Published My First Gujarati Fiction Short Story!
The story is close to my heart — about how we all become life-changers in someone else’s story. ❤️
Before I tell you about my new book, Let me share a glimpse of my writing journey.
I’ve been writing since 2006. I began with poetry, and over time, life, psychology, and philosophy became my favorite genres to explore. When Facebook entered the scene, I started posting regularly — sharing life experiences, thoughts on political issues, concepts, and many spontaneous reflections. While Facebook gave me a platform, my passion for serious writing began to fade into the background.
(Back then, I had a Facebook and Instagram page under the name SwairViharee — a name I later changed to @writerswapnila after being advised not to use it due to its cultural significance and reverence.)
I dabbled in creative writing during that phase, but not consistently or with the quality I desired.
Around 2012, I transitioned into blogging. By 2014, I launched my first WordPress blog titled happywomenweb.wordpress.com, where I aimed to amplify women’s empowerment stories and envisioned it as a full-fledged digital magazine. However, juggling a demanding sales job made it difficult to take it further.
Over the years, I’ve created several blogs, including:
- yayavarwords.in (Gujarati blog)
- self-awareness.in
- I also had personal blog on Blogger and have contributed guest posts on various platforms.
A few years ago, I began writing books and self-publishing. I’ve already published one English and one Gujarati poetry book. Currently, I’m working on multiple manuscripts. Today, I’m thrilled to announce that one of them is now available for you to read.
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Since Gujarati is my native language, I find myself most expressive in it. A fictional concept had been brewing in my mind for a while, and I finally decided to shape it into a book series titled “Manuka” — a collection of love stories from a parallel universe.
These stories celebrate the raw, innocent, and often random expressions of love — the kind that appears in life’s difficult moments, holds your hand, walks with you toward healing, and then quietly disappears, never seeking closure. I want to capture the essence of that unconditional love — the kind that quietly makes the world a little better.
Today, I published the first short story in this series.
It’s called “Paranu — પારણું”
The story delves into a man’s inner emotional journey toward fatherhood and the rollercoaster of emotions that ripple through the lives of those around him. It explores how we unknowingly play life-altering roles in each other’s stories — how destiny weaves our paths together, and in the end, how we all help ride each other home.
📘 Please note: This is an e-book and it’s in Gujarati.
🔗 You can find the link here: [https://amzn.in/d/iKrWwVP]
Available in very minimal price- and Kindle members can read for free.
The next story in this series is ready and currently being edited. I plan to release it next month.
Honestly, this Gujarati book should’ve been published long ago — perhaps in 2020 — but as they say, better late than never. Now that I’ve started, there’s no turning back.
Your blessings and feedback mean a lot to me. 🙏
P.S. Do you think I should work on a translated version too? I’d love to hear your suggestions!
