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Spark – June 2014 Print Issue

Buy the June 2014 issue of Spark themed ‘Mirth’ in print.

Spark – June 2014 Issue

This month we decided to take a break from the serious and go easy! The June issue, therefore, is a celebration of fun, laughter and smiles. We present to you a line up of fiction, poetry, art and photography that explore the theme, Mirth, in different and not to mention, very interesting ways. Here’s to the lighter side of life. Click here to access the June issue on the e-reader, ISSUU.

Indian Election

There’s a mirthful side to something as serious as elections in India. Bakul Banerjee’s poem paints the lighter picture.

An Unlucky Man

When Nimish was born, Lady Luck left his side. But one dusk in Mumbai, he finds an abandoned wallet on the road – could it be his chance for an adventurous ride? Could he actually get lucky this time? Parth Pandya has a story that’s sure to tickle your ribs.

Tic

Two men meet by chance and a comical conversation ensues. M. Mohankumar captures the dialogue through a poem.

Three Smile Stories

Vani Viswanathan pens three short stories of various levels of mirth.

Amused

Just one look at their amused expressions will have you smiling too for sure. Maheshwaran Sathiamoorthy’s photographs do the magic.

Monsoon

Rains are a delight for the young and old alike. Vinita Agrawal writes a poem as the nation waits for the monsoon to arrive and rejoice!

Highbrow Pursuits

During these times, where surviving is itself turning out to be a big task, here’s a man who actually ‘lives’ his life typically dream like and how! Ram Govardhan writes a story that is sure to raise your eyebrows!