A NOTE FROM THE FOUNDER

Shadow of Mithila was never meant to become another publishing platform.

It was built to become a home—one where stories and writers grow beyond algorithms, and meaningful conversations begin with words.

Every article, poem, interview, magazine issue, and writer you discover here contributes to that vision.

“This is the place I always wished existed and now, together, we're building it.”

CHHAYA KUMARI

Founder, Shadow of Mithila

Chhaya Kumari - Founder, Shadow of Mithila
MY JOURNEY

A story in phases, stitched with purpose.

Where It All Began
01

Where It All Began

A diary, a pen, and a heart full of unspoken words.

When Words Became My Peace
02

When Words Became My Peace

When the world got too chaotic, I found my peace in the words.

From Ideas to Execution
03

From Ideas to Execution

Turning thoughts into purpose and building a space for others.

First Words, First Milestone
04

First Words, First Milestone

The first story published. The first voice that believed in us.

Building Our Home
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Building Our Home

Shadow of Mithila - a platform for dreamers, writers & changemakers.

“ This is the place I always wished existed and now, together, we're building it. ”

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