April 2, 2025

Dr Sonali Pattnaik

Dr Sonali Pattnaik is an award-winning poet, academic, educator and visual artist from India.
who has a PhD in English and has taught for over twenty years at Delhi, Mumbai, and Gujarat University. Her debut book of poetry, ‘when the flowers begin to speak’, was published by Writers Workshop. Her art and poetry have appeared in journals including, Muse India, Café Disenssus, Setu, The Hong Kong Review and Fem Asia and several international print anthologies.

February 29, 2024
Dr Sonali Pattnaik
Poem

the womb of the ocean

Sonali’s poem explores the ocean’s depths and mysteries, revealing a mysterious shore scene before returning to the sea, exclusively for Different Truths. shifting banks stinging stones my feet are...

February 14, 2024
Dr Sonali Pattnaik
Poem, Special Feature

beyond kisses: love and a vulnerable confession

Sonali’s poem explores love’s depths, weaving longing, vulnerability, and fear. It explores the intricate dance of love, balancing joy, and doubt, exclusively for Different Truths. you, weaver of dreams,...

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the womb of the ocean

beyond kisses: love and a vulnerable confession

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