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"Ghamm Ghamm Wasse Kaale Baddal" (The Rain Came) is the story of Oganda- the girl who was to be sacrificed to the Lake Monster to bring about rains. This story is said to be inspired by a tale related to Ogot by her grandmother. Listen to the story to find what happens to her. About the writer- Grace Emily Ogot (15 May 1930-18 March 2015) was a Kenyan author, nurse, journalist, politician and dipl...

"Ghar da Piar" ( Love of/from Home) is an essay touching on the role of home and values received from home in personality building. Principal Teja Singh was born in 1894 in Adiala, Rawalpindi (Punjab Province, British India). He wrote extensively in English as well as Punjabi. 🎧 Narrated by Dr. Manpreet Sahota , this audiobook brings literature to life through compelling storytelling. If you like...

Hawa (Wind) is an account of the communal violence of 1947, and its impact on ordinary Punjabis Gurdev Singh Rupana (13 April 1936 – 5 December 2021) was a distinguished Punjabi author best known for his evocative short stories that capture the lives of ordinary people. A postgraduate in Punjabi literature and PhD scholar from Delhi University, Rupana began his career as a schoolteacher in Delhi,...

"Mubeena Ke Sakeena" (Mubeena or Sakeena) is the story of a child separated and then united with her parents through a kind woman. The two names of the child are a reflection of the lifelong bond between both women- the biological and the foster mother. Gurbaksh Singh Preet Lari (1895-1977) is a unique signature of Punjabi literature. He was a novelist, short story writer, prose writer and a dream...

"Aleha" ( Silverfish) is the unpacking of multiple and inter-connected social attitudes highlighted in the background of personal trauma of Mandeep. About the Author: Gurmeet Karyalvi is a multi-facted writer. He writes prose, poetry, novels and short stories that touch on socio-political issues of Punjab and beyond. Born in Karyal, Moga, Gurmeet has had a varied education ranging from a...

"Nooan" (Salt) is the story of leather worker Sudagar and his family. Poverty, and deprivation are his lot. He and his family raise a weakling buffalo calf and it changes the family's lot to some extent until it dies after growing old. The story is among the best works by Punjabi author Balijit. His short story collection "Uchian Awazan" was the finalist for 2023 Dhahan Awa...

"Pahuta Pandhi" (The Transcended Traveller) is a feel-good story in which Major Sahib, an army officer heading home for a furlough spreads cheer and kindness during a short rail journey. Gurbaksh Singh Preet Lari (1895-1977) is a unique signature of Punjabi literature. He was a novelist, short story writer, prose writer and a dreamer. He was an engineering graduate from what is now known...

Pali, a doctor who travels everyday by a private bus on a route she is to traverse for many months, fights embarrassment as well as an internal battle when the conductor of the bus pays her special attention. What happens when she discovers the reason he has been kind towards her? Enjoyed the Narration? 🎧 Narrated by Dr. Manpreet Sahota, thisaudiobook brings literature to life through compelling...

Principal Teja Singh, in his essay, highlights the need and art of engaging in conversations beyond the pale of necessity. 🎧 Narrated by Dr. Manpreet Sahota, this audiobook brings literature to life through compelling storytelling. If you liked it, please subscribe to our channel and share this audiobook with family and friends. If you liked it, please subscribe to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube channel ⁠⁠⁠⁠...

A hungry traveler tricks a stingy woman into making porridge by claiming he can cook it using just an axe. Gradually, he convinces her to add salt, ghee, flour, and milk—until a full porridge is made. In the end, he enjoys the meal, and the woman realizes too late that she was cleverly outwitted. 🎧 Narrated by Dr. Manpreet Sahota, this audiobook brings literature to life through compelling storyt...

'Tilchauli' (Sesame and Rice Offering) by Mohan Bhandari is a short succinct recount of class struggle through a metaphor of anthill. Mohan Bhandari (1937–2015) was a respected Punjabi short story writer known for his minimalist style and grounded realism. A schoolteacher by profession, he wrote about rural life, human relationships, and social tensions without ornamentation. His notable works inc...

A poor priest receives the gift of a few coins and shells from a king. What happens to them when his wife angrily throws them in the backyard? About the Author: Dr. Sohinder Singh Wanjara Bedi (1924–2001) whose folk tale collection - Bata'n Mudh Kadeem Dian has this folk tale, was one of the most respected voices in Punjabi literature, especially known for his unmatched work in preserving and popu...

