A book that is as innate as life itself…
From Romance to Drama and from Tragedy to Belief, each story explores a new genre. Realistic, intriguing, erratic and touching to the core
Dreadful Desires & other stories is an anthology of twenty short-stories that are an epitome of relationships, an alchemy of desires and a reverie of the reflection of emotions that formulate the lives of many individuals.
From Romance to Drama and from Tragedy to Belief, each story explores a new genre.
While It was destined talks about the unexpected second chances in life, Helpline showcases a woman’s courage to take control of her life under torrid circumstances. The New Bride is all about breaking free, whereas Dreadful Desires explores the grey areas of the mind, which are often shrewd and brutal.
Each story is woven in a euphoria of magic, mystery and melancholy, one that arouses infinite feelings in the heart and urges the mind to think. Short n simple, yet lucid and prolific, this collection is compiled with a pre-notion to penetrate the soul, and to dwell there with intensity for long, making each story magnificently memorable and admirably alive.
Realistic, intriguing, erratic and touching to the core, this book is as innate as life itself.
The Author
With more than a decade’s experience in the fields of Human Resources, Training, Recruitment, Consulting, Engagement, Communications and CSR, Sherin Ashraf, a Lucknowite, is an alumnus of La Martiniere Girls’ College. Currently working in the automobile sector, she has previously been associated with telecom and consulting industries. Sherin has a passion for writing, travelling and listening to music. This is her first book.
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“A poignant account of characters going through unsetting emotions. Sherin’s gental storytelling will move you, enchant you, and even disturb you.”
“Succinct, sensitive and surprising, Sherin’s short-stories are thought-provoking. A Promising talent and a welcome debut.”
“Sensitive, poignment…with a charming element of bewilderment.”
“Dynamite comes in small packets so are her stories….
each one has a texture typical in nature. In very simple prose.”
“Dreadful Desires is an amazing compilation of beautiful short stories penned down by Sherin Ashraf.
I enjoyed reading every bit of it. A must buy and a must read.
Highly recommended.”
“Read Dreadful desires. An awesome compilation. Excellent stories. Touching and real to life. Each story connects with you in some way or the other. A must buy. Very enjoyable.”
Author’s Blog
Friendship
Friendship is the essence of life,
It is the beauty of nature
Like the sweet song of the stream,
Like the sun’s fresh beam
Moving mountains with its power,
Like the fragrance of springs bower
A pillar of strength,
Standing tall amidst storms
Created by God – a lovely bond
A shoulder forever to lean on
The strongest relationship in life,
Sharing the joys and […]
HOPE
Abrupt black & white shadow in the hollows,
It’s just a ray of hope each one of us follows.
Footsteps working waveredly, but firm,
Moving ahead unaltered, like the clocks arm.
Nervous in a way, Yet confident always.
Thinking of the positive side,
But fears, unwilling to hide.
A rainbow appears -Bright, in imagination,
“But Aah!” the black ray is most […]
Entangled Identities – Chapter (1)
Preview – Chapter (1)
Reverie or Reality?
Stars were scattered on the surface like infinite glittering moments. Each moment was special and eternal – woven with beauty, mystic, passion, and pleasure.
Like the waves of the clouds, giving an illusion of the sea.
A scenery that filled the heart with subtle emotions, wanting […]