A Little Mystery, A Lot of Heart: A Moving Statue

 

As a child, I was always drawn to stories. Any book I could get my hands on was enough to spark my curiosity, and that simple love for reading is something I still carry with me.

Recently, I got the opportunity to edit A Moving Statue, a collection of eight stories by Samir Ghoshal, published by Flydreams Publications. Working on the book was a pleasant experience because its stories bring together mystery, adventure, friendship, emotions, and simple life lessons in a way that can appeal to young readers. From the suspense surrounding a mysterious statue in the title story to tales of courage, friendship, animals, teachers, honesty, and loyalty, the collection offers plenty of variety. The simple language and illustrations also make it accessible to children and suitable for readers who are beginning to develop an interest in books.

With Author Samir Ghoshal (Oct 2025)

While a few stories could have benefited from sharper sentence construction and some additional humour in the dialogues, the collection's warmth and sensitivity remain its biggest strengths. I was happy to be associated with A Moving Statue as its editor, and I hope these stories bring young readers the same sense of curiosity and joy that books brought to me as a child. Wishing Samir Ghoshal and Flydreams Publications the very best for the book.

Voices, Stories, and Passion – The Spirit of Kitaabein Zara Hatke Utsav | Fly Dreams Publication

At the Kitaabein Zara Hatke Utsav, Somya and his team stood out for their passion and dedication. With remarkable patience and sincerity, Somya conducted insightful interviews with several writers and poets, beautifully capturing the spirit of the festival through his coverage. His efforts, along with his team’s hard work behind the scenes, are truly commendable and deserving of appreciation.

This video also features my interview (and my latest works).

The Quiet Power of Doing Right (Article on Somy Ali)

 In my recent article for The Parallel, I chronicled Somy Ali’s incredible journey, from Bollywood starlet to global activist. Her story isn’t about fame, it’s about impact.

Let’s celebrate those who help without headlines.

💛 #SomyAli #CompassionIsPower #TheParallel #HumanityWins

Proud to Be Among the 76: WAVES Comics Creator Championship Semi-Finalist

 I’m truly excited and humbled to share that I have been selected as one of the 76 semi-finalists in the WAVES Comics Creator Championship, powered by the Indian Comics Association and supported by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India. It feels special to be listed among such talented creators on the occasion of India’s 76th Republic Day. I’m participating in the Professional Creators category, alongside my creative partner Ayush Kumar.

Official Press Release

A big thank you to the jury and organizers for this recognition. Heartfelt congratulations to all my fellow finalists — let’s keep pushing the boundaries of storytelling through comics! 

#WAVESComicsCreatorChampionship #IndianComicsAssociation #Grateful #RepublicDay #ComicsCreator #SemiFinalist

Comics Character League 2024 (Round 2): A Thrilling Race to the Finals

 

The Comics Character League (CCL) Season 2 has been an intense competition, and Round 2, held from July 20 to July 27, 2024, was no exception. With each battle, the stakes grew higher as teams fought fiercely to secure their place in the finals. As Round 2 concludes, one finalist, Team 3, has already been determined, while the fate of the second finalist hangs in the balance, awaiting a tie-breaker battle.

Round 2 Recap: Dominance and Determination

Team 3, owned by Mohit Sharma, emerged as the dominant force in Round 2, winning all three of their matches and securing 7 points, along with an impressive vote share of 63.7%. Their victories included a narrow win over Team 8's Mahamanav by 4% on July 21, a resounding 32% margin victory against Team 6's Miss Killer on July 24, and a commanding 46% win over Team 7's Lomdi on July 27. This flawless performance earned Team 3 a well-deserved spot in the finals.

Meanwhile, the battle for the second spot in the finals remains undecided. Team 6, owned by Manoj Kumar Garg, and Team 8, led by Ravi Yadav, both finished Round 2 with 2 points each. Team 6 started strong with a 28% victory over Team 7's Kaal Paheliya on July 20 but struggled in subsequent matches, losing to Team 3's Shakti and Team 8's Doga. Similarly, Team 8 secured a win against Team 7's Motu-Patlu by 10% on July 23 but lost to Team 3 and Team 6.

Update: Team 7 Won the Tie-Breaker

Team 7, owned by Mohan Lal Mourya, also finished Round 2 with 2 points. Despite a challenging round, they managed to secure a victory against Team 8's Jingalu, winning by 10% votes on July 23. However, their other matches ended in defeats, leaving them in a precarious position with the lowest vote share of 39.3%.

The Tie-Breaker: A Last Chance for Glory

With Team 7, Team 6, and Team 8 all tied with 2 points and similar vote shares, the CCL organizers have announced a Tie-Breaker Battle to determine which of these teams will join Team 3 in the finals. The tie-breaker will feature one villain character from each of the three teams, and the character that garners the most votes will secure their team's place in the finals. The Tie-Breaker Battle is scheduled to take place tomorrow, following the announcement of the final Round 2 battle results. To ensure fairness, it has been decided that only villain characters can be selected for this battle. Each team has the option to choose one of their two available villains or swap in another villain character from any publication if they feel their current options aren't strong enough. There will be no toss; instead, each team must carefully consider their choice based on their own and their opponents' characters.

Looking Ahead: The Road to the Finals

As Round 2 comes to an end, the anticipation for the Tie-Breaker Battle builds. With Team 3 already securing their spot, the remaining teams must give their all in this last-chance battle. The finals of CCL Season 2 promise to be an epic showdown, and the Tie-Breaker Battle will be a decisive moment that fans won’t want to miss. Stay tuned as the Comics Character League continues to deliver thrilling battles and unforgettable moments!

Round 1 Summary

The OCD Psychologist (Poem)

Jenny's OCD was always there,

A constant weight, a nagging scare,

As a child, she'd count and touch,

In a certain order, so much.

Her family thought it was a phase,

But it lasted for years and days,

She managed it with therapy and pills,

But the fear stayed, it gave her chills.

Jenny studied psychology in college,

She was fascinated by the mind's knowledge,

She wanted to understand why,

Some brains make us do things we deny.

With a master's degree in hand,

Jenny developed a treatment plan,

For those with OCD and anxiety,

To help them overcome their society.

Her patients were amazed,

By the empathy Jenny conveyed,

Knowing their therapist had been in their shoes,

Helped them feel safe and secure.

Jenny's Ph.D. soon followed,

Her own struggles with OCD hallowed,

She opened her own practice,

And helped countless people practice.

Jenny's experience gave her insight,

And helped her patients take flight,

Overcoming their fears and taking control,

Of their lives, as a whole.

Jenny's struggles led to her success,

And helped her patients find their best,

She never gave up, no matter the trial,

And her patients found hope, and smiled.

#mohit

03 April 2023

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The Aryanist Journal # 02

Language: English, ISBN: 9781311414564, Pages - 79

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