Pratyush Deb, born in 1985, is a versatile writer. His two anthologies, “Thereepooty and Other Stories” and “A Boat on the Sea of Stories”, have enthralled many. He began writing at nine. His work explores diverse themes, from human existence to natural environment, leaving readers with a positive takeaway.
My Publications
Thereepooty And Other Stories
This anthology is an assorted collection of seventeen thoughtful and delectable short stories of different genres, moods, and characters placed in a variety of situations.
From a scientist’s idiosyncrasy, to a bright student who gambles, to peculiar thieves from a city’s underbelly…
A Boat On The Sea Of Stories
This impressive collection of twelve sophisticated and highly imaginative tales covers a wide range of themes, ranging from the triumph of an underdog, to a life-changing friendship, to the study of a parasitic man, a sensitive portrayal of an elderly Muslim man, from science fiction mingled with humor…
Theory of Souls and Other Stories
Theory of Souls and Other Stories is a collection of tales that mingles light-hearted narratives with a subtle infusion of adult themes, creating a balance that entertains a broad audience…
Latest Publication
Theory of Souls and Other Stories is a collection of tales that mingles light-hearted narratives with a subtle infusion of adult themes, creating a balance that entertains a broad audience. Each story invites readers to a delightful and breezy journey filled with intrigue and emotional depth.
The stories offer a diverse range of genres —from spine-chilling horror to whimsical fantasy, poignant tragedy to heart-warming filial and romantic love— along with humour that provides a delightful contrast, all while capturing the complexities of human nature and societal dynamics. This anthology will be enjoyed by readers who appreciate well-crafted stories engaging both the heart and the mind.
Reviews
This is a collection of short stories of different genres. While the taste of each story is different, the author appears to have a witty yet sensitive soul which is reflected throughout his writing… Read more
– DR. ANIKET PATRA
Mr. Deb’s writing style is lucid, fluent, and conversational. His use of clear and short sentences and powerful verbs delineate the storylines almost with a scientific objectivity, yet he manages to retain the innate tenderness of the characters… Read more
”A Boat on the Sea of Stories“ is an apt title for this wonderful collection of short stories. I loved the way the stories touched upon the humanity, social relationships and imaginative concepts. The characters are unassuming and the narrative flows smoothly…. Read more
”Beautiful stories with a fluid writing style that draws the reader in. Each story contains a strong human element with characters evoking a range of emotions and conveys lessons from life itself in a charmingly simple manner. The sheer variety of genres in the collection…. Read more
Pratyush Deb’s ”A Boat on the Sea of Stories“ engages with a wide variety of genres and allows us to flow through a visually appealing set of stories, one of the great attractions of this book…. Read more
As a filmmaker, I am naturally drawn to the visual potential of these narratives, and some stories indeed achieve this feat deftly. Deb’s concise storytelling allows readers to fully grasp the entire narrative structure, making it easy to….. Read more
I really enjoyed Theory of Souls. What makes this book stand out is its concept of small and light stories—perfect for when you want a meaningful read without diving into a heavy novel…… Read more
What I loved most was how effortlessly the stories flowed. Each one was short enough to finish in a sitting yet meaningful enough to linger in my mind long after. The collection beautifully shifts between mystery, emotions, relationships, and eerie undertones … Read more
What I liked most about this book was how simple yet meaningful the stories felt. Every story was short and easy to read, but still had emotions that stayed with me after finishing. The mix of mystery, emotions, fantasy, and relationships made the collection really interesting without ever feeling too heavy…. Read more
Theory of Souls and Other Stories dives into a lot of different genres and manages to diversify the stories very well, even those which are on the same subject and that are not repeated at the same time. I personally quite like the cross psychological horror genre stories. However, fantasy genre stories do not lack their magical atmosphere….. Read more
What I liked most about this book was how simple yet meaningful the stories felt. Every story was short and easy to read, but still had emotions that stayed with me after finishing. The mix of mystery, emotions, fantasy, and relationships made the collection really interesting without ever feeling too heavy… Read more
‘Theory of Souls and Other Stories’ is an engrossing collection of short stories that will keep you hooked till the end. The stories belong to different genres and themes, taking the readers of a journey through different emotions…. Read more
Ever pick up a book expecting a quick, casual read, only to find yourself completely under its spell hours later? That is the exact magic of this book. This brilliant collection proves that stories don’t need to be hundreds of pages long to leave a permanent mark on your heart….. Read more
It’s a mix of short stories with different moods, from emotional to slightly eerie. Some stories felt closer to real life, which made them more interesting to read.
Good choice when I want to read something in between without getting into a long book… Read more
An immensely readable collection – Sumit RK(Amazon Customer)
‘Theory of Souls and Other Stories’ is an engrossing collection of short stories that will keep you hooked till the end. The stories belong to different genres and themes, taking the readers of a journey through different emotions… Read more
Highly recommended! – Alisha(Amazon Customer)
Reading Theory of Souls and Other Stories by Pratyush Deb was a refreshing and enjoyable experience for me. What I liked most about this collection is the variety it offers Every story feels different in mood and style, yet they all carry an emotional and thoughtful touch that keeps the reader interested….. Read more
bhartiyabookworm1 (Instagrammer)
What I liked most about Theory of Souls and Other Stories is that it feels like a collection built around people rather than plots. While the book covers different genres, the characters and their emotions are what stayed with me…. Read more
rj_media.45 (Instagrammer)
I enjoyed reading Theory of Souls and Other Stories because it never settled into one predictable pattern. Every story felt different, not only in theme but also in the emotions it explored…. Read more
my_chronicles.now (Instagrammer)
Theory of Souls and Other Stories is an engaging collection that offers something for every kind of reader. The author skillfully blends light-hearted storytelling with deeper emotional and mature themes, making the anthology both entertaining and thought-provoking….. Read more
darken1_soul (Instagrammer)
I went into this book expecting one or two memorable stories and a few forgettable ones, which is usually my experience with anthologies. Surprisingly, I found myself finishing almost every story without wanting to skip ahead….. Read more