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The Quasimodo Apples
by Kashmala Dilawar
A wry study of neglect and worth, exploring what gets discarded for being imperfect, and the quiet resentment that can gather inside an ordinary household.
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Kashmala Dilawar
Kashmala Dilawar is a teacher and a reader at heart, endlessly curious about ideas, stories, and the spaces between them. She imagines freely and writes spontaneously, often allowing thoughts to take shape as they arrive, unfiltered and honest. Her writing reflects a quiet engagement with the world—shaped by reflection, observation, and an enduring love for learning.
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Drafts Of The Soul
TWS Publications hereby presents "Drafts Of The Soul," an anthology collection of the compiled works of aspiring writers.
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