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Poet Sameeha unveils cover of her 3rd book‘Shielding Sunflower'

Tribune News Network Doha The Skills Development Centre came alive with literary fervour on Friday evening as Doha-based young poet Sameeha Junaid unveiled the cover of her much-anticipated third poetry collection, Shielding Sunflower. The event was graced by several eminent personalities from Qatar's Indian community, making it a memorable evening of cultural and literary celebration. The cover page of the book was officially released by Dr. Amanulla Vadakkengara amid loud applause and admiration from the gathering. The event also witnessed the presence and addresses of distinguished guests, including P N Babu Rajan, chairman, advisory council, Indian Cultural Centre (ICC); K S Prasad, advisory council chairman, ICBF; Satyendra Pathak, senior journalist, Qatar Tribune; Avinash Gaikwad, president, Outreach Qatar; Hussain, general secretary, Qatar Indian Authors Forum; K Krishnakumar, former general secretary, ICC; Sandeep Reddy, MC member, ICC; and Anwar, CEO, Radio Malayalam, along with several other community leaders. Sameeha Junaid got her first book published at the remarkably young age of 19, making her one of the youngest poets in the region to break into the publishing world. Her journey as a writer has been deeply personal. The passing away of her father left a profound impact on her life, and it was in poetry that she found her solace, strength, and voice. Since then, she has continued to serve society through her writings, using poetry as a means to heal, inspire, and encourage self-reflection among readers. Her debut book, One World, One Life, One You, BE YOU (2020), published by ePublica, was a collection of 50 poems that reflected her youthful yet profound perspective on life, individuality, and self-expression. Her second book, Inner Voice, The Unheard Noise (2022), also published by ePublica, further cemented her position as a poet of depth and sensitivity. It comprised 105 poems and nine thought-provoking articles, delving into themes of introspection, resilience, and the human experience. The newly unveiled third book, Shielding Sunflower (2025), published by Open Read, contains 50 poems, many of which are drawn directly from her personal diary, Journal of a Stalwart. The collection promises readers a glimpse into her innermost reflections, blending vulnerability with strength. The cover design for the book was beautifully conceptualized and created by Vasila Jahan. In her remarks at the event, Sameeha expressed that poetry for her has always been a medium of healing, inspiring, and connecting with people. 'My words come from a place of emotion and lived experiences. Shielding Sunflower is special because it carries pieces of my own journal, which makes it deeply personal,' she said. Speakers at the event lauded Sameeha's contribution to literature as a young voice emerging from Qatar's vibrant cultural landscape. They highlighted her ability to blend simplicity with depth, making her works relatable yet profound. The evening not only celebrated the unveiling of a book cover but also stood as a testament to the nurturing of young literary talent in the Indian expatriate community in Qatar. With three impactful books to her credit — 'One World, One Life, One You, BE YOU', 'Inner Voice, The Unheard Noise' and now 'Shielding Sunflower', Sameeha Junaid continues to shine as a promising literary voice whose works bridge inspiration, reflection, and healing.