In an age where literature often mirrors the chaos and speed of modern life, debut author Shivam Kumar Singh emerges as a refreshing storyteller who dares to pause, reflect, and dive deep into the tender emotions that define human connection. His first novel, I Belong to Your World: The Unconditional Love, is not merely a work of fiction—it is a heartfelt tribute to motherhood, memory, and selfless love.
At just 17, the book’s protagonist Lucas embarks on a journey many of us only dream of—to travel through time and touch the life of a loved one in their most formative years. But it’s not the magical elements that make this story special; it’s the emotional resonance that lingers. Through the eyes of Lucas, readers are invited into a world where love transcends logic, where a son’s longing to heal his mother becomes the very essence of his existence—and ultimately, his sacrifice.
For author Shivam Kumar Singh, this story is deeply personal. A native of Saharsa, Bihar, and currently a student at IIT Madras, Shivam brings with him the quiet resilience of small-town India combined with the intellect and sensitivity of a thinker who questions, imagines, and empathizes. His own life, grounded in humble beginnings and academic pursuit, mirrors the duality of Lucas’s world—where dreams meet reality and emotion meets responsibility.
What sets I Belong to Your World apart from many debut novels is its maturity. While the time-travel plot captures the imagination, it is the emotional depth—especially in the mother-son relationship—that becomes the book’s heartbeat. Eliza’s transformation from a subdued young girl to a fulfilled writer, aided by the gentle guidance of her future son, is symbolic of the transformative power of love and belief.
Shivam’s writing demonstrates a rare understanding of emotional subtlety. He writes not just to tell a story but to invite readers into a space of empathy. In a literary market often dominated by thrillers and high drama, his focus on inner journeys and quiet heroism stands out.
The book also invites reflection on the role of women’s dreams—often sidelined by societal expectations—and how small acts of encouragement can shift a person’s entire trajectory. In this way, Shivam’s work also resonates as a commentary on intergenerational healing and the importance of honoring the silent sacrifices made by mothers.
As an author, Shivam Kumar Singh is just beginning. But if I Belong to Your World is any indication, he is poised to be a literary voice that blends imagination with emotional truth. Readers looking for a novel that speaks to the soul, stirs the heart, and honors the timeless bond between a child and a parent will find in his book a moving companion.
With this debut, Shivam steps into the world of storytelling not just as a writer, but as a gentle force—one that understands the silent language of love, sacrifice, and memory. The literary world will do well to watch his journey unfold.