"Awalle Nashae" (Strange Addictions) by Amber Hosseini is the story of a 'well-respected' but repressed housewife who is supposed to be satisfied with her position in the household. She needs and wants more, but is it possible for Ghazala to desire more than mere day-to-day existence? Find out in this short story. About the author: Amber Hosseini is a recent but established signa...

When a prince happens to marry a little she-frog, she turns out to be a clever princess who was under a spell. How far will the prince go to free her from the clutches of Koshchei, listen to the journey he undertakes in this story. 🌲🧙‍♀️🏚 About Russian Fairy Tales: Russian fairy tales (or skazki ) are part of a powerful oral tradition passed down through generations — not just to entertain, but...

"Sau Meel Daud" (100-Mile Marathon) is a chronicle of the rise and fall of the dream fed to a young man who has extra-ordinary physical endurance and can actually run a 100 mile marathon. About the author:Balwant Gargi (December 4, 1916 – April 22, 2003) was a pioneering Punjabi playwright, novelist, and theatre director who played a central role in modernizing Punjabi drama. Born in Seh...

"Sajja-Khabba" (Right or Left) This story by contemporary author Tauqeer Chughtai explores the evolution of a naturally left-handed young boy who is shamed and beaten for not being able to use his right hand all his life. The child finally decides to tread the middle path when he reaches college and is asked to choose his (left or right) political leaning. Tauqeer Chughtai's YouTube is  @pakherutv...

"Mardaangi" (Masculinity) is the recollection of a rich Punjabi landlord's awakening to what real masculinity is. This coming of age story also shines a light on what goes for informal sex-education among young boys in rural Punjab. About the author:Amber Hosseini is a recent but established signature in Punjabi literature being produced from Pakistan. Her story "Awalle Nashe&qu...

'Salaami' (The Salute) is a reflection of human desire for recognition. Through the character of Band Master Pyare Lal, Dhariwal presents a cosmopolitan vision and a neutrality that is found utterly lacking in today's day. An informal, and simple yet well recognized tradition of honoring a citizen for their selfless public service is ultimately ended. Listen to the story to know why and how !About...

"Amber Di Dholki" (Amber's Drum) is a feel-good empowerment story that begins with a sisterhood of immigrant women. Amber, a teacher and herself someone who picked pieces of her life after her divorce, brings together a group of women who feel lost and hopeless in the aftermath of immigration and displacement. Surjit Kaur has made Toronto her home since 2007. She has an extensive sch...

"Ghar" (Home) is the story of the dilemma of a son torn between community shame and his decision of admitting his father to a much needed Care Home in Canada. About the author :Harpreet Singh Sekha migrated to Canada in 1988. He lives in Surrey, British Columbia. He has observed the life-experiences of especially South Asian Canadians. He uses his piercing eye to highlight issues like discriminati...

"Sher Mohammad Chowk" is a touching story of love and responsibility towards a fellow being. Who is Sher Muhammad, and why is a chowk named after him? Listen to this short story written by Punjabi and Urdu writer-poet Ali Akbar Natiq. Ali Akbar Natiq, like Sher Muhammad, is himself an expert artisan; and is therefore a unique combination of a mistri and an author. He lives in Lahore, Pak...

"Safety Kit" is a mirror of male-dominated society across cultures in which a young woman decides to train and be prepared to be raped if that is the cost she has to pay to explore this world. Samantha refuses to be intimidated by this ultimate assault of patriarchy to shunt women out of public spaces. She, with her determination, inspires the Punjabi girl Jess to live her life on her own terms. A...

Many Moons - is a children's picture book written by James Thurber and illustrated by Louis Slobodkin. It was published by Harcourt, Brace & Company in 1943 and won the Caldecott Medal in 1944. Princess Lenore suffers from "a surfeit of raspberry tarts" — eating too many sweets. She insists she is gravely ill, but if her father brings her the moon she'll be well again. Her fa...

"The Teardrop That Fell After the Joke" explores the compulsions of livelihood that three generations of performing human statues have to endure. What started as a wager between the grandfather of the narrating statue and a rich man becomes the destiny of his son who eventually loses his life dressed as a drag queen. What does the latter's son reveal in this long story to a glamorous but insensiti...

📚 Ajeet Cour’s autobiography ‘Khaanabadosh’ ( The Vagabond ) won Sahitya Akademi award in 1985. “Free from all reformative or revolutionary pretence, she [Ajeet Cour] set out on the humanistic odyssey of understanding the human experience without talking into the ethical fallacy of judging others.” (Attar Singh). As a memoir, ‘Khanabadosh’ is a reflection of Ajeet Cour as a mother, lover, beloved...