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Namaste, I'm Yashie

Yashoda U. Itwaru

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I write a lot: essays, reflections, books, stories, poetry, blog posts, and personal writings. Through words, I explore life, memory, identity, emotion, and everything in between.

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also known online as @inkedbyyashie

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Essays, books, poetry, posts

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Essays

Thoughts in Ink & Life

Essays on memory, culture, quiet magic, and the rituals that keep a person whole.

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Reflections

Letters to My Younger Self

Notes about shame, growth, identity, and the culture that became a home again.

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Books & Stories

Books, Stories & Everything Between

Fiction, non-fiction, and tales stitched with faith, truth, grief, and devotion.

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Poetry

Poems That Breathe

Poems about love, longing, nature, softness, and the blade edge of survival.

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Blog Posts

Musings on Life & More

Reading notes, travel sparks, craft thoughts, and behind-the-page reflections.

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Gallery

A peek into my books, writing, journals, and poetry

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A vertical collage labeled Anirvrita, Samsaya, and Vadha.Anirvrita, Samsaya, VadhaStory Triptych
Dark fantasy warrior seated on a throne between two black wolves.Wolf ThroneDark Fantasy Art
Purple fantasy portrait of a woman holding a golden trident.Violet TridentCharacter Art
Illustrated couple holding swords against a golden water background.SwordboundBook Scene
Painted couple seated together in warm palace window light.Palace WindowRomance Study
Painted couple embracing in water before a wall of fire.Firelit WaterRomance Study

From the Blog

Latest thoughts, stories, and posts

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Red-toned portrait of a woman against floral and musical ornament.Reflection

The Beauty of Becoming You

On finding courage in small choices and choosing yourself without apology.

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Black line art of a bird, curved blade, flowers, and scrollwork.Essay

Writing as Therapy

How the page can hold what the heart is not ready to say out loud.

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Warm chibi-style cast scene gathered around a blue peacock mascot.Blog

Books That Changed Me

A reading list of books that rewired thought, craft, and tenderness.

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Black line art of a skeletal hand reaching through lotus ornament.Poetry

To the Girl I Used to Be

A poem for the self who kept going, even before she had language for it.

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From My Desk to Yours

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Maroon Yashoda Itwaru signature mark with a peacock form.Signed Copy of My BookAn autographed edition with a tucked-in thank-you note.Shop now ->Black line art of a griffin wrapped around a vertical sword.Art Prints & PostersBotanical and literary prints for shelves, desks, and reading nooks.Shop now ->Black line art of an ornamental blade with lotus flowers.Stationery & NotebooksNotebooks for writers, dreamers, and annotators.Shop now ->Cute blue peacock mascot on a transparent background.Bookmarks & AccessoriesPeacock feather bookmarks and small desk treasures.Shop now ->Chibi-style forest campsite scene with two figures beside a campfire.Merch CollectionA tote and small goods for carrying the book world with you.Shop now ->

About Me

Writing, reading, journaling, traveling, nature, and tea

I'm Yashie: Yashoda U. Itwaru. I write essays, reflections, books, stories, poetry, blog posts, and personal writings. I'm drawn to the beauty in everyday moments and the stories we carry within. Writing helps me connect, heal, express, and leave behind pieces of truth for the future.

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