by Debashree Basak | Jan 28, 2021 | Poetry
She yearns to breathe the free ‘n unmasked air Alas! All she receives is shackles and fetters everywhere. Amidst the cacophony and the glum Exquisite lives are obliterated Hopes ‘n dreams are incarcerated Happiness ‘n exuberance is incinerated. Her gaping...
by Debashree Basak | Jan 28, 2021 | Poetry
As I saunter the trail of my halcyon dreams Angelic silhouettes stretched like yawn adorn my path Forever emancipated, never entombed Despite strenuous fighting against ruthless destiny’s wrath. I gradually transcend to the higher realms Celebrating my being in...
by Debashree Basak | Jan 28, 2021 | Poetry
Even in the darkest silence of night Let your aura emanate that divine light Chasing away the clouds of hopelessness ‘n despair Let those lips offer a silent prayer Even if there’s impediment in your way Submit ‘n surrender “HE’LL” guide you play Chasing away the...
by Debashree Basak | Jan 21, 2021 | Poetry
Fake gratitude, fluent lies Colored existence, feigned feelings Muted voices, futile heartbeats A sinister sense of darkness Envelops me, smothering my hopes I blankly gaze into the horizon That looks fiercely naked Still, I yearn for my pristine freedom Away...
by Debashree Basak | Jan 7, 2021 | Short Stories
Shankari felt relaxed as she retired for the day. The plush diaphanous comforter seemed to augment her somnolence. Just when she was about to doze off her thoughts dragged her into the abrasive and meandering lanes of the past. ** Despite being a...
