Kathmandu, Jan. 3 -- Subin Bhattarai says that his new book, a story collection, 'Chameliko Phool Baijani Rumal', is a rainbow convergence-unlike 'Summer Love' and 'Saya'-reflecting limited shades of life. Each story embodies the weight of layered motifs and emotionally rich characters. Every story is vastly distinctive yet beautifully bound by the undefined principle of love and relationships.

The collection explores unconventionality, female sexuality, and complex human psychology. These themes emerge from ordinary, homely settings, showing the beauty of mundanity. The book also discusses how relationships are atypical, how societal expectations impact mental health, how love influences our decisions, and how pride can break harmony in...