My debut poetry book, Water and Wine

I am elated to share the news that my debut poetry book “Water and Wine”, by Writersgram Publications is finally out in the world.It has been a beautiful journey of knitting the words into poetic order and giving them a life. I am extremely thankful to Writersgram Publications for making my dream a reality.

Back Cover Blurb

This book is a priceless collection of twenty-five poems of the author. It is a voyage in itself where the goal- the emancipation of the self through poems is known yet the path leading to the same was still to be discovered. These poems are a reflection of self- memoir. Their range is wide and varieties are many, yet, they all come together making an organic whole where one blends with the other. The book provides an opportunity for one who aspires to having a relentless journey through poems dealing with seasons and birds, despair and delight, love and longing for spiritual reflections. Some are easily comprehensible to a reader; some throw a challenge to even an ardent lover of poetry. Some are meant for a family reading sitting at one point; some demand an adult’s reflection in solitude. Some may be treated as being a part of light reading; some may withstand the passage of time, yet, every single one- long or short, micro or sonnet- will tickle the mind of a reader. The verses given in the book are bold and pregnant with a touch of philosophical exposition. All the poems given in this book belong to free style verse.

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Poetry Published at Spillwords.com, La Lune

I am happy to share my French poem, ’ La Lune’ which has been published by Spillwords Press. I am grateful to the entire team for making me more conscious and aware. 

This French poem, La Lune, translated as ‘The Moon’ in English, is an ode to the Moon and its light, a blissful association of nature with human beings. The union of the Moon has been shown in many works in the past yet the portrayal is not archaic. The relationship is unique in its own way meaning that all other relationships in life need to be reciprocated but nature brings peace to the thought process without demanding anything in return. Whereas, as human beings, we forget that nature needs to be loved in order to maintain ecological balance. Hence, the central theme of this work is to evoke the importance of nature which creates a deep reflection and tenderness inside one which materialistic things or relationships are unable to do. Besides, it has been personified as a lover of the poetess who will remain faithful till the last breadth of his life. The belonging to our only natural satellite is symbolic and spiritual in this particular piece of art.

 

https://spillwords.com/la-lune/ Open the link to read my poem

I am active again after a longtime as I enjoy sharing my poems with others.

Bhavya Prabhakar

 

 

My poem voted as Publication of the Year(International) 2021 at Spillwords Press

Spillwords Press Awards 2022

Dear Readers,

I feel humbled and honored that my poem “ LA VIE EN ROSE” has been voted as the International Publication of the Year, 2021. I am extremely grateful to those who have voted for my poem.

I feel truly blessed to have such a recognition and the credit goes to the entire team of Spillwords Press for the support and the acceptance that my pieces have received. I have never written for purpose, yet, have created a purpose. I am happy to reach more and more people through my words.

Thank you!

Bhavya

Poetry published at Spillwords.com- ” Les Yeux”

I am pleased to share that my poem “ Les Yeux” has been published at Spillwords.com. It’s an honor to share space with such talented people. I am thankful to the entire team of Spillwords Press.

A French poem inspired by Shiromi Pinto’s line

The poem, Les Yeux, which literally means ‘The Eyes’ in English, is a sort of self-meditation on one’s own reflection, which, in turn, represents a continuous engagement of body and soul. It’s a fusion of what you see, what you feel, and how you react; moreover, human beings have the ability to pretend their feelings. That is the reason why eyes become the door or the carrier, which takes a person towards his soul. In other words, eyes are the medium that conveys the truth or the lie. This poem expresses the idea that eyes may be of any color but which one will convey the reality is a challenge. It’s not eyes, which are in question, but the notion or understanding of how we perceive things through eyes, which is the original reflection of self and others.

You can read my poem here.

Have a wonderful day!

Bhavya

My poem “ La Vie en Rose”, nominated for Publication of the Year (International Category) at Spillwords Press.

I am elated to share that my poem “La Vie en Rose” has been nominated for the publication of the Year (International Category) at Spillwords Press, NYC. It would be great if all of my well-wishers spare some time and vote for my poem. As this poem is very close to my heart, I will be delighted to have your vote.

The voting is easy. You don’t need a Spillwords- account to login and vote. You can simply vote from your Twitter and Facebook accounts.

You can read my poem here

Here is the link for voting

The voting has already started on 26 January, 2022. It will end on 30 January, 2022.

I would like to thank everyone for reading my work, thereby making my journey fruitful.

Bhavya

 

Poem published in Too Well Away Literary Journal- The New Moon

It’s always a privilege to see your work in printed form. My poem “ The New Moon” published in Too Well Away Literary Journal, Issue 1, 2021. I am extremely grateful to the editor Amber Thompson for giving this opportunity.

