Podar International School CBSE Nerul added a meaningful highlight to its Libra-Lib Week celebrations with a special creative writing session conducted by young author and poet Smilee Prashant Bhatt on November 7, 2025. The session was designed to inspire students to explore writing as a powerful form of expression and to help them take the first steps toward shaping their creative identity.
Backed by the guidance of Principal Soma Chatterjee, the coordination of Librarian Poonam Singh, and the enthusiasm of the school’s Reading Club, the event successfully brought students closer to the world of literature. Their combined support created an atmosphere that encouraged curiosity, confidence, and active participation.
Smilee Bhatt opened the session by sharing the story of her writing journey, explaining how everyday thoughts and emotions evolve into meaningful pieces of poetry and prose. She also introduced students to her newest poetry collection, When Love Remains, released just two months earlier. Using her book as a reference, she explained the creative process behind turning personal experiences into publishable writing.
Throughout the session, Smilee provided practical advice on building a writing habit, nurturing inspiration, and dealing with creative challenges like writer’s block. She encouraged students to observe the world around them, stay consistent with their writing practice, and write freely without the fear of imperfection.
What made the event especially memorable was the level of student interaction. Learners eagerly raised questions about how to begin writing, how a book gets published, and how to develop a unique writing style. Many students even volunteered to share their poems and short paragraphs, receiving thoughtful and motivating feedback from Smilee Bhatt.
The school’s Reading Club added an extra spark by showcasing books that could support young writers — including poetry collections, storytelling guides, and journals. Their involvement highlighted the school’s commitment to promoting reading as the foundation of good writing.
Teachers who attended the workshop noted that such sessions play a vital role in building communication skills, emotional intelligence, and confidence among students. Many expressed that interacting with a published author made the idea of writing feel more real and achievable for the learners.
After the session, students gathered around Smilee for additional conversations and personal interactions. Some shared their aspirations of becoming writers, while others sought guidance on how to maintain a journal or improve their storytelling abilities. Smilee’s encouraging words boosted their morale and reminded them that every writer starts small but grows through practice and passion.
The enthusiasm continued even after the event concluded, with students discussing writing ideas, planning reading habits, and showing interest in forming mini writing groups on campus. The school administration appreciated Smilee Bhatt’s contribution and recognized the session as one of the standout moments of Libra-Lib Week. By the end of the day, the session had become more than just an activity — it became a source of inspiration that planted the seeds of creativity in young minds. Smilee Prashant Bhatt’s session not only enriched the week-long literary celebration but also strengthened Podar International School Nerul’s mission to encourage self-expression, imagination, and a deeper love for literature
