Dr. Leema Dhar

Scopus-Indexed Scholar • Award-Winning Novelist • Bilingual Poet • Motivational Speaker

Assistant Professor of English Literature with 3+ years teaching experience, 7 peer-reviewed publications, and 7 books reaching 100,000+ readers globally.

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Books Authored

100K+

Readers Worldwide

Research Publications

500+

Students Mentored

10+

Keynote Addresses

About Dr. Leema Dhar

Dr. Leema Dhar is an accomplished PhD scholar in English Literature with 3+ years of teaching experience across premier institutions, impacting 500+ undergraduate and postgraduate students through innovative curricula in feminist, postcolonial, and communication studies.

As a Scopus-indexed author with 7 peer-reviewed publications (cumulative citations: 150+ across platforms), she has authored 7 books—reaching 100,000+ readers globally via 3 national bestsellers—and delivered 10+ keynote addresses to audiences exceeding 1,000.

PhDCentral University of Allahabad
7 Books3 National Bestsellers
API Score700+ (UGC Compliant)

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Published Works

National bestselling novels and poetry collections reaching 100,000+ readers globally. Hover a cover to reveal the title and purchase button.

The Committed Sin

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The Committed Sin

Romantic thriller — Leadstart Publishing (2016).

Bestseller

You Touched My Heart

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You Touched My Heart

Romantic novel with supernatural elements — General Press (2013).

Bestseller

The Girl Who Kissed The Snake

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The Girl Who Kissed The Snake

National Bestseller — General Press (2013).

Bestseller

Mom and I Love a Terrorist

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Mom and I Love a Terrorist

National Bestseller — General Press (2012).

Bestseller

Till We Meet Again

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Till We Meet Again

National Bestseller — Diamond Books (2012).

Bestseller

For the Hundred Tomorrows

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For the Hundred Tomorrows

English poetry collection (2010).

Kuch Lafz Naqab Mein

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Kuch Lafz Naqab Mein

Hindi poetry collection (2007).

Research & Publications

Peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, and research metrics in feminist and postcolonial studies.

Selected Peer-Reviewed Publications

Gender, Genre, and Global Reception: Revisiting the Brontës through Comparative Literature

Scope Journal (Scopus-Indexed), Volume 15, Number 03, September 2025 • 25 citations

Modern Wastelanders and the Living Dead in T.S. Eliot's The Waste Land

Gorteria Journal • 30 citations

Beyond the Ordinary: Absurdity in Kafka's Metamorphosis

Pramana Research Journal • 20 citations

The Intangibles: Feminism, Revenge and Reorder in Wuthering Heights

IJCRT • 35 citations

Divinity and the Feminist Indian Woman in The Forest of Enchantments

JETIR • 25 citations

A Study of Postcolonial Novel & Wide Sargasso Sea by Jean Rhys

IJRAR • 15 citations

Conference Presentations

A Study of Wide Sargasso Sea: Looking Through the Eyes of the Feminist

Deep Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University, March 2018

Feminism and Beyond: A Deeper Look into the Brontë Cabin

International Conference at Vasanta College for Women, August 2019

Presented at 5+ National Conferences

Peer-reviewed 10+ manuscripts for journals

Research Metrics

API Score: 700+

Assessed as per UGC guidelines (November 2025)

h-index: 4

Google Scholar equivalent

Total Citations: 150+

Across platforms

Scopus Publications: 1 (2025)

Scopus-indexed journal

Academic & Teaching

Teaching, curriculum development and mentorship across engineering and liberal arts programs.

