What Do I Love
Love the poem
taciturn
love the voice
love the roots
taking space
love the crisp
turn of the phrase
importunate word
strip teasing me into
surrender,
love rainbow in your eyes;
what do I love
but barking times
of restlessness?
Ananya S Guha lives in Shillong in Northeast India. His poems have been published in both print and electronic formats, and he has been writing poetry for the last forty years.
Two plates
And now I see you
as you go down the long corridor
and you wanted love
and you wanted to help me
because I am alone
and empty was a refrigerator
and nobody needed me
My head hurts because of me
of all ghosts
who possessed me
There was no place for you
normal and sensual.
And now I see you
as you go down the long corridor
and I want to scream
and I want to get you back
but I still close the door
because my spirit has returned
to torture me
invited
to dinner
with two plates set
and me alone…
Tanja Ajtic was born in Belgrade, Serbia. She lived and studied in Serbia. She is a poet and a writer but she is also an artist. She also deals with fine graphics. Since 2002, she lives and creates in Canada. Moved to Belgrade, Serbia 2023. Tanja Ajtic is a member of many groups and associations. In Serbia, she is a member of the prestigious Society of Writers of Belgrade. Her poems and stories have been published: two hundred collections (books), anthologies and electronic books. Her poems have been published in twelve languages.
She published a book, Outlines of Love. She participated with books and anthologies at many fairs in the world with other authors. In 2024 and 2025, Ajtic collaborated with Indian poet Sourav Sarkar on two joint poetry collections that present two works by the poet in one book. – She won second prize in Great Britain from the Serbian Library in London (2019). – She won III World Prize for Excellence ;Cesar Vallejo; 2021 in the category of artistic excellence Lima, Peru, by the World Spanish Union of Writers and International Award of Excellence; from the World Spanish Union of Writers, UHE Mexico.
She won the I International Award of Excellence “Cita Del Glateo” Antonio De Ferrariis, IX edition 2022 – Rome, Italy, a prestigious award in the group of poets for the English language (IX edition of the award for foreign poetry in English) in 2022, Rome, Italy. – Winners of Foundation Naji Naaman literary prize iz 2023; (21 st Edition), from the Republic of Lebanon, Honor Prize (for complete work) for Literary prizes 2023. Poetry for the competition was submitted in three languages: English, French and Arabic. – Winning the 2023 “Zheng Nian Cup” Literary Award – Third Prize by the Beijing Mindfulness Literature Museum, China. – Winning Third Prize, Friedrich Schiller International Literary Competition (2025). She is the winner of many awards, diplomas and certificate. She is currently writing poetry, short stories, haiku, and Gogyoshi poetry as well as freelance graphic design.
May peace awaken all across the earth,
may golden sunlight warm us, chasing clouds of gray.
We long for smiles, for freedom, joy, and hope,
let love’s true paths forever guide our way.
Let nature bloom in all her grace,
for she belongs to every heart and land.
Do not destroy the gifts she freely gives,
for she remembers all by nature’s hand,
even when your eyes can no longer see.
Let the young embrace the light of life;
let sorrow cast no shadow on their days.
Do not teach them hatred for one another,
for hatred fills the world with grief and pain.
Let children keep the wonder of their youth.
Teach them to give with love and to receive.
Every child deserves a place of peace,
a safe haven where their dreams may gently breathe,
not hands that steal their innocence away.
Offer peace to one another.
If you take this world’s bright light,
its darkness will return to you.
Be humble, grateful, cherish every breath,
for no one has the right
to imprison another’s peace.
Release each other from pain and hate,
what good have they ever done?
Peace is the gift we all are searching for.
Why turn against each other,
making this beautiful world
a kingdom built on sorrow and chains?
Long live peace.
May your hearts forever shine with light.
It takes so little,
only one sincere,
truly human embrace.
Danijela Ćuk
Croatia
Fells with You
It was quite dawns
When it storms the skies,
I have seen the world
In your hopeful eyes.
I have found my peace
Within a steady view,
Because the journey
May have with you.
In two wandering souls
With one steady pace,
We are finding our rhythm
In time and space.
Even the map of life
Are vast and wide,
But with your fingers
It’s locked in mine.
