Praise For The Subaltern
byHere’s a powerful poem in praise of the abandoned subaltern. Read it.
Art & Poetry
A Beginner’s Guide To Indian Gods For The Wannabe Hippie
byA poet came up with an ekphrastic verse inspired by a poster in her kitchen. We have decided to publish it. Read it here.
Zero Point, West Of Bhutan
byHere’s a poem about how a place transforms its character — slowly but surely.
My First, For You
byLove is a complicated game. How does one deal with it? Here’s a poem that looks at love & ego.
To the Belle Of Amherst
byPoetry gently reminds us of some of the greates writers and poets of yore. Here’s a poem that remembers Emily Dickinson.
At Times, I Wonder
byThe idea of control, manifested through centuries of conditioning, can decimate the sense of self. Here’s a poem that questions the idea of taming.
Mother
byA poet ruminates on her mother & pens a verse. Read it here.
When Kuchipudi Dancers Were All Brahmin Men
byKuchipidi, the dance-drama tradition in Andhra Pradesh is of ancient origins.
The Jurassic Park Mosquito Wants Company
byThis verse narrates the pervasive feeling of abject loneliness, about the battle between wanting to feel curiosity & wonder in the world but also needing to isolate oneself.
A Recipe For Disaster
byHere’s a sharp, caustic, philosophical poem about love & relationships. Read, ruminate.
Perhaps
byCan we wipe out old memories and create news ones?
A Song Of Blood Strokes
byHere’s a powerful poem that calls for democratic awakening & freedom from oppression.
Hating Orchids
byAre Orchids like desires without profit? A poet tells you why she grew up hating orchids.
An Ode To Containers
byHere’s a witty, charming & cryptic poem. Enjoy reading it.
The Dream Catchers
byOne can dream about chasing dreams. But what happens when they remain distant? Do read this poignant poem.