Education

PhD in English Literature — Central University of Allahabad (2017-2021)

M.A. in English — Central University of Allahabad (First Class)

Diploma in Understanding Gender — Centre for Women's Studies, C.U. Allahabad

Current Position

Assistant Professor — K.C. College of Engineering & Management Studies & Research, Thane (Aug 2025 - Present)

Teach Managerial Communication and Personality Development to 200+ B.Tech/MBA students annually

Previous Positions

Assistant Professor — Noida Institute of Engineering and Technology (2023-2024)

Guest Faculty — Charuchandra College, University of Calcutta (2021-2023)

Guest Faculty — Bankura University (2020-2021)

Awards & Recognition

Nari Samman Award

U.P. State Government for Excellence in Literature and Arts (2016)

Women Achiever Award

Amar Ujala-Rupayan (2013)

Bioved Women Achiever Award

For bilingual poetry contributions (2014)

Youth Icon of India

Youth Action Magazine (2015)

News Maker of the Year

Hindustan (2012 & 2015)

Profiled in Sahitya Akademi

"Who's Who of Indian Writers" (2015)

Media Coverage

Times of India

Hindustan Times

ABP News

Dainik Jagran

Zee News

All India Radio

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Contact Information

Current Address: Flat No. B-102, Jupiter, Lodha Paradise, Majiwada, Thane, Maharashtra 400601

Permanent Address: A-201, Brij Hari Apartments, Drummond Road, Ashok Nagar, Prayagraj-211001(UP)

Email: drleemadhar@gmail.com

Phone: +91 9452751567

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Dr. Leema Dhar

Novelist • Bilingual Poet • Motivational Speaker • Assistant Professor of English

Award-winning author of national bestsellers and active researcher in feminist & postcolonial literature.

Explore My Work Contact

About Dr. Leema Dhar

Dr. Leema Dhar is a PhD scholar, novelist, bilingual poet and a passionate educator. With seven published books (four national bestsellers), multiple awards and a growing body of scholarly work, she combines academic rigor with creative imagination.

PhDCentral University of Allahabad
7 Books4 National Bestsellers
AwardsNari Samman, Women Achiever & more

Get in touch

Published Works

National bestselling novels and poetry collections. Hover a cover to reveal the title and purchase button.

The Committed Sin

Buy on Amazon

The Committed Sin

Romantic thriller — Leadstart Publishing (2016).

Bestseller

You Touched My Heart

Buy on Amazon

You Touched My Heart

Romantic novel with supernatural elements — General Press (2013).

Bestseller

The Girl Who Kissed The Snake

Buy on Amazon

The Girl Who Kissed The Snake

National Bestseller — General Press (2013).

Bestseller

Mom and I Love a Terrorist

Buy on Amazon

Mom and I Love a Terrorist

National Bestseller — General Press (2012).

Bestseller

Till We Meet Again

Buy on Amazon

Till We Meet Again

Diamond Books (2012).

Bestseller

For the Hundred Tomorrows

Purchase

For the Hundred Tomorrows

English poetry collection (2010).

Kuch Lafz Naqab Mein

Purchase

Kuch Lafz Naqab Mein

Hindi poetry collection (2007).

Research & Publications

Selected peer-reviewed work and conference presentations in feminist and postcolonial studies.

Journal Publications

Modern Wastelanders and the Living Dead — Gorteria Journal
Beyond the Ordinary — Pramana Research Journal
The Intangibles — IJCRT

Book Chapters

A Comparative Study of Indian Feminism and Western Feminism — LANGLIT
Tracing the Sea with No Land — The Quintessence of Humanistic-Existentialism

Conference Presentations

Deen Dayal Upadhyay University — Wide Sargasso Sea (2018)
Vasanta College — Feminism and Beyond (2019)

Academic & Teaching

Teaching, curriculum development and mentorship across engineering and liberal arts programs.

Education

PhD in English — Central University of Allahabad

Teaching

Assistant Professor, K.C. College of Engineering & Management Studies & Research; previous roles in Noida, Kolkata and Bankura.

Philosophy

Interactive, comparative, and research-led pedagogy to encourage critical thinking.

