Hatmaksho

• Author: Suborna Basu
• Genre: Novel (Upanyas)
• Cover: Hardcover
• ISBN: 9789388014311
• Pages: 192
• Weight: 314 grams

Hatmaksho (The Patchwork) is a tale about the complexities of modern life, where the lines between relationships, emotions, and memories are often blurred. The story revolves around a group of college students and focuses on the phase of their lives where friendship, love, ego, and regret mix with the remnants of past relationships and the pull of memories.

The narrative flows like the flowing stream of life, with each character's journey intertwining with others, sometimes in profound and unexpected ways. The story unfolds like a patchwork quilt, made up of fragmented pieces of lives and experiences, sewn together with emotions, hopes, and dreams. These characters, in their daily lives, grapple with their own internal struggles, the passage of time, and the weight of nostalgia, leading to new twists in relationships and life choices.

Set against the backdrop of a world brimming with contemporary youth, the story showcases the tenderness and melancholy of relationships, illuminated by the fading light of late evening. It explores the illusion of permanence and the impermanence of connections, making Hatmaksho a moving tale that speaks to the heart.

The main character, who serves as the story's narrator, is an artist of sorts, weaving together fragments of memories and moments into a personal tapestry, or "hatmaksho", that captures the essence of human experience. The beauty and bittersweet nature of youth, with its contradictions and aspirations, are brought to life in this novel.

About the Author:

Suborna Basu was born on August 9, 1984, in Shyambazar, North Kolkata. She completed her secondary education from Government Sponsored Multipurpose School for Boys, Taki House, and higher secondary education from Hair School. She holds a degree in zoology from Vidyasagar College and a Master's degree from Presidency College under Calcutta University.

Her career began in journalism with Kareer Magazine, and she is currently associated with the editorial department of the popular Anandamela magazine. She is known for her work in both fiction and children's literature. Her first short story, 'Telephone', was published in the 'Unish Kuri' magazine. Suborna is also known for her work in the detective genre, particularly her popular series on detective Anmitra.

In addition to her fiction work, she regularly writes about religion, mythology, and deities, with her articles being widely appreciated in various publications. Her writing often blends deep human emotions with a nuanced understanding of social contexts, making her works relatable to a broad audience.