I am happy to share my poem here. Please read and comment if you like my work. Happy reading to all: bloggers and writers!

Bhavya

Parisian Streets and the French Connection

I wish to share my prose poem “Parisian Streets and the French Connection” which had been published by Spillwords Press. I am extremely grateful to the editors for accepting my work. This piece has the sole aim of representing the journey itself.

Spillwords.com presents: Parisian Streets and the French Connection, prose by Bhavya Prabhakar, a visiting lecturer by profession …

Source: Parisian Streets and the French Connection

Poems published in Muse India

I am excited to share that my four poems, ‘ The Shooting Star’, ‘In the Dreams’, ‘ An Anxious Mother’, and ‘ Your Soul’ have been published in a literary e-journal, Muse India. It has a primary objective of showcasing Indian writings in English. The journal offers a wide range of literary forms- poetry, essays, short stories, conversations with writers and book reviews. I am filled with gratitude to see my work on the website. I’m thankful to the editors and the entire team of Muse India.

Here is the link to the new edition released recently http://www.museindia.com/Home/ViewContentData?arttype=poems&issid=94&menuid=9230

Happy blogging!!

Bhavya Prabhakar

The City of Lights | Bhavya Prabhakar

The hangings have bellied out with the winds Trying to be mischievous in this weather, The nights have become longer and darker In the wait of dawn, …

The City of Lights | Bhavya Prabhakar

Hi all,

Please share and like my poem for a poetry competition. Thank you

Happy reading!

Poetry published in the Free Verse Revolution ‘The Mirror’: Theme Reflection

I am delighted to see my poem ‘ The Mirror’ published on the Free Verse Revolution. I am extremely thankful to the EIC Kristiana Reed for considering and accepting my work. It gives me immense pleasure and pride to share space with such talented writers.

You can read my full poem here.

I was wearing red robe 

Like a model of Yves Saint Laurent, 

The fragrance was uniformed and desperate

With a touch of satisfying beauty,

My hands were freezing at zero degree

At that time,

happy reading

Bhavya Prabhakar

Poetry Published in Indian Periodical ” O My Love”

I am happy to share that my poem ” O My love” is published in Indian Periodical. I am really thankful to the entire team for supporting my work.

It’s an attempt to celebrate love through the curiosity of words. This piece of work is inspired by W.B. Yeats’ poem, “A Drinking Song” where wine is witnessing the love for beloved in a subtle and charismatic way.

“Wine comes in at the mouth

And love comes in at the eye;

That’s all we shall know the truth

Before we grow old and die.

I lift the glass to my mouth,

I look at you, and I sigh.”

-W.B.Yeats

You can read my poem here http://indianperiodical.com/2020/09/o-my-love/

Have a great day!

Bhavya

To Self

 

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“Building a hemisphere of life

can cause an injury to the left or the right hemisphere

in the situations unrealistic, perverted by time;

urging for something to happen

in the sphere of interest

can be subjected to desires unknown

turning into desperation firmly;

hemisphere of life has despised itself, peculiarly

for the conspiracy to destroy the self”

A note to self: having a desire is natural but desperation

can lead to mental imbalance.

©bhavya

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Poetry published at Spillwords, New York based Press.

I am so thrilled to share that my poem “Diaspora” has been published in Spillwords, a New York based Press.  I am really thankful to the editor –in- chief, Dagmara, and the entire team for accepting and supporting my work. Diaspora has its roots in African literature, how the Blacks get portrayed in the novels written by African writers. It shows the tangled relationship of the Blacks with other communities. This piece of work was written after the incident of George Floyd.

You can read my poem here which touches a dominant social issue. Click the link to read and do rate my poem.

Have a great day!

Bhavya Prabhakar

MICROPOETRY

 

I am away from glory

To catch hold of lory

Flying high in the story

I am away from glory

Travelling in the lorry

In the love of Morry!

 

©bhavya

Photo by Pinterest

Lory- A small parrot of Australia and Indonesia

Sometimes you just want to pen down something light and lyrical which one may enjoy, reading through the tunes of words.

 

Poetry published in the Pendemic Journal, Ireland: Time

I am so excited to share that my poem “ Time” is published in Pendemic Journal, which depicts well the current situation of Coronavirus Pandemic. At the same time I am so happy to share the space with the poem written and read by the President of Ireland “Take care“

Pendemic Journal is not a literary magazine. They are a group of writers that met at the John Hewitt International Summer School in Armagh in July 2019. They have created this site to publish new writing in response to Coronavirus disease (COVID-19). I am extremely thankful to the editors for publishing my work and making it part of the Journal.

Read my full poem here

happy blogging

Bhavya