A Half-Grown Mind: Poems, Ages Thirteen To Seventeen.

Name: A Half-Grown Mind: Poems, Ages Thirteen To Seventeen.
Rating: 5 (8 reviews)

Anshul Arya

Feb 2025 · Diamond Enterprises

8 reviews

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Written between the ages of 13 and 17, A Half-Grown Mind isn't a book of stiff, academic poetry. It’s an unfiltered, late-night journal of what it actually feels like to grow up. Born in quiet classroom corners, during study breaks, and on walks through town, these verses capture the exact, fleeting feelings we all have but rarely know how to name.

A Glimpse of What’s Inside:

Life Lessons from Unexpected Teachers: Heartfelt tributes to a beloved mentor, alongside quiet wisdom picked up while watching a street balloon seller move through a crowd. The Raw side of Youth: Honest reflections on early love, the ache of letting go, and learning to love human imperfections. Late-Night Magic in the Ordinary: Finding peace in the low rumble of passing highway trucks mixed with cooing pigeons, the scent of rain hitting dry earth, and even the chaotic, intoxicating puzzle of late-night calculus. Time, Nature & Staying Courageous: Moving pieces on passing time, falling leaves, and taking the steep, brave trek toward your own "Valley of Valour".

Grab your copy today and see the ordinary through a fresh pair of eyes.

About the Author Anshul Arya wrote A Half-Grown Mind while navigating the highs and lows of being a teenager. Equal parts curious science student and quiet observer, Anshul finds inspiration everywhere—from bustling Delhi book markets and Himalayan trails to his own late-night study desk. He writes to slow down time and find gratitude in the simple moments.

Connect with Author: inkedbyanshul@gmail.com

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8 reviews

Aditya Singhal

August 26, 2026

Just like chemical reactions are judged qualitatively and quantitatively, this book has aced in both arenas—yes, arenas! Qualitatively, every page is exceptional, the content is remarkable, and the photos of the first drafts are truly the icing on the cake. Quantitatively, it has a wonderful collection of beautifully composed poems, each carrying its own emotion.The writing style is phenomenal and proves you have a great future ahead, my friend.

Rajni Taneja

May 2, 2025

it's an awesome book to read, I have read 2 parts myself and I loved it. The explanation of the poem hits different the poet describes his emotions very expressively u can feel the depth of the poem once u read it ✨ For sometime it takes u into the world of deep words where u can experience the situation and the meaning of words, poet is talking about . Overall it's an amazing book for people who love reading poems

Vaibhav Chauhan

July 10, 2026

Loved reading this book! Every poem felt genuine, and the emotions were expressed so beautifully that they felt deeply real.The keen observation skills made this book even more beautiful and meaningful. Reading this book felt so wholesome and comforting.

About the author

Anshul Arya wrote A Half-Grown Mind while navigating the highs and lows of being a teenager. Equal parts curious science student and quiet observer, Anshul finds inspiration everywhere—from bustling Delhi book markets and Himalayan trails to his own late-night study desk. He writes to slow down time and find gratitude in the simple moments.

Connect with Author: inkedbyanshul@gmail.com

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