Awards & Recognition

Nari Samman Award

U.P. State Government (2016)

Women Achiever Award

Amar Ujala-Rupayan (2013)

Youth Icon

YOUTH ACTION Magazine (2015)

Media Coverage

Times of India

Hindustan Times

ABP News

Dainik Jagran

Get in Touch

Contact Information

Address: Flat No. B-102, Jupiter, Lodha Paradise, Majiwada, Thane, Maharashtra 400601

Permanent: A-201, Brij Hari Apartments, Ashok Nagar, Prayagraj-211001(UP)

Email: drleemadhar@gmail.com

Phone: +91 9452751567

LinkedIn: Profile

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Dr. Leema Dhar

Novelist • Bilingual Poet • Motivational Speaker • Assistant Professor of English

Award-winning author of national bestsellers and active researcher in feminist & postcolonial literature.

Explore My Work Contact

About Dr. Leema Dhar

PhDCentral University of Allahabad
7 Books4 National Bestsellers
AwardsNari Samman, Women Achiever & more

Get in touch

Published Works

National bestselling novels and acclaimed poetry collections. Click the cover to view/purchase on Amazon.

The Committed Sin

Romantic thriller — Leadstart Publishing (2016).

Buy on Amazon Bestseller

You Touched My Heart

Romantic novel with supernatural elements — National Bestseller (2013).

Buy on Amazon Bestseller

The Girl Who Kissed the Snake

National Bestseller — General Press (2013).

Buy on Amazon Bestseller

Mom and I Love a Terrorist

National Bestseller — General Press (2012).

Buy on Amazon Bestseller

Till We Meet Again

National Bestseller — Diamond Books (2012).

Buy on Amazon Bestseller

For the Hundred Tomorrows

English poetry collection (2010).

Purchase

Kuch Lafz Naqab Mein

Hindi poetry collection (2007).

Purchase

Research & Publications

Selected peer-reviewed work and conference presentations in feminist and postcolonial studies.

Journal Publications

Modern Wastelanders and the Living Dead — Gorteria Journal
Beyond the Ordinary — Pramana Research Journal
The Intangibles — IJCRT

Book Chapters

A Comparative Study of Indian Feminism and Western Feminism — LANGLIT
Tracing the Sea with No Land — The Quintessence of Humanistic-Existentialism

Conference Presentations

Deen Dayal Upadhyay University — Wide Sargasso Sea (2018)
Vasanta College — Feminism and Beyond (2019)

Academic & Teaching

Teaching, curriculum development and mentorship across engineering and liberal arts programs.

Education

PhD in English — Central University of Allahabad

Teaching

Assistant Professor, K.C. College of Engineering & Management Studies & Research; previous roles in Noida, Kolkata and Bankura.

Philosophy

Interactive, comparative, and research-led pedagogy to encourage critical thinking.

Awards & Recognition

Nari Samman Award

U.P. State Government (2016)

Women Achiever Award

Amar Ujala-Rupayan (2013)

Youth Icon

YOUTH ACTION Magazine (2015)

Media Coverage

Times of India

Hindustan Times

ABP News

Dainik Jagran

Get in Touch

Contact Information

Address: Flat No. B-102, Jupiter, Lodha Paradise, Majiwada, Thane, Maharashtra 400601

Permanent: A-201, Brij Hari Apartments, Ashok Nagar, Prayagraj-211001(UP)

Email: drleemadhar@gmail.com

Phone: +91 9452751567

LinkedIn: Profile

Send a message

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Dr. Leema Dhar

Novelist • Bilingual Poet • Motivational Speaker • Assistant Professor of English

Award-winning author of national bestsellers and active researcher in feminist & postcolonial literature.

Explore My Work

About Dr. Leema Dhar

PhDCentral University of Allahabad
7 Books4 National Bestsellers
AwardsNari Samman, Women Achiever & more

Get in touch

Published Works

Selected national bestsellers and poetry collections. Click a cover to open the purchase page on Amazon.

The Committed Sin

A romantic thriller — Leadstart Publishing (2016).

