In the ever-expanding world of poetry, few voices manage to blend raw vulnerability with universal resonance quite like Aarti Upadhyay. Her debut collection, Remnants: A Journey through Grief, Love and Becoming, is more than just a book — it’s a mirror for the soul, a gentle companion for anyone navigating the labyrinth of love, loss, and healing.
With piercing honesty and lyrical grace, Remnants explores what it means to break and rebuild. The poems are intimate, tender, and deeply personal, yet they echo emotions that feel achingly familiar. Grief, love, longing, and resilience intertwine on every page, reminding readers that while pain may shape us, it doesn’t define us. Instead, it’s in the act of becoming — of sifting through remnants of what was — that we truly begin to heal.
This poetic journey is a natural extension of Aarti’s professional world, where for over 14 years she has carved out a space in marketing and communications across diverse sectors — from advertising and IT to government consulting. A postgraduate from St. Xavier’s College, Ahmedabad, and a holder of a PG Certification in Advertising & PR from MICA, Aarti is no stranger to the power of narrative. Her career has been dedicated to helping brands tell their stories with clarity and authenticity. With Remnants, however, the narrative becomes personal.
At the heart of her writing lies a deep curiosity about the human psyche. Fascinated by the ways people process emotions and connect — often silently — Aarti’s poetry captures the nuances of internal landscapes. Her keen observation of human behavior, paired with her intuitive understanding of emotion, results in verse that feels both deeply specific and broadly relatable.
Beyond the page, Aarti is an avid reader and a lover of all things story. Whether drawn from the real world or crafted in imagination, stories fuel her spirit. She also holds a special place in her heart for dogs, believing they embody the truest form of love — unwavering, warm, and selfless.
With Remnants, Aarti Upadhyay invites readers to sit with their emotions, reflect on their own journeys, and find solace in knowing they are not alone. It’s a book to be savored slowly — one that comforts, provokes, and ultimately heals.
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