Biography
Dr. Debabrata Maji’s journey is one woven with the artistry of words, the precision of engineering, and the resounding echoes of literary passion. His life’s path meandered through the structured world of engineering before blossoming into an awe-inspiring legacy in the poetic realm. Despite pursuing a career in engineering, the written word never loosened its grip on his soul. It was as if poetry was inscribed into his very being, waiting patiently for the right moment to erupt into brilliance. And erupt, it did. What followed was an unstoppable rise through the ranks of the World Poetic Fraternity, marking Dr. Maji as a luminary in contemporary literature. His literary prowess, distinguished by a profound sensitivity and refined craftsmanship, has been recognized far and wide. The world acknowledged his contributions by bestowing upon him twenty two Honorary Doctorates, a testament to the depth and impact of his work. Recognition followed in waves, with twelve prestigious Annual Literary Awards adorning his illustrious career – one of the most remarkable being the Silver Saraswati Statue, a symbol of divine wisdom and artistic excellence.
The weight of his influence is evident in the vast array of publications that carry his name. His unique poetic creations have graced numerous magazines, newspapers, and contemporary anthologies, reaching readers across India and beyond. His artistry, rooted in heartfelt emotions and intricate expressions, carved a distinct space within global literary landscapes. Dr. Maji’s written legacy is solidified through thirteen remarkable poetry collections, each bearing the coveted ISBN. His Bengali version books – Kavita Bichitra, Kavita Darpan, Probad Angina, Premer Boikunth, Sonnet Bhaskar, Harano Bamsari, Smarane Manane, Barnera Rahasya, Vande Mataram and English versions Dreamscape, The Peace, The Divine Glow, Maxims 500 are more than literary works; they are extensions of his soul.
They have found their way into the hands of eager readers, offering solace, beauty, and wisdom through poetic verses that transcend time. These titles bear witness to his unwavering commitment to poetry and the sheer brilliance of his literary craft. His story is not merely about accolades or achievements. Very recently he was conferred with ‘Swarno Padok’ by Kolkata based Bango Sanskriti Sangsad for his book ‘The Peace’. It is about a man who dared to transform life’s melodies into poetry, leaving behind an enduring legacy that will inspire generations to come.
Silence rests
Silence rests in the buds
It soaks their being
When the flower is ready to manifest
Silence blooms and acquires colours
And learns to dance in illusion’s lap
It witnesses the sun to taste warmth
The flowers and silence encounter love
when the first bees come
Together they weave a love story
A bereavement lost in shadows
Suddenly, the seasons learn
that they have names
And the rainbow discovers
Its hues before freezing
on the sky.
The birds learn about
about the importance of
having a purpose.
The mystical arc
hides behind the silky clouds.
Guayaquil in the afternoon
Walking one autumn afternoon,
Guayaquile, the largest capital of Ecuador,
Surrounding the beauty of shining development all around.
There is the famous river walkway,
The shops are beautifully decorated.
You will see colorful houses in this city.
The house is colored in the colorful colors of this city.
The history of industrial trade still stands today,
As a historical area.
As the main port of the country,
At the urging of trade,
As an international trade center.
If you want to see lots of iguanas,
But that city is a trip once.
West across the Guayas River,
of the gulf of Guayaquil in the pacific ocean,
As you approach,
you will find the city of Guayaquil.
To visit the Malecon, Laspices,
Let’s go to that city.
Date: 22.07.2026
Amb. Dr. Priyanka Neogi is from Coochbehar. She is an administrative controller of United Nations’ PAF, a librarian, a CEO of Lio Messi International Property & Land Consultancy, international literacy worker, sports & peace promoter, dancer, singer, reciter, live telecaster, writer, editor, researcher, literary journalist, host, beauty queen, international co-ordinator of the Vijay Mission of Community Welfare Foundation of India.
Last Call
So here
we are,
what is
true
and what
is not,
bombs blasting
eardrums
and hearts,
across the sea
and coming soon,
many of us
not wanting
to believe,
but we must
do something…
to change
the insanity.
City Coup
Hop on that daily train,
a rolling computer screen.
Hum of the rails
ignoring all the neighbors.
Habits
dictating.
On-and-off
stops.
Perhaps always leaving
and arriving…
in the same state
of mind?…
sick and unchangeable?
Somewhere
He dreams
of her
every night.
Believing
there is someone
good…
somewhere.
Everywhere
Searching for the Saints of Glory
long prairies into the sky
mountaintops with sun highlights
sea washing shores of continents
songs singing upward
a mighty voice
with millions joining
heaven here and everywhere.