Buy on Amazon Bestseller

You Touched My Heart

Romantic novel with supernatural elements — National Bestseller (2013).

Buy on Amazon Bestseller

The Girl Who Kissed the Snake

National Bestseller — General Press (2013).

Buy on Amazon Bestseller

Mom and I Love a Terrorist

National Bestseller — General Press (2012).

Buy on Amazon Bestseller

Till We Meet Again

National Bestseller — Diamond Books (2012).

Buy on Amazon Bestseller

For the Hundred Tomorrows

English poetry collection (2010).

Purchase

Kuch Lafz Naqab Mein

Hindi poetry collection (2007).

Purchase

Research & Publications

Selected peer-reviewed work and conference presentations in feminist and postcolonial studies.

Journal Publications

Modern Wastelanders and the Living Dead — Gorteria Journal
Beyond the Ordinary — Pramana Research Journal
The Intangibles — IJCRT

Book Chapters

A Comparative Study of Indian Feminism and Western Feminism — LANGLIT
Tracing the Sea with No Land — The Quintessence of Humanistic-Existentialism

Conference Presentations

Deen Dayal Upadhyay University — Wide Sargasso Sea (2018)
Vasanta College — Feminism and Beyond (2019)

Academic & Teaching

Teaching, curriculum development and mentorship across engineering and liberal arts programs.

Education

PhD in English — Central University of Allahabad

Teaching

Assistant Professor, K.C. College of Engineering & Management Studies & Research; previous roles in Noida, Kolkata and Bankura.

Philosophy

Interactive, comparative, and research-led pedagogy to encourage critical thinking.

Awards & Recognition

Nari Samman Award

U.P. State Government (2016)

Women Achiever Award

Amar Ujala-Rupayan (2013)

Youth Icon

YOUTH ACTION Magazine (2015)

Media Coverage

Times of India

Hindustan Times

ABP News

Dainik Jagran

Get in Touch

Contact Information

Address: Flat No. B-102, Jupiter, Lodha Paradise, Majiwada, Thane, Maharashtra 400601

Permanent: A-201, Brij Hari Apartments, Ashok Nagar, Prayagraj-211001(UP)

Email: drleemadhar@gmail.com

Phone: +91 9452751567

LinkedIn: Profile

Send a message

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Dr. Leema Dhar

Novelist | Bilingual Poet | Motivational Speaker | Assistant Professor of English

Exploring the depths of literature, education, and creative expression

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About Dr. Leema Dhar

A distinguished scholar and award-winning author bridging academia and literature

Dr. Leema Dhar

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Welcome to My World of Words

Dr. Leema Dhar stands as a distinguished figure at the intersection of rigorous academic scholarship and prolific creative writing, embodying a unique synthesis of literary excellence and intellectual leadership.

With a PhD in English Literature from Central University of Allahabad and an impressive portfolio of seven published books—including four national bestsellers—she has established herself as one of India's most compelling literary voices and academic minds.

Currently serving as an Assistant Professor of English & Communication at K.C. College of Engineering & Management Studies and Research in Mumbai, Dr. Dhar brings her expertise to engineering and management students.

PhD in English

Central University of Allahabad

7 Published Books

4 National Bestsellers

Award-Winning

Multiple National Awards

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Published Works

National bestselling novels and acclaimed poetry collections

Bestseller

The Committed Sin

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The Committed Sin

A romantic thriller published by Leadstart Publishing (2016).

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Bestseller

You Touched My Heart

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You Touched My Heart

Romantic novel with supernatural elements, National Bestseller (2013).

₹290 Purchase Now

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The Girl Who Kissed the Snake

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The Girl Who Kissed the Snake

National Bestseller published by General Press (2013).

₹170 Purchase Now

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Mom and I Love a Terrorist

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Mom and I Love a Terrorist

National Bestseller published by General Press (2012).

