Hello and welcome to my blog 'Mon Esprit' (My mind). My name is Abhra (both 'A's are pronounced as 'o'). I was born and raised in India and later migrated to Australia, which I now call home. I live in Melbourne with my lovely wife and an inquisitive daughter.

My creative journey began a while ago with writing journals and poetry. In my blog, you will find some of my personal stories, free verses, and fiction. Both countries, India and Australia, have had a cultural impact on what I write. So you will find a bit of both worlds.

I work as a senior software architect in the financial services industry, and people often ask me why I do not write about technology, security, or my nearly two decades of experience in this space. Even though I have never been a student of arts or humanities, human behaviour, connection, emotions, and history often marries my wonder and have always been the inspiration behind my creative streak.

My first book, 'Words from Isolation', was published last year. Thrown into isolation, we all found our lives reduced to the walls surrounding us. Birthed from these lockdowns, this debut poetry collection gives a fresh new voice that is introspective, tender, and empathetic. If you've ever felt consumed by love, loneliness, or grief, this book is a timely reminder that you can both feel deeply and live fully.

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