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October Heart is a collection of 21 poems inspired by shared stories, art, and emotions. This book represents the author’s successful effort to overcome a long-standing writing block, mixing early, resonant works with newer poems written during travels and quiet nights. Titled after the author's favorite month, the book captures the feeling of October in Northern India—a season of mellow light and comforting warmth. The author hopes October Heart offers readers the same sense of being loved, held, and taken care of that the season itself provides.
October Heart
Author’s Name: Ritika Shashwat
About the Author: "Ritika is currently navigating the rigorous landscape of a Ph.D. program, but her true calling lies where intellect meets artistry. Though formally rooted in academics, her heart belongs to creative pursuits, finding expression through poetry, painting, writing, and culinary exploration. A devoted reader, she believes profoundly in the enduring power of literature. She is deeply grateful to the writers who have come before her, finding comfort and connection in the shared human experience, a feeling that someone centuries ago felt exactly as she does today. For Ritika, a cherished volume of verse often serves as a safe harbor, proving that home can sometimes be a book too."
Book ISBN: 9789373142616