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Till We Meet Again

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Till We Meet Again

National Bestseller published by Diamond Books (2012).

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For the Hundred Tomorrows

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For the Hundred Tomorrows

English poetry collection published in 2010.

₹175 Purchase Now

Kuch Lafz Naqab Mein

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Kuch Lafz Naqab Mein

Hindi poetry collection published in 2007.

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Research & Publications

Contributions to academic discourse in feminist and postcolonial literature

Journal Publications

Modern Wastelanders and the Living Dead in T.S. Eliot's The Waste Land
Gorteria Journal (ISSN: 0017-2294)

Beyond the Ordinary: Absurdity in Kafka's Metamorphosis
Pramana Research Journal (ISSN: 2249-2976)

The Intangibles: Feminism, Revenge and Reorder in Wuthering Heights
IJCRT (ISSN: 2320-2882)

Book Chapters

A Comparative Study of Indian Feminism and Western Feminism
LANGLIT (ISSN: 2349-5189)

Tracing the Sea with No Land
in The Quintessence of Humanistic-Existentialism (ISBN: 978-81-947388-6-2)

Perspective on Feministic Subalternity in Fire on the Mountain
in Exploring Subalternity in Literature (ISBN: 978-93-90588-54-1)

Conference Presentations

A Study of Wide Sargasso Sea by Jean Rhys: Looking Through the Eyes of the Feminist
Deen Dayal Upadhyay University, Gorakhpur (2018)

Feminism and Beyond: A Deeper Look into the Brontë Cabin
International Conference, Vasanta College of Women, BHU

Faculty Development

Resource Person, All India Faculty Development Programme
Trinity Women's College, Namakkal, Tamil Nadu (July 1–14, 2021)

Academic & Teaching

Dedicated to fostering critical thinking and literary appreciation

Education

PhD in English Literature - Central University of Allahabad (2017-2021)
Thesis: "Feminine Strength in Struggle: A Comparative Study of Charlotte Bronte's Jane Eyre and Anne Bronte's Agnes Grey"

M.A. in English - Central University of Allahabad (2016, 69.08%, First Class)

B.A. in English, Psychology & Education - Central University of Allahabad (2014, 71.48%, First Class)

Diploma in Understanding Gender - Centre for Women's Studies, Central University of Allahabad (2018)

Teaching Experience

Assistant Professor - K.C. College of Engineering & Management Studies and Research, Mumbai (Current)

Assistant Professor (English) - Noida Institute of Engineering and Technology, Greater Noida (July 2023 – August 2024)

Assistant Professor (Guest Faculty) - Charuchandra College, Kolkata (University of Calcutta)

Assistant Professor (Guest Faculty) - Bankura University, West Bengal (December 2020–January 2021)

Teaching Philosophy

Dr. Dhar's teaching methodology focuses on creating an interactive classroom environment where students are active participants in their learning journey. This approach includes group discussions, real-world problem solving, and collaborative projects that enhance critical thinking skills.

Through innovative techniques, she helps students develop a deep appreciation for literature. Her methods include contextual analysis, comparative studies, and creative writing exercises that make literature accessible and engaging for all learners.

Awards & Recognition

National recognition for literary and academic contributions

Nari Samman Award

U.P. State Government (2016)

Women Achiever Award

Amar Ujala-Rupayan (2013, ₹50,000)

Bioved Women Achiever Award

(2014)

Youth Icon of India

YOUTH ACTION Magazine (2015)

Honoured by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister

(2012)

Keynote Speaker

6th National Peace Convention, Christ University, Bangalore & ABP News Channel (2019)

Brand Ambassador

Dainik Jagran, Uttar Pradesh General Elections (2014)

