continue reading The World In A City
Misery Loves Company
Story of Love, Greed and Betrayal. Enjoy this short story by Anoushka Borthakur.