“All That Glitters” – A Shimmery Dream in Free Verse
From the serene corners of Guwahati, a quiet yet powerful voice has emerged, illuminating the world of contemporary poetry with a collection that sparkles like sunlight on morning dew. All That Glitters by Plabita Bhaskar, honored with the prestigious 21st Century Emily Dickinson Award, is a stunning testament to the beauty of dreams, introspection, and soulful expression.
Plabita’s journey is that of a small-town girl who has always found comfort and creativity in the world of words. A passionate reader and a keen observer of life, she breathes meaning into blank pages by letting her thoughts flow as free verse—organic, unrestrained, and emotionally rich. Her writing isn’t bound by structure but guided by feeling, allowing her poems to take shape as naturally as dreams themselves.
“All That Glitters” is more than just a title—it’s a metaphor for Plabita’s worldview. The collection is a shimmering tapestry of personal moments, observations, longings, and realizations. Her verses celebrate not just the obvious beauty in life but also the quiet, often unnoticed glimmers that sparkle beneath the surface of everyday existence. It’s about finding light even in the softest shadows, and turning fleeting thoughts into lasting impressions.
Her poetry carries a natural warmth and grace, echoing the joys and vulnerabilities of youth, the introspections of solitude, and the strength it takes to dream unabashedly. Each poem feels like a whispered story, as if shared in confidence between the writer and the reader. There’s a sense of closeness in her words—an invitation to sit down, slow down, and simply feel.
What makes Plabita’s work especially compelling is its authenticity. There is no embellishment for the sake of grandeur—only the honest glitter of a heart that dares to speak. It is this sincerity that won her the admiration of both readers and critics, and ultimately, the 21st Century Emily Dickinson Award.
In addition to this literary honor, she has also been recognized with the 50 Under 50 Star Woman Poetess Award 2025 by MTTV News Media Pvt. Ltd., a testament to her growing influence and promise in the world of contemporary Indian poetry.
Through All That Glitters, Plabita Bhaskar has offered readers a gift—a collection of thoughts wrapped in verse, emotions laid bare, and a reminder that sometimes, all we need to do is look a little closer to find the magic.
Book Title: All That Glitters
Award: 21st Century Emily Dickinson Award
From: Guwahati, India
Instagram: @fatbitaplabi
