drishtirupa das
I am a writer, author, communications professional, and storyteller exploring the intersections of lived experiences, emotional truth, and stories that leave a lasting impact.
For nearly two decades, my work has lived at the intersection of communication, media, literature, and human experience — shaped by observation, reflection, and an enduring curiosity about the inner lives people quietly carry within them.
Through books, essays, reflective writing, and creative storytelling, my work seeks to understand the deeper psychological and emotional realities that shape our inner and outer worlds, and the meaningful conversations that emerge from them.
Featured Works

Reader Reviews on Amazon
★★★★★
An absolutely profound read that doesn’t shy away from the harsh realities of abuse and the struggle to leave. Sharanagati perfectly captures the emotional turning point where a woman decides to stop sacrificing her peace for a relationship that will never change. It’s a beautiful story of survival, resilience and reclaiming your life. A beautiful second book from this author!
★★★★★
This book (Dear Arjie) felt like a quiet hug… And the writing? So soft, so emotional, and still so grounded. It’s not a loud love story, but a deeply felt one.
★★★★★
Dear Arjie is a book which you will keep close to your heart… it is a longing, it is comforting and at the same time it is an ache but, ultimately a homecoming.
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Blog
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Beyond Bruises: The Mental Health Impact of Abuse
Every May, Mental Health Awareness Month encourages conversations around anxiety, depression, stress, and emotional wellbeing. Yet one of the most devastating causes of long-term psychological trauma often remains under-discussed: domesticabuse.…
Why Stories Need a Home
For a long time, I resisted the idea of creating a personal website. Perhaps some part of me believed that meaningful work should quietly find its own way into the world. I preferred notebooks…
