In an age where poetry often oscillates between dense, academic expression and bite-sized “Instagram verse,” finding something that feels genuinely  felt  can be surprisingly rare.  Your Eyes Trip Me  by  Rishbh Tiwari  sits comfortably in the contemporary minimalist space—but what sets it apart is its sincerity. At just 160 pages and priced under ₹250, this collection doesn’t demand much of your time or money. I picked it up on a whim, expecting a quick read—and that’s exactly what I got. What I didn’t expect was how many of the poems would linger long after I’d finished. The Power of Emotional Honesty The strongest aspect of Tiwari’s writing is its rawness. These poems revolve largely around love, longing, and emotional vulnerability—but they don’t feel manufactured or overly stylized. Instead, they read like fragments of lived experience. The language is simple, almost deceptively so. There’s no attempt to impress with complexity or obscure metaphors. An...

  Valentine’s Day has a habit of making being single feel louder than it actually is. The truth is simpler. Being single is not a lack. It is unused space. Instead of resisting the day, repurpose it. Skip the pressure, the expectations, and the comparisons. Do something indulgent without apology. Eat what you love. Rest without guilt. Buy yourself something small and unnecessary. Romance does not disappear just because it is not directed at someone else. If you want company, make it social rather than romantic. Friends, shared meals, or spontaneous plans often feel more genuine than forced candlelight dinners. If you want solitude, claim it fully. Quiet can be restorative when it is chosen. Reading is an underrated Valentine’s ritual. Rishbh Tiwari’s new book  Your Eyes Trip Me...  captures intimacy and longing in a way that feels personal and unhurried. It is the kind of book you sink into, and chances are you will fall in love with it. Valentine’s Day will pass whether ...