Dear Readers & Contributors,
Welcome to the October 2024 issue of IJELLS.
The compilation of short stories, one which would appeal to young readers and the other a translation by a maestro. One heart rending, eye opening memoir from an established teacher who is visually challenged to a book review encouraging us to pick up the book. Papers from across the neighbouring border to a research article by a popular musician with 1.5 million followers. This issue has three first time academic writers. The paper on continuous professional development is also worth a mention.
If you have a suggestion for us, kindly mail it to dr.mrudulalakkaraju@gmail.com.
International Journal of English: Literature, Language and Skills—IJELLS extends its service into publishing books. We have started the enterprise IJELLS Publishing, a platform where we help authors self-publish their work. Check out our webpage to learn more: https://www.ijells.com/ijells-publishing/.
Happy Reading and Happy Sharing!
Dr Mrudula Lakkaraju
Editor
Ms Geetha H is a short story writer and poetess who works as an Assistant Professor of English at an engineering college. She has published eight articles and two poems in peer-reviewed journals, along with two articles in Deccan Herald newspaper.
Ms MZ Maryam is a twenty-one-year-old writer, student of literature and an artist who runs a small business from Chennai. Some of her writings are inspired by anime. Her vision is to inculcate moral values into human beings through her work.
Prof S Mohanraj is a language teacher and teacher educator. He has taught at the English and Foreign Languages University for over three decades. Reading is hobby and he dabbles into translating and reviewing books occasionally.
Dr Poonam Minocha has a PhD from Pondicherry University and around 27 years of teaching experience. She is a gold medalist in MA and MPhil, she is interested in creative writing and reading fiction.
Dr Mahabir Prasad Yadav having 33 years of experience in teaching English language and literature. He is presently a faculty in the Department of English at Lakshmibai College, University of Delhi.
Dr Bhanu Bhakta Sharma Kandel is an Associate Professor of English at Tribhuvan University. He has been teaching subjects like Non-Western Studies, Nepal Studies and Cultural Studies among others. He has remained an editor of research journals and has supervised several research papers.
Dr Mani Bhadra Gautam is a lecturer of English, in the Central Department of English, (Humanities and Social Sciences) Kirtipur, Kathmandu, Nepal. His areas of interest are Environmental Literature, Travel Writing and Life Writing: Theory and Practice.
Ms Gangadhari Manjula is a curious learner. She completed her MA in English from University Post Graduate College, OU. Her interest lies in African American literature, Literary narratives emphasizing identity, justice and cultural expression; which is evident in this work.
Dr Manoj Kumar Singh is working as an Assistant Professor of English at C.M. College, Darbhanga, LN Mithila University, Darbhanga, Bihar.
Ms V Rushika holds a Master’s degree in English Literature. She has conducted a workshop for students at Hyderabad Public School. She has also won first prize in a quiz competition at Kairos, literary festival.
Mr William John Titus Bishop performed orchestral works and other musical genres before learning to play the guitar and perform at smaller venues on the London circuit. He was awarded an MA in English Literature and studied for a PhD under Brian Cummings, fellow of the British Academy.
Ms N N Sree Vaibhavi holds a Master’s degree in English Literature from University Post Graduate College, OU. Her areas of interest include ELT, Gender Studies, Literature and Film.
Dr Renu Singh, PhD is an Assistant Professor in English Education at Tribhuvan University, Nepal. She has a profound interest in Applied Linguistics, and has authored many publications in national and international journals.
