Author & Creator
For Aishwarya Damodar, writing is not just craft – it is her most personal form of connection, her quiet rebellion against impermanence, and her way of enabling others to feel seen. As a poet, blogger, and essayist, she weaves her own journey of resilience, loss, and belonging into works that resonate far beyond the page. Her writing reflects a rare combination of disciplined craft and raw honesty, making her both a poet and a pioneer of her own kind.
Her works have been critically reviewed and appreciated, with Inkspiration and Soulful Musings both featured in the SundayX-Press Review (Sikkim Express, Gangtok) by acclaimed author and literary critic Pankaj Giri, who has been recognized for his contribution to contemporary Indian literature through multiple national accolades and media features.
Of Inkspiration: A Collection of Poetic Musings, he wrote:
“Aishwarya is a master in wordplay, metaphors, and other figures of speech… Inkspiration is a masterful collection of poems exploring the themes of self-discovery, finding hope in dark times, grief, and much more… breathtaking… a must-read for poetry lovers and readers who love good writing in general.”
(SundayX-Press Review, Sikkim Express, 16 February 2025)
On Soulful Musings, he wrote:
“Soulful Musings is truly a remarkable collection of diverse, brilliantly written poems. The poems have a lot of depth and are thought-provoking, and the exemplary language coupled with the mesmerizing verses result in a truly enjoyable reading experience. A must-read not only for lovers of poetry but for readers who appreciate mature, evocative writing.”
(SundayX-Press Review, Sikkim Express, 22 December 2024)
Her books have reached readers without fanfare or marketing – purely through word of mouth and the depth of their emotional truth.
Books Section
Inkspiration
Within the pages of Inkspiration, Aishwarya Damodar explores profound themes – from the allure of nature to the labyrinthine corridors of the mind and the quiet existential questions that define us. Every poem is a window into resilience, self-discovery, and hope in unexpected places.
Soulful Musings
A deeply reflective anthology, Soulful Musings invites readers into landscapes of resilience, introspection, and meaning-making. Its voice is both intimate and universal, holding space for vulnerability and strength
Verse Visions (Coming 2025)
Verse Visions is Aishwarya Damodar’s most defining and innovative work to date – a genre-defying autobiography rendered entirely in classic poetic forms. More than a memoir, it is an immersive tapestry of verse that is intimate, bold, and profoundly human.
Blogs
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