The Rise Insight proudly extends heartfelt congratulations to Lilit Anna Varghese on the prestigious nomination of her poetry collection Her Sighs, His Stage: Whispers from the Bard’s Women for the TRI Literary Awards 2026, Season 04 under the Poetry category. This recognition stands as a testament to her literary brilliance, poetic depth, and the unique voice she brings to contemporary literature.
A Celebration of Poetic Brilliance
Her Sighs, His Stage: Whispers from the Bard’s Women is not just a collection of poems—it is a bold reimagination of the voices hidden within Shakespeare’s timeless works. The Bard of Avon, William Shakespeare, immortalized the grandeur of human emotions through his male and female characters alike. Yet, as Lilit Anna Varghese insightfully observes, many of the thoughts, sighs, and inner struggles of his iconic women—Cleopatra, Juliet, Lady Macbeth, and others—remained confined to silence, overshadowed by patriarchal lenses of their time.
In this compelling anthology, the poetess gives those women a stage of their own, offering them a megaphone across the barriers of time and space. Through her deeply resonant verses, she revives their suppressed desires, untold dilemmas, and unheard voices. By doing so, she transforms literary silence into eloquence, giving readers not only a poetic experience but also an empathetic journey into the tumultuous inner worlds of Shakespeare’s women.
Why TRI Chose This Book for the Award
The TRI Literary Awards are bestowed upon works that embody literary excellence, originality, and the power to inspire dialogue across generations. Lilit Anna Varghese’s Her Sighs, His Stage: Whispers from the Bard’s Women epitomizes all these qualities.
- A Unique Perspective – By focusing on the unheard voices of Shakespeare’s women, the book sheds light on gendered silences in classical literature. It bridges the gap between historical context and contemporary feminist thought, making the work both timeless and relevant.
- Emotional and Intellectual Depth – The poems are not mere retellings but profound reimaginings that capture the conflicts, passions, and vulnerabilities of characters often relegated to supporting roles. This intellectual re-engagement with Shakespearean drama sets the work apart.
- Literary Excellence – The collection reflects a mastery of language and form. Each poem resonates with lyrical beauty and emotional intensity, reinforcing why Lilit Anna Varghese is celebrated as a luminary poet both in India and abroad.
- Contribution to Modern Poetry – The work represents how classical literature can inspire contemporary poetry, demonstrating how reinterpretation can enrich literary traditions while challenging societal norms.
Through these qualities, it becomes clear why the TRI Literary Awards 2026 Jury found Her Sighs, His Stage: Whispers from the Bard’s Women worthy of distinction.
About the Author
Lilit Anna Varghese hails from Adoor, Kerala, India, and is widely admired as both a poet and a teacher. Her writings, celebrated for their emotional resonance and intellectual depth, have been featured in multiple international anthologies such as Beyond the Horizon, Shades of Love and Shadows of Life, Scribbles Defying Gravity, and Expressions on War Volume II. She is also the recipient of the prestigious A Grade Award in the Open Category of the International Poetry Writing Competition organized by AIFEST, a recognition that further cements her place among notable contemporary poets.
Her published works not only include Her Sighs, His Stage: Whispers from the Bard’s Women but also critical academic contributions such as Voices of Unconsciousness in Romantic Works, published in IJFMR. As a member of AIFEST and ELTAI, she continues to inspire the literary community with her thought-provoking creations.
A Remarkable Literary Journey
The nomination of Her Sighs, His Stage: Whispers from the Bard’s Women reflects more than just individual recognition—it highlights the evolving space of poetry where tradition meets innovation, and where silenced voices are finally heard. Lilit Anna Varghese’s commitment to exploring the human experience through verse ensures her place among the most powerful literary voices of our time.
Once again, The Rise Insight congratulates Lilit Anna Varghese on her remarkable achievement. May this nomination inspire her continued journey of poetic brilliance and empower readers across the globe to listen to the whispers that history once overlooked.
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