The Innocuous Kiss and Other Short Stories is a collection of short stories that celebrate human relations in all of its varying colours. An anthology of short stories, it provides a feast of entertainment for readers of all ages. It reflects the keen observation and imagination of Anjali about life around her. There is subtle humour, often tongue-in-cheek, underlying some stories, while a few others may leave the reader misty-eyed. What sets this book apart from others is the vivid description of the human mind in all of its contrasting hues that makes it a page turner. A must-read for those interested in the complexity of human relationships and emotions – their laughter and their sorrow that would surely tug at the heartstrings.