As May ushers in a gentle summer bloom, The Wise Owl takes flight once again with a vibrant edition that celebrates the power of words and art to transcend borders, cultures, and time.

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This month, we are privileged to feature the multifaceted academic and poet Malashri Lal, whose evocative poetry collection Mandalas of Time is receiving well-deserved praise. Complementing this is our interaction with Chandralekha Dubey, an accomplished artist whose meditative dot mandala art mirrors the intricate beauty of the cosmos and inner self.

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Our Talking Books segment hosts a compelling conversation with Amit Shankar Saha about his poignant and lyrical book Etesian:: Barahmasi, which captures the rhythms of the seasons and the human condition in a deeply personal voice.

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The Poetry, Fiction, and Creative Nonfiction sections bring together a rich mosaic of voices from around the world—poets and storytellers who inspire, challenge, and move us with their words.

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In our Review section, we shine a light on the critically acclaimed novel Ajita by K. Sridhar, a work that has sparked thoughtful discourse in literary circles. We also bring you a nuanced film review of The Life List, a cinematic exploration of memory, legacy, and choice.

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Our Wise Owl Picks for May feature an exciting mix: Heart Lamp by Bhanu Mushtaq, Why We Die by Venki Ramakrishnan, and Din About Chinhs by Dr. Santosh Bakaya—three works that offer profound insights into the human experience.

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The Visual Arts segment showcases our exclusive coverage of the 11th edition of World Art Dubai 2025, which presented over 400 artworks by 200+ artists from more than 60 countries. We were thrilled to interact with artists from Iran, Syria, USA, Britain, Ecuador, UAE, and India—each voice adding to the global symphony of creativity.

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Rounding off this issue is our special feature on Masarratfatima, an Indian paper-cut artist based in Dubai, whose intricate and poetic works turn fragility into strength and silence into eloquence.

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As always, we hope this edition ignites your imagination, provokes thought, and kindles the quiet joy that only art and literature can bring. Until next time, keep reading, keep creating.

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