Where Do the Crows Go?

by Akshita Gandra

Self-love, fierce compassion, feminine empowerment, & the problematic state of the world. Where Do the Crows Go? is a collection of poetry and prose written between 2015 and 2020, delving deep into the universal journey of moving from darkness to light and inspired by the juxtaposition of obsidian crows against starlit skies. This book addresses themes of feminism, mental health, adolescent growing pains, political unrest, personal strength, and disillusionment with the world, beginning to analyze them through a sour, juvenile lens before gradually opting for an optimistic, passionate outlook. I hope these poems heal you, empower you, and inspire you.

146 pages, Paperback

Published February 11, 2020

About the author

Akshita is a published poetry author and South Asian-American writer in her early twenties. She has roots in many types of writing beyond poetry, such as fiction literature and journalism in areas like business, activism, startups, and previously, her own op-ed column. She has been writing since she could hold a pencil and her goal is to inspire her readers through her vivid, imaginative lens.

Akshita is also a multidisciplinary "nerd," with a career in technology product management and a background in computer science and psychology. She spends her time between Manhattan in New York City and the Bay Area in California, and she loves animals, spicy food, her family, sharks (specifically), pop culture gossip, intersectional feminism, her community, and discovering new places.

Reviews

[Akshita Gandra · Rating 5 out of 5]

My relationship with this book of mine has gone through many stages, ranging from embarrassment to tear-jerking appreciation for my younger voice. But through it all I have so much love for Ms. WDTCG and hope this book speaks to your hearts <3

[Sonal Patel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic book! Amazing poetry & beautiful writing.