Interests

Interests

The marvellous lives of child actors

The young people who, with aspirations simmering in their hearts, strive to one day be stars in their own right.

1m ago

How to get yourself to read (and finish) a book

For most people, the size of a book is what might repel them from picking it up in the first place.

4m ago

What it takes to become a comic artist in Bangladesh

Comic books have inspired a new generation of Bangladeshi artists, driven by passion and opportunities in the growing industry.

6m ago

Launching a club at your school

With a bit of planning and initiative, it is possible to start a club in your school.

9m ago

Scholastica Inter School Debate Tournament: VH 1 and NDS 1 crowned champions

Scholastica Debate Club returned with their flagship event “Scholastica Inter School Debate Tournament (SIDT)” on February 2. SIDT is a long-running annual event of the Scholastica Debate Club and has made a name for itself in the Bangladeshi debate circuit.

10m ago

Dandelionz and The Daily Star host the ‘Creating Patriots’ event for kids

On December 23rd, the premises of Dandelionz in Dhanmondi was filled with excitement as young minds gathered for the "Creating Patriots" event, organised in association with The Daily Star. As part of the celebration of Victory Day, this daylong program aimed to empower children aged 8-12 to become the changemakers Bangladesh needs.

11m ago

If you don’t like reading, then comic books are for you

Very few avenues of storytelling have the same level of diversity and versatility as comics, and if you are someone who has an aversion towards reading general books, comics might turn that dislike into a regular reading habit. 

1y ago

Getting into the habit of reading

The habit of reading seems to have gone out of fashion. Why is that? Many young people shy away from books for many reasons, seemingly finding them too similar to strict textbooks they are taught in schools. However, for those who want to try reading as a hobby but struggle to get into it, there are a few ways to get back on track.         

1y ago

Growing up surrounded by music

All in all, music is pretty significant in my life nonetheless.

1y ago

How photographing my life on a daily basis helps me

Keeping track of your life with the visual gift of photography is a 21st century marvel.

1y ago

When you’re not good at your new hobby

If you relate to this feeling, don't worry. You're not alone.

2y ago

Why Writers Write

As Anne Frank wrote in her diary, "I can shake off everything as I write; my sorrows disappear, my courage is reborn."

4y ago

Rekindling Old Hobbies

A common excuse that slips out of our mouth every now and then is “life happened”. Somewhere along the way we all lose sight of ourselves, about who we used to be, about what we liked.

7y ago

A Beginner's Guide to Writing Poetry

Happy poetry writing!

7y ago

Bullet Journaling For the Lazy and the Busy

I started bullet journaling in September 2016. I haven't given up this hobby yet. Hence it's safe to say that it's worth clinging on to because God knows I am lazier than a sloth.

7y ago

Beginner's Guide to Nonfiction

When we talk about narrative literature, we generally mean fiction. Thrillers, fantasy, detective novels – name anything, and it's

8y ago