The smile that spoke at last

About the Book: Lost in thought Ira sipped her favorite coffee oblivious to the world around her. It wasn't until she noticed a young child laughing and playing with a balloon held by his mother that she was snapped back into the moment. Their joy made her smile and in that instant she realized what had been missing in her life. Though she had been divorced for a couple of years Ira was truly happy—single and rediscovering herself. Her recent trip to Bangalore to visit her roommate Krupa from London had brought new joy into her life and a small giggle slipped from her lips startling those nearby. As a professional woman she now embraced her independence enjoying weekday outings filled with Bollywood music and dancing with friends. Sundays were her time to unwind staying home and cooking biryani for her family. Life was slowly but surely falling into place. About the Author: Kalyani Lonkar is a biotechnologist with a rich background in healthcare and currently works as a counselor for international students. “The Smile Spoke at Last� is her debut book born from a long-standing desire to write—a goal delayed by personal challenges and resilience through adversity. Kalyani's life journey beginning in 2019 unfolded against the backdrop of a global pandemic international travel and the personal transformations explored in this book. Kalyani holds a Master’s degree from Greenwich University London. A passionate traveller avid reader and self-taught chef and baker she dreams of opening her own café. No longer one to wait for happiness she finds joy in small moments like reading alone in a coffee shop or watching movies solo. Embracing independence and self-discovery Kalyani shares her life experiences openly on her Instagram channel where she connects authentically with her audience.