The Shaman was grim. “The warning is loud and clear! If things are not mended soon, there will be nothing left…except a sun-scorched land without water and an air you cannot breathe!” The listeners shivered. “It will be the Land … Continue reading
Dusk came rapidly, sliding over the rugged terrain in a few minutes, and settled down unobtrusive, like a curled-up cat. A cold wind, dagger-sharp, blew down the ragged hills, far-off, silhouetted against a darkened sky. The rude camp was lit … Continue reading
The killer was about to strike the unsuspecting victim, the gleaming dagger raised in his right hairy hand, cold eyes fixed and remorseless… “Watchman?” “Yes, Saab.” “Go, check the water-level in the storage tank. Fast.” “Yes, Saab.” The killer was … Continue reading
In the womb of the restless sea: a place, deep dark- green moss and a slippery floor with mottled plants, shining fish other aquatic creatures with exotic eyes/limbs. There—lies buried the treasure of memories made up of hulls broken and … Continue reading
You are a Mumbai based senior academic, critic, literary editor, and author, with 19 published books. Tell us about your literary journey. How did it all begin? Right from early childhood, I was interested in fine arts. Both mother and … Continue reading