Ours Somehow

Ours Somehow is a collection of 11 short stories drawn from the rhythm of everyday life moments we often overlook yet quietly shape us. Each story invites you into ordinary settings where emotions run deep like a forgotten old bag a solitary cup of coffee a dream an unexpected conversation or the silence between two people. Through themes of love identity choices and belonging these stories explore what it means to be human in a world that moves too fast. Rooted in simplicity yet rich in feeling Ours Somehow is a gentle reminder that the most profound connections are often the quietest ones. I''m Apurva Lal Ranjan writing as Apryl. After 14 years in the corporate world as a finance professional I traded spreadsheets for stories and chose a slower more mindful life. Travel is my first love and a wellspring of creativity closely followed by food art and the quiet comfort of painting. Strong black coffee is my meditation and writing is where I pause reflect and make sense of life''s fleeting moments. My stories are drawn from lived experiences fleeting thoughts and deep conversations. They are personal yet hopefully universal. Thank you for holding them in your hands. I hope you find a part of yourself tucked within these pages.