book reviews
Reviews of books by relationship gurus, dating experts, and cautionary tale-tellers.
The Last Loaf
In a small, war-torn village nestled between crumbling hills and whispering trees, hunger was no longer a stranger—it was a constant companion. The villagers had grown used to empty cupboards and silent kitchens. Fields once golden with wheat now lay barren, and even the birds had forgotten their songs.
By Najeeb Scholer7 months ago in Humans
The Clockmaker’s Paradox: Time Was Never Mine to Fix. AI-Generated.
In the heart of an old cobblestone village, nestled between ivy covered shops and foggy alleyways, there stood a tiny workshop with a crooked sign that read: Elian’s Timepieces Repairs for the Past, Present & Future. Inside, lived Elian Merrick, a man with silver hair, calloused hands, and a soul stitched together by seconds and minutes. To the villagers, Elian was nothing more than the aging clockmaker who rarely left his shop. But Elian’s story ran much deeper than gears and ticking hands.
By Hasnain Bacha7 months ago in Humans
The surprising trend of converting to Islam around the world: Why people are choosing Islam.
The Surprising Trend of Converting to Islam Around the World: Why People Are Choosing Islam Despite Islamophobia In an era marked by widespread misinformation, cultural clashes, and rising Islamophobia, one trend continues to surprise sociologists and religious scholars alike: the steady and, in some regions, growing number of people converting to Islam.
By waseem khan7 months ago in Humans
Mastering Emotional Stability at Work: The Calm Power Behind Success.
Introduction In today's fast-paced, high-pressure work environments, technical skills and expertise can't help you achieve your goals. What distinguishes truly successful professionals is often not what they know, but how they handle themselves especially under pressure. Emotional stability, or the ability to remain calm and focused in challenging situations, is increasingly recognized as one of the most powerful attributes in the modern workplace.
By Sayed Zewayed7 months ago in Humans
How to Reduce Anxiety
Simple Strategies for a More Peaceful Life In our fast-paced, ever-connected world, anxiety has become an unwelcome companion for many. The constant barrage of information, the pressures of modern life, and the inherent uncertainties of the future can leave us feeling overwhelmed, on edge, and perpetually worried. While a certain degree of anxiety is a natural human response, a persistent and overwhelming sense of dread can severely impact our quality of life, relationships, and overall well-being. The good news is that anxiety, in its various forms, is highly manageable. This comprehensive guide will illuminate practical, evidence-based strategies designed to help you calm your mind, reduce anxiety, and cultivate a more peaceful and fulfilling existence.
By Najeeb Scholer7 months ago in Humans
The Light Inside Lucas
Lucas was a quiet boy in a loud world. At twelve years old, he had already learned how to become invisible—not by magic or by hiding under tables, but by shrinking his presence so no one would notice. He sat in the back of classrooms, avoided the center of photographs, and never raised his hand unless he was absolutely sure. And even then, only halfway.
By Muhammmad Zain Ul Hassan7 months ago in Humans
The Golden Egg
In a quiet village nestled between the emerald folds of ancient hills, a strange tale lived on the lips of its oldest inhabitants—the tale of The Golden Egg. It was a story children whispered during twilight games and elders repeated around crackling hearth fires. Most called it a myth. A bedtime tale. But every story has a seed of truth.
By Muhammmad Zain Ul Hassan7 months ago in Humans
The Strong One Is Suffering
They call me the strong one. The reliable one. The one you go to when your life is falling apart, when you need advice at midnight, when you're on the edge and need someone to talk you down. I’ve worn that label like armor for years—believing it meant I was valuable, needed, even loved.
By Nadeem Shah 7 months ago in Humans
Brave Lady
It was the seventh day of Ramazan when our world quietly began to fall apart, though none of us knew it yet. That morning, a message arrived from Saudi Arabia. Our father had died in a tragic accident. He was thousands of miles away, and only one person in our family was told immediately our mother.
By khalid khan7 months ago in Humans
