The Blindfolded Lady
A blindfolded lady was walking down a dark alleyway, On her way to meet someone important. Suddenly, the agonized screams of a
Hi.. I am Ratna Prabha
Thank you for visiting my website. Here I write stories to entertain, and maybe ponder a wee bit, which means simplicity is at the core of every tale. That’s why the name Stories Made Simple. While love for retelling mythologies is huge, I cannot stop myself from using my pen to knit all kinds of yarns, digging deep into a rich repertoire of experiences, both from my personal and professional world.
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Book Review – Salini Vineeth – The Tree, the Well and the Drag Queen
Delving into Salini Vineeth’s The Three, the Well and the Drag Queen was like falling headlong into a veritable Carrolesque rabbit hole,
Ganapati – the Elephant-Headed God Born of Parvati’s Pure Love
Parvati’s Ire – the Reason for Ganapati’s Birth Parvati was furious. Nandi had done it again! Despite repeatedly warning him, Nandi had
Aghasura – the Serpent-Python Demon
Aghasura and Kamsa The death of Vatsasura deeply traumatised Aghasura. He was devastated by it, especially since his sister, Putana, was already
Trinavarta – the Whirlwind Demon
Trinavarta Receives Kamsa’s Orders Trinavarta walked into the court of Kamsa, “Welcome, my friend,” said the visibly hassled Lord of Mathura. “I
Draupadi’s Humiliation
Draupadi at the Contemptible Kuru Court “Let go of my hand! How dare you touch me?” Draupadi’s piercing voice echoed through the
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Parashurama – the Warrior Sage Who Argued For Peace
Parashurama Marches to Hastinapur The news about an impending war between the Kauravas and Pandavas spread to every nook and corner of
How Gorgeous Ganga Flowed as Bhagirathi
Ganga Falls In Love Ganga looked down on earth from her heavenly abode and, as usual, was delighted by the sights; verdant
Shabari – the Healer and Devotee
Shabari – the Chieftain’s Daughter Shramana sat on the floor under the tiny window of her room. She hugged her knees, her
BharatNatyam – When the Gift of the Cosmic Dancer Was In the Hands of Evil
“I give you the lyrical grace and beauty of Bharatanatyam,” Lord Nataraja said to Sage Bharatha. “Teach humankind how to worship me
Karna and Sage Parashurama – Hiding a Truth or Telling a Lie
Karna or Radheya His eyes glistened with unshed tears of joyous gratitude. The simple but beautiful flower-bedecked chariot stood in the small
Draupadi’s Humiliation
Draupadi at the Contemptible Kuru Court “Let go of my hand! How dare you touch me?” Draupadi’s piercing voice echoed through the
Chandra – the Waxing and Waning God of the Night Sky
Chandra’s Love for Rohini Chandra was watching Rohini dress in front of the mirror. Her skin glowed in his shimmering light. Her
Karna – Heinously Cast Aside at Birth
Pritha – Karna’s Mother and Princess of Kunti Rashtra It was a combination of fabulous fascination, unexpected astonishment, and overwhelming mother’s love
The Birth of Bhishma – the Epitome of Sacrifice
Ganga’s Oversight – the First Cause for Bhishma’s Birth King Indra’s court was at its resplendent best. The floors and walls shone
The Birth of Krishna – When Kamsa’s Worst Fears Came True
The Night of Krishna’s Birth Torrential rains, bolstered by incessant thunder and lightning, threatened to tear apart Mathura that dark, ferocious night.
