📑 COLLECTED IN SILENCE: Explore the depths of Silence through enchanting Short Stories by Rahul Bhandari

BOOK DETAILS : 

• ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0FJ74TJ2H
• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently Published (18 July 2025)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Paperback ‏ : ‎ 150 pages
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8292730590

ABOUT THE AUTHOR : 

Rahul Bhandari is a storyteller at heart, with a career that spans over 15 years in television direction, programming, and production. Holding a Master’s degree in Mass Communication, he has worked extensively with one of India’s leading multinational television network, shaping compelling content across formats. His experience behind the camera honed his instinct for narrative rhythm, emotional nuance, and the art of capturing human complexity.

But it was off-screen, in the quiet spaces between deadlines and edits, that Rahul discovered his deeper calling: fiction writing. Drawn to the emotional landscapes of characters and the transformative power of storytelling, he now channels his creative energy into crafting intimate, character-driven narratives that explore identity, memory, humor, and the quiet resilience of the human spirit.

His debut book, 'Collected In Silence', marked a reflective and poetic beginning to his literary journey — a reflection of his fascination with identity, memory, and the quiet resilience that defines the human spirit.

With 'Collected With Love', his second anthology, Rahul continued to explore the themes closest to his heart—love, connection, vulnerability, and the beauty found in everyday lives.

With 'Collected With Smile', Rahul turned his lens toward laughter—embracing satire, wit, and the healing joy of humor. This third anthology showcased his versatility as a writer, blending emotional insight with comic relief, and proving that transformation can come not only through silence or love—but also through a well-earned chuckle.

He turned to suspense with 'Collected In Mystery'—a gripping anthology that showcases his flair for psychological nuance and narrative twists.

His latest poetry collection, 'Main Keh Na Saka', explores unspoken emotions and heartfelt reflections. Through evocative verses, it captures the beauty of silence, longing, and love, inviting readers to connect with feelings often left unsaid.

Rahul continues to write with the same passion that once fuelled his work in television: to connect, to provoke thought, and to illuminate the hidden corners of the human experience.

BOOK REVIEW :

Some books don’t demand your attention—they earn it, slowly and gently. Collected In Silence is one such anthology, where the pauses between words matter just as much as the words themselves.

This collection of short stories explores silence not as an absence, but as a presence; layered, expressive, and deeply human. Rahul Bhandari crafts moments where emotions simmer beneath stillness: the kind of silence that follows heartbreak, precedes a life-altering choice, or wraps itself around solitude like a familiar blanket. Each story feels like a quiet conversation with the reader, intimate and unhurried.

What truly stands out is the emotional restraint in the writing. The author doesn’t over-explain or dramatise; instead, he trusts the reader to sit with the unsaid. The narratives flow through everyday realities and introspective spaces, blending realism with subtle imagination. There’s a lyrical quality to the prose that makes even the simplest moments, waiting, remembering, letting go; feel profound.

This anthology isn’t meant to be rushed. It’s best experienced in fragments: a story before bed, a chapter during a quiet afternoon, or a few pages when the world feels too loud. Each piece leaves behind a lingering afterthought, reminding us that silence can comfort, confront, and heal.

Collected In Silence is perfect for readers who enjoy contemplative literary fiction, character-driven stories, and emotional depth without excess drama. It’s a gentle yet powerful reminder that sometimes, the most meaningful stories are the ones whispered, not shouted.

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