Book Title: O’ Beloved, The Heart Sings
Author: Madhu Kailas
Publisher: Aleph Book Company
Number of Pages: 120
ISBN: 9365230128
Date Published: Oct. 15, 2026
Book Review
Madhu Kailas presents an intimate collection of poems titled “O’ Beloved, The Heart Sings“, born out of an intense forty-day period of artistic creation. The book consists of a hundred short poems that explore love across its many stages, moods, and quiet moments. Rather than following a strict linear storyline, Madhu offers a collage of personal expressions that capture the raw rhythm of human feeling.
Drawing subtle inspiration from Persian poetic traditions, Madhu writes with a directness that connects heart to heart. His verses remain simple and unpretentious, avoiding heavy jargon in favor of plain, soul-stirring honesty. Each poem feels like an overheard prayer or a fleeting thought written down in the late hours of the night.
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Throughout the book, Madhu weaves together themes of longing, patient waiting, and emotional vulnerability. He grounds these deep feelings in everyday scenes—autumn leaves, quiet rivers, desert winds, and distant stars. The pain of distance and the comfort of memory exist side by side in his work.
Ultimately, Madhu delivers a moving tribute to the enduring power of affection. His straightforward style makes the poems easy to read, while their emotional depth leaves a lasting mark. It is a thoughtful read for anyone who appreciates sincere, heartfelt poetry.
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About the Author
Madhu Kailas is the pen name of Kingshuk Basu, a poet originally from Kolkata who has lived in several parts of India and the United States. His published poetry collections include The Birds Fly in Silence and The Boatman of Murshidabad, reflecting his engagement with poetry and its many possibilities.
His poems have appeared in numerous literary journals and publications across the world, including Indian Literature, The Amistad, Acumen, Slippery Elm, The Gateway Review, California Quarterly, FLARE – The Flagler Review, Plainsongs Poetry Magazine, The Bosphorus Book Review, Marathon Literary Review, Dragon Poet Review, New Mexico Review, Sutterville Review, Punch Magazine, Shallow Tales Review, The Literary Voyage, and Langlit. His work has also been featured in the poetry anthology Converse.
He currently lives in Kolkata with his family, continuing to explore the world through poetry.
