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Hi…..I am Taslim
Life is a beautiful gift; all our experiences make it even more beautiful and astounding.
It is a beautiful journey. It is like sugar in a cup of tea or coffee. Sweetness is nothing but an individual’s choice.
I am a retired Chief General Manager and an alumnus of prestigious institutions like IIT/ISM, Dhanbad, NITIE, Mumbai, and Law College, Betul (MP). I have enriched my knowledge through a short-term course on the Science of Happiness at Berkeley University, USA, offered by edX, Geneva. I am from Supaul, Bihar, India, a town on the border with Nepal.
I write in English and Hindi. My book Scattered Leaves has won the International Emily Dickinson Award; Snapshot has won the Dickens Gold Medal; The Dance of Existence has won the Nepal Literary Award; The Dance of Life and Loss has won the Emblem of Excellence 2025; and Colours of Life has been lauded with a 5-star rating from Readers’ Favorite.
Scattered Leaves is a journey through life’s quiet yet profound moments, woven into verses that resonate with the heart’s most delicate emotions. Each poem within these pages is like a leaf, separated from the tree yet carrying its own story, floating freely in the winds of thought and feeling.
This book is for those who cherish the whisper of falling leaves, see stories in every fleeting moment, and hold onto memories like delicate petals.
May these poems bring comfort, reflection, and a gentle reminder that even scattered, each leaf has a purpose and every emotion a place.
May Scattered Leaves inspire you to embrace your moments of reflection and find comfort in the scattered yet purposeful path we travel.
With love and gratitude to all who walk this poetic journey with me.
Scattered Leaves has won the International Emily Dickinson Award.
Md Taslim
“The Dance of Existence” is a journey that offers a fresh perspective on the intricate dance of human experience. Life, in all its complexity, is a multifaceted game filled with moments of joy, sorrow, love, and pain.
From the seductive rhythms of belly dancing to the bold spectacle of a swimwear show, we encounter the innumerable ways people express their identities and desires. We delve into the darker corners of human behavior, examining why we lie, cheat, or even commit crimes. Each inquiry invites us to uncover the motivations that drive us and the consequences that follow.
In a world where every moment is like a game, each one serves as a reflection on the fundamental questions we all face: What is love? What is joy? Why do we lie?
In this journey called life, patience becomes our guiding light—teaching us to slow down, reflect, and make better decisions. It’s the thread that weaves resilience, self-control, and success. Like in a game where strategy and timing are key, life requires us to embrace patience to overcome obstacles, achieve our goals, and find fulfillment. Patience empowers us and guides us toward making the right choices.
The Dance of Existence has won the Nepal Literary Award.
Life unfolds in fleeting moments—some profound, others seemingly ordinary—each carrying its meaning and mystery. Snapshots is a compelling collection of thoughts that captures the essence of human existence, exploring themes of identity, morality, power, relationships, and the socio-political landscape that shapes our world.
With sharp insight and thoughtful reflection, this book navigates the fine line between truth and illusion, questioning long-held beliefs and societal norms. It examines the ethical dilemmas of politics, the fragility of human connections, the lure of temptation, and the evolving nature of self-awareness. Through personal experiences, philosophical musings, and incisive social critique, Snapshots challenges readers to see beyond the surface and engage with life’s deeper complexities.
Provocative yet deeply introspective, this book invites readers to pause, reflect, and reconsider the world through a different lens. If you are drawn to literature that stimulates both intellect and emotion, Snapshots will leave you with questions to ponder and perspectives to explore long after the last page is turned.
Snapshot has won the Dickens Gold Medal
Dive into the complexities of human existence with “The Dance of Life and Loss”. This thought-provoking exploration traverses the landscapes of joy, sorrow, love, and betrayal. Each chapter offers a unique lens on the human condition, from the mesmerizing rhythms of belly dancing to the stark realities of a topless bar. This book challenges readers to confront uncomfortable truths and embrace the full spectrum of emotion. Discover why we seek forgiveness, the nature of our lives, and the essence of true humanity. A journey of self-reflection awaits.
The Dance of Life and Loss has won the Emblem of Excellence 2025
Before there was sound, there was silence.
Before there was “I,” there was being.
In that being, vast, weightless, and still
First question was born:
Who am I?
This book is not a teaching,
A remembering.
It is not a path to follow,
A mirror to see the self.
Each chapter is a breath.
Pause between two thoughts.
Where soul meets its own reflection.
Read not with mind that seeks, but
With heart that listens.
Truth is not something to be found.
It is something to be uncovered.
When noise fades,
Certainties dissolve,
You will find yourself standing.
In soft light of Eternal space
That light is emptiness and
Emptiness is love.