News Maker of the Year

Hindustan (Hindi Daily) - 2012 & 2015

Media Coverage

Times of India

Hindustan Times

The Pioneer

Amar Ujala

Dainik Jagran

ABP News

Zee News

All India Radio

Get In Touch

Connect for collaborations, speaking engagements, or academic discussions

Contact Information

Address

Flat No. B-102, Jupiter, Lodha Paradise, Majiwada, Thane, Maharashtra 400601

Permanent Address: A-201, Brij Hari Apartments, Ashok Nagar, Prayagraj-211001(UP)

Email

drleemadhar@gmail.com

Phone

+91 9452751567

Online Profiles

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/dr-leema-dhar-354bba5a

Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leema_Dhar

Google Scholar: Dr Leema Dhar

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Dr. Leema Dhar

Novelist | Bilingual Poet | Motivational Speaker | Assistant Professor of English

Exploring the depths of literature, education, and creative expression

Explore My Work

About Dr. Leema Dhar

A distinguished scholar and award-winning author bridging academia and literature

Welcome to My World of Words

PhD in English

Central University of Allahabad

7 Published Books

4 National Bestsellers

Award-Winning

Multiple National Awards

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Published Works

National bestselling novels and acclaimed poetry collections

Bestseller

The Committed Sin

A romantic thriller published by Leadstart Publishing (2016).

₹499 Purchase Now

Bestseller

You Touched My Heart

Romantic novel with supernatural elements, National Bestseller (2013).

₹449 Purchase Now

Bestseller

The Girl Who Kissed the Snake

National Bestseller published by General Press (2013).

₹399 Purchase Now

Bestseller

Mom and I Love a Terrorist

National Bestseller published by General Press (2012).

₹399 Purchase Now

Research & Publications

Contributions to academic discourse in feminist and postcolonial literature

Journal Publications

Modern Wastelanders and the Living Dead in T.S. Eliot's The Waste Land
Gorteria Journal (ISSN: 0017-2294)

Beyond the Ordinary: Absurdity in Kafka's Metamorphosis
Pramana Research Journal (ISSN: 2249-2976)

The Intangibles: Feminism, Revenge and Reorder in Wuthering Heights
IJCRT (ISSN: 2320-2882)

Book Chapters

A Comparative Study of Indian Feminism and Western Feminism
LANGLIT (ISSN: 2349-5189)

Tracing the Sea with No Land
in The Quintessence of Humanistic-Existentialism (ISBN: 978-81-947388-6-2)

Perspective on Feministic Subalternity in Fire on the Mountain
in Exploring Subalternity in Literature (ISBN: 978-93-90588-54-1)

Conference Presentations

A Study of Wide Sargasso Sea by Jean Rhys: Looking Through the Eyes of the Feminist
Deen Dayal Upadhyay University, Gorakhpur (2018)

Feminism and Beyond: A Deeper Look into the Brontë Cabin
International Conference, Vasanta College of Women, BHU

Faculty Development

Resource Person, All India Faculty Development Programme
Trinity Women's College, Namakkal, Tamil Nadu (July 1–14, 2021)

Academic & Teaching

Dedicated to fostering critical thinking and literary appreciation

Education

PhD in English Literature - Central University of Allahabad (2017-2021)
Thesis: "Feminine Strength in Struggle: A Comparative Study of Charlotte Bronte's Jane Eyre and Anne Bronte's Agnes Grey"

M.A. in English - Central University of Allahabad (2016, 69.08%, First Class)

B.A. in English, Psychology & Education - Central University of Allahabad (2014, 71.48%, First Class)

Diploma in Understanding Gender - Centre for Women's Studies, Central University of Allahabad (2018)

Teaching Experience

Assistant Professor - K.C. College of Engineering & Management Studies and Research, Mumbai (Current)

Assistant Professor (English) - Noida Institute of Engineering and Technology, Greater Noida (July 2023 – August 2024)

Assistant Professor (Guest Faculty) - Charuchandra College, Kolkata (University of Calcutta) (February 2021–July 2023)

Assistant Professor (Guest Faculty) - Bankura University, West Bengal (December 2020–January 2021)

Teaching Philosophy

