Corn On The Cob & Stories

Description

What if the people in your life were as varied, vivid, and essential as corn in all its forms?
This heartfelt collection of personal essays transforms a simple cob of corn into a rich metaphor for human connection. From sweet and comforting to bold and unpredictable, each “kernel” represents the diverse personalities that shape our journeys. With warmth, wit, and gentle nostalgia, the author reflects on relationships that nourish, challenge, and quietly sustain us—family, friends, and those unexpected souls who leave a lasting imprint.
Blending humour with insight, this book celebrates the textures of everyday life and the flavours people bring to it. Thoughtful and relatable, it invites readers to pause, reflect, and perhaps recognise their own place in someone else’s story. A comforting, reflective read for anyone who values connection, memory, and meaning.

About The Author

Ashok Chowkulkar has donned many hats. From a veteran of the Central Reserve Police Force [CRPF] to the corporate legal world, leading to private legal practice.
Throughout his life’s trajectory, he lived with, learned from, and was mentored by people from different walks of life, including top business leaders, decorated Police Officers, and Retired Army Officers. This is reflected in his stories and talks at seminars and training workshops, where he has been heralding the true spirit of Pay it Forward.
His extensive reading of fiction, non-fiction, biographies, and history, drawing lessons from business management principles, has helped him articulate his thoughts, expressions, and stories to motivate and mentor those who continue to seek his advice.
Ashok is also a prolific writer and storyteller on Substack Page [ashnomics.substack.com], speaking on his YouTube Channel – Ashnomics and other podcasts. Apart from this, he regales in wit, humour and satire and has contributed his stories to publications.
This book is his first for general readers, and the stories should resonate with them and their lives.