In an age dominated by fleeting attention and endless scrolling, Tales from Every Corner by Diptarup Das reminds us of the timeless power of storytelling — short, sharp, and infinitely human. This remarkable collection of 100 micro-fictions distills the essence of human experience into single-page narratives that linger long after the final word. Each story is a world in itself — brief yet boundless, minimal yet profound.
About the Book
Tales from Every Corner is not just a collection of stories; it is a kaleidoscope of emotions, capturing the extraordinary in the ordinary. In just a few paragraphs, Das paints vivid portraits of people, places, and paradoxes — from the silent pride of a cancer survivor to the chaos of a toddler’s first school day; from the sharp edge of political satire to the haunting reflection of a digital-age dilemma.
Across 100 tales, the author travels from the bustling streets of Kolkata to quiet corners of Hamburg, from boardrooms ruled by algorithms to village roads soaked in monsoon rain. The stories explore themes as varied as love and loss, corruption and conscience, technology and tradition, exile and belonging. Despite their brevity, none of these stories are shallow; each one strikes deep at the heart of what it means to be human.
Das writes with the precision of a poet and the empathy of a philosopher. In “The Algorithm’s Blind Spot,” artificial intelligence fails to see humanity beyond data; in “Silent Victory,” a cancer survivor wages war through discipline and willpower; “The Man on the Bench” is a parable about compassion, while “The Great Curry Debate” is a witty political allegory dressed as a food fight. Each story—whether comic, tragic, or tender—reveals how small moments often carry the weight of entire lives.
What makes this book truly special is its rhythm — you can read one story on a coffee break, or immerse yourself in all hundred in one sitting. Together, they form a mosaic of modern existence, where technology meets emotion, and progress meets longing. As the author puts it, these stories are “mirrors, windows, and sparks” — each reflecting, revealing, or igniting something within us.
About the Author
Diptarup Das, 33, was born in Kolkata, India, and currently resides in Hamburg, Germany, where he works as a Credit Risk Analytics Expert. A graduate of Techno India, Kolkata, with a master’s degree from VIT, Diptarup’s professional life might revolve around numbers, but his heart has always belonged to stories.
A true storyteller at soul, he has experimented with poetry, songwriting, and short films, with many of his works appearing in magazines and online platforms. His writing reflects his deep curiosity about the world — its politics, its ironies, and its tender humanity.
In Tales from Every Corner, he brings together his love for observation and his skill for compression — crafting narratives that speak across languages and cultures.
When asked about his creative inspiration, Das shares:
“Stories are like mirrors—they catch fragments of who we are, what we fear, and what we dream, and reflect them back in unexpected ways. Micro-fiction isn’t about telling less—it’s about letting the silences speak.”
This debut collection marks the arrival of a distinctive new voice in contemporary Indian-English literature — a writer who bridges continents, cultures, and emotions through brevity and brilliance.
A Hundred Windows into Life
In an age where readers often seek quick consumption over contemplation, Das reinvents the art of reading short. His stories are not designed to rush you through — they are written to make you pause. A few sentences in, and you are already inside someone’s life: a doctor mourning his son (“The Hands That Could Not Heal Himself”), a rickshaw-puller dreaming of salvation (“The Road to God is Paid in Sweat”), a disillusioned IT worker questioning the race of upgrades (“The Next Update”), or a young activist silenced by the state (“The Land That Waited”).
Each character, however fleeting, feels alive — sketched in fine strokes of empathy and realism. Das’s prose is cinematic, his endings often carry a twist or echo that makes the reader think again. He weaves tales that could fit into today’s social media feed yet resonate like ancient parables.
Themes That Transcend Borders
What stands out in Tales from Every Corner is its universality. Das’s stories are not confined to geography or culture; they speak to anyone who has felt love, loss, ambition, fear, or nostalgia. His background as an Indian living abroad gives his writing a dual lens — deeply rooted in Indian ethos yet global in perspective.
He explores how technology changes our emotional lives, how migration alters identity, how systems fail ordinary people, and how hope still persists in the smallest acts of courage. From “Entrepreneurship for Sale” exposing corruption in business, to “Glass Towers” revealing greed’s tragic collapse, to “Pillow Tail,” a heartwarming bond between a girl and her dog, Das captures both the light and the shadow of our time.
Literary Craft and Voice
Das’s micro-fictions are a masterclass in narrative economy. Every word counts, every sentence builds tension or tenderness. His language is accessible yet lyrical, blending the clarity of modern prose with the rhythm of poetry. Readers will find themselves highlighting lines not because they are clever, but because they are true.
There’s humour in “Eat, Sleep, Work, Repeat: The Master Manifesto,” irony in “The Patriot’s Mirror,” tragedy in “The Perfect Accident,” and quiet rebellion in “The Last Lesson.” Together, they create an anthology that is both entertaining and thought-provoking—a mirror of contemporary humanity.
A Debut Worth Celebrating
Evincepub Publishing, based in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, brings this literary gem to readers worldwide. The book is available across leading platforms — Amazon, Flipkart, Evincepub.com, and Kindle — priced at ₹250. The publication reinforces Evincepub’s commitment to promoting fresh voices that redefine Indian literature for a global audience.
With its universal appeal and emotional honesty, Tales from Every Corner is more than a book; it is a journey through the human condition. It proves that even the shortest story can hold infinite meaning — and even the briefest moment can illuminate an entire life.
Final Word
For readers seeking stories that challenge, comfort, and connect — this collection is a rare treasure. It’s the kind of book you can gift to a friend, revisit on sleepless nights, or keep by your desk as a reminder that life, in all its chaos and beauty, is made up of small, powerful moments.
Diptarup Das’sTales from Every Corner reminds us that brevity is not the absence of depth — it is the essence of it.
Book Details:
- Title: Tales from Every Corner: 100 Voices in Miniature
- Author: Diptarup Das
- Publisher: Evincepub Publishing
- ISBN: 978-93-7335-434-7
- Publication Year: 2025
- Price: ₹250
- Availability: Amazon, Flipkart, Evincepub.com, Kindle
