Literary Mentors

 Visionary Authors

Within these pages, you'll discover the writers whom I keep in the highest regard. My passion for reading is deeply rooted in the profound ability to perceive the world through another's eyes—to understand their perspectives, feel their emotions, and share in their experiences. It's a personal journey; not every writer resonates with every reader, and that diversity in taste is something to be cherished. Nonetheless, I am excited to share with you a curated ensemble of authors who, in my estimation, are the maestros of storytelling.

Roald Dahl

1916-1990

From the age of six or seven, the magical world of Roald Dahl has captivated me, securing his place as my cherished author without equal. While Dahl’s fame is anchored in his children’s literature, I firmly believe there’s a great joy in nurturing one's inner child—something I embrace even now at twenty-two. His stories provide a sanctuary for the imagination and act as a playground where readers of any age can indulge in youth's wonder. Dahl has the unique ability to evoke laughter, provoke thought, and rarely draw tears, leading him to be my literary hero. It was Dahl who kindled my passion for writing, with aspirations of one day being a great writer myself.

Aldous Huxley

1894-1963

Aldous Huxley, celebrated for his visionary work "Brave New World," introduced a revolutionary perspective to the literary landscape of his era. Seamlessly blending notions of scientific progress with a prophetic portrayal of future society, Huxley courageously examined the potential consequences of technological advancement on human connections. His prescience is undeniable; today, we find ourselves navigating a reality that eerily echoes the scenarios Huxley imagined, affirming his position as a writer far ahead of his time.

Fyodor Dostoevsky

1821-1881

It was only within the last year that I crossed paths with the work of Fyodor Dostoevsky, a titan of literature whose reputation as one of the greats is well-established. My initiation, "The Brothers Karamazov," immediately ensnared me with Dostoevsky's profound capacity to stir deep emotion. His writings, infused with a profound sense of melancholy, invite readers to confront feelings often shunned—sorrow, wrath, humiliation—drawing them into a poignant experience of shared vulnerability. Dostoevsky's pages are not for those seeking light-hearted diversion; rather, they are a pilgrimage for the soul, demanding courage to face the darker facets of our humanity.