The Hidden Light of Vaanika

  Chapter 3: Whispers Between Hearts The village of Shivdara woke up slowly with the first golden rays of sunlight. Birds sang, temple bells rang softly, and somewhere—hearts were beginning to beat a little differently. Arin sat by the window of his guest room, sketchbook in hand. He had drawn her again—Vaanika. That moment in the temple courtyard stayed in his mind like an unfinished song. “Why does she feel… familiar?” he whispered to himself. Down the street, Vaanika walked to the temple, holding a basket of flowers. Her mind should’ve been full of daily chores—but it wasn’t. His voice… his eyes… something about him stayed with her. “It’s nothing,” she told herself. “I don’t even know him.” But the universe had its own plans. That afternoon, near the village school, Vaanika was helping little kids with their poems when she noticed someone quietly watching from behind the old neem tree. Arin. He quickly looked away when their eyes met. Embarrassed. Later, she caught him again—nea...

Chapter 2: When Winds Remember The winds in Shivdara had changed since that moment. The moment she fell. The moment he caught her. Vaanika didn’t see his face—just heard his voice and felt his hand. But Arin… he saw something. Not her full face—just a glimpse beneath her fluttering dupatta, like moonlight through clouds. But in that split second, time had slowed, and something stirred inside him. A spark. Unexplainable. Unfamiliar. Yet hauntingly known. Before he could make sense of it, Vaanika had stood up, her cheeks flushed, and rode away without a word, her anklets chiming like a forgotten melody fading into the distance. At the edge of the village, near the banyan grove, an old man smiled. Veer Baba, sitting on his meditation mat, opened his eyes slowly as if awakened by something only he could feel. The wind whispered secrets to him through the rustling leaves. He picked up a crystal from his side and held it against the golden sunlight. “Samay aa gaya hai,” he murmured to himsel...

  Chapter 1: The Forgotten Flame Shivdara, a quiet village where magic hides in plain sight… In the quiet village of Shivdara, nestled between emerald hills and mango-laden trees, lived a girl named Vaanika. Her name was like a soft whisper in the wind, her presence like a gentle drizzle in summer—pure, calm, and unnoticed. Born on a stormy night, her first cry echoed as thunder split the sky. Her mother passed away during childbirth, leaving behind a haunting silence. Her father, Ratan Singh, a kind yet grief-stricken man, remarried when Vaanika was just two years old—bringing Kamla into their lives. But instead of gaining a mother, Vaanika gained a burden. Kamla was not cruel with knives or words—but with indifference. Her own children, Aarav and Gauri, were pampered and sent to city schools. Vaanika? She swept floors, fetched water, cooked, and cared for the home. Yet she never once complained. Her calm eyes, always glowing with unspoken dreams, carried a quiet power. Unbeknowns...

"Some girls are born with fire in their souls… Vaanika was one of them." Today, I’m thrilled to share the front cover of my novel: The Hidden Light of Vaanika A Magical Love Story Before the magic began… she was just a girl with a dream. A simple girl, a mysterious destiny, and a love that changes everything. Already curious? If you missed yesterday’s intro, go check out the first post to know what this story is all about. https://vaanikatales.blogspot.com/2025/04/welcome-to-vaanikas-magical-world.html Coming Next: Chapter 1: The Forgotten Flame is on its way. Emotions, magic, courage, and love — just the beginning of Vaanika’s journey. Stay tuned and follow the blog so you don’t miss a single chapter. Thank you for being here. Your support means everything to me. Let’s grow this story together.  

Hello, dear readers! 🌟 I am so excited to introduce you to my debut novel, Vaanika—a story that blends magic, adventure, and personal growth. This blog will be your journey through her world, a village girl with hidden powers who embarks on a life-changing adventure that transforms her into a strong and successful woman. Vanika’s story begins in a small, quiet village where she lives an ordinary life, unaware of the extraordinary magic that runs through her veins. As she meets a foreign boy, her life takes a dramatic turn. With new friendships, hidden secrets, and an untapped magical world waiting to be discovered, Vaanika’s path is anything but ordinary. What’s in Store? Throughout this blog, you’ll follow Vaanika's journey, chapter by chapter, with twists and turns that will leave you wanting more. But there’s more! As a writer, I’m also sharing behind-the-scenes insights into how this story came to life, character development, and what inspired me to write about Vaanika. I’d lo...