Poetry
New Editions, On Their Way
SAM is republishing her original collections — sorted, revised, and refreshed with new bonus material, while the voice stays exactly as honest as it began.
Some truths only survive as stories.
SAM writes in the language of longing,
where faith wrestles doubt, where love quietly becomes loss,
and where honesty matters more than resolution.
And yet, faith always holds, love always teaches,
and quietly, stubbornly, life goes on.
What She Writes
Faith and feeling.
Longing and loss.
The ache of being understood.
SAM writes where faith meets feeling. Her work moves through love in its many forms: the ache of longing, the weight of loss, and the quiet strength of surrender.
اور بھی غم ہیں زمانے میں محبت کے سوا
راحتیں اور بھی ہیں وصل کی راحت کے سواAur bhī gham hain zamāne mein muhabbat ke sivā,
Rāhatein aur bhī hain visl kī rāhat ke sivā.There are other sorrows in this world besides the agony of love.
— Faiz Ahmed Faiz
There are other joys too, besides the joy of union.
Vasl = Union
SAM often wonders what our existence means for the idea of heaven and hell. It's a question she doesn't shy away from.
نہ تھا کچھ تو خدا تھا، کچھ نہ ہوتا تو خدا ہوتا
ڈبویا مجھ کو ہونے نے، نہ ہوتا میں تو کیا ہوتا؟Na thā kuchh to khudā thā, kuchh na hotā to khudā hotā,
Duboyā mujh ko hone ne, na hotā main to kyā hotā?When there was nothing, God was there; if there were nothing, God would still be there.
— Mirzā Ghālib
My existence has undone me — if I were not, what would I have been?
Her writing is shaped by reflection and lived experience. It lingers in the in-between, where questions are allowed, silence is honored, and truth comes out gently.
Lines That Linger
Quotes That Stay
Lines from writers who taught her how to say the unsayable.
About SAM Ruh
She finds meaning in the moments that go unnoticed.
SAM Ruh is a poet, author, and IT professional. Originally from India, she holds a Master's in Computer Applications and calls New Jersey home. As a Radio Jockey, she celebrated classic Bollywood music on desi radio channels in New Jersey and Chicago.
Her love for Bollywood and its music isn't just nostalgia; it's a thread that connects generations and emotions. Faith, family, and creativity live side by side, each one feeding her curiosity.
Family remains at the core of everything she does. Her husband S.J, their beloved A.J boys, and the Cats form a circle of love and shared dreams.
New Jersey isn't just where she lives. It's the community she's part of. As a Muslim woman who's called Central Jersey home for many years, she knows the small joys: a good halal spot after Friday prayers, or a masjid that feels like family. Her guides to local cafés and masjids grew naturally out of that. She shares what she's learned with the people who share this corner of the world.
Books
Poetry. Prose. Stories that stay.
Soul Ramblings
Poetry
Soul Ramblings
The Love, The Pain
Poetry
Soul Ramblings
The Etched Memories
Prose
Fragments
Poetry · Hindi
Thoda Sa Rumaani Ho Jaaye
The Voices Behind the Visuals
Know the Illustrators
Illustrator & Artist
Faseeha Hassan
A self-taught artist, baker, crocheter, and Islamic calligrapher, Faseeha is a Teacher's Assistant by profession who finds joy in everything she creates. Her passion for art has led her to bring happiness to others. Whether on canvas, paper, or cake, her touch brings warmth to many hearts. Hailing from India, Faseeha moved to the US with her husband many years ago. Now settled in Charlotte, North Carolina, she enjoys life with her three wonderful sons and husband. In her free time she listens to music, watches films, and reads. Most of all, she loves exploring a new form of art.
Illustrator & Artist
Henna Aslam
Henna Aslam was an artist whose vision was as bold as it was thoughtful. She moved easily across mediums, letting each piece carry its own truth. Her work showed skill, but also curiosity and care. She painted with intention, giving voice to ideas she held close to her heart. Faith, justice, and humanity were quietly woven through her work. Even at a young age, her presence in every piece was unmistakable. She inspired those around her to see art as conversation, not decoration. The work she left behind continues to speak, linger, and inspire.
In Their Own Words
What Readers Say
"Soul Ramblings of SAM Ruh"
The hardest part of writing a poem is that each line has to be so true and so personal that you must line it with your life sometimes. Your use of rhyme scheme and rhythm was a nostalgic trip down the old poetry books. I hope you write more and explore more and sing more.Aysha Mahmood Feminichi
"Soul Ramblings of SAM Ruh"
SAM 'Ruh' — her writings go deep into your soul and there they stay. I particularly like the romantic images she paints on the canvas of your mind. Makes each episode look life-like. As if she is giving voice to your innermost feelings.Suvitha Ajit Writer · Healer · Fitness Coach
"Soul Ramblings of SAM Ruh"
SAM Ruh's poems exquisitely portray the bare emotions of a commoner. Her words unfold the plight of one's soul breaking the chains of an ever-demanding universe. 'My Prayer Rug' invoked a strong sense of faith in me. Disconnecting us from bitter realities, she takes us into an imaginary world we all dream of — a magnificent combination of love and pain expressed with intense passion.Nazia Mohammed Montessori Educator
थोड़ा सा रूमानी हो जाए
खुद को खोजते खोजते उतरी ये कविताएँ कभी जीवन को दिखाती है, कभी सवाल खड़े करती हैं, कभी खुदी में खुदा को ढूँढ़ती हैं। इन्हें पढ़ते-पढ़ते जीवन की गहराई में डूब जाने का मन करता है। प्यास जगाती हैं ये कविताएँ।अंकुर तिवारी {बोमन हू}
Always Becoming
Work in Progress
Every draft is a conversation with what's possible.
Projects in various stages of development: some just beginning to bloom, others evolving through trial, inspiration, and the quiet ache of getting it right.
- Poems
- Shayari
- Stories
- Reflections
- Prompt Writings
A space for the quiet weight
You Are Not Alone
Depression
Tired, stuck, or feeling low? You're not alone. Come sit with me. There is hope.
Depression is often misunderstood as temporary sadness. For many, it is a quiet, enduring weight that affects the mind, emotions, and the will to move forward.
This is a personal space. It doesn't deny the dark, but it keeps room for hope, for healing, and for the slow return of light.
Get Through ThisLet's Talk
You Reached Out. That Already Means Something.
Every Message Is Read With Care
Maybe you just finished one of her books and something stayed with you. Maybe you're a fellow creative with the spark of an idea. Maybe you just want to say "I felt this." Whatever it is, SAM would love to hear from you.
SAM lives close to her words and away from the noise. Her true home is this website. Instagram is where she's easiest to reach.