The Coveted Sky

About the Book: Sarah a young woman from a lower-middle-class background faces the struggles of balancing her dreams with societal expectations. Her love for mathematics began in her youth inspired by her math teacher but her family pushed her towards medical or engineering careers. After failing to crack the IIT entrance she enrolled in an engineering college studying computer science all while nurturing a dream of working in Silicon Valley. Along her journey Sarah experienced love first with the charming Suryansh followed by Mohit and Peter each bringing a unique chapter of romance into her life. Despite societal constraints her passions and dreams never wavered. Sarah's story is one of resilience as she navigates love career and personal aspirations still determined to chase her dreams—whether it's the Northern Lights or the mystical world of Narnia. Will she reach her goals? Her journey remains unfinished and her story is far from over. About the Author: Mrs. SOUBHAGINI PARIDA (MA PGDCA) Former lecturer for 10 years. Publications- More than100 Short Stories; Collection of 60 SHORT STORIES in 3 VOLUMES (Amitrakhyara (Coherent Staccato) Atharva Ishwara (Invalid God). Mugdha Mrugatrishna (Mesmerizing Mirage)) BEST STORY OF THE WEEK AWARD in STORY MIRROR 2022 for the story ‘Kharkiv to Poland’ and in 2023 for the story ‘Shantipuri Dhoti.’ Dr. Anannya Anupurva is a writer and a Medical Officer from Odisha with a rich educational background spanning both India and abroad. She did her MBBS in Bangalore Karnataka. Alongside her medical career she nurtures a deep passion for writing since her childhood days. She served on the magazine board during her college years and is a recipient of numerous certifications. Her short story book Salty Breeze of Sea Shore was published last year and she has contributed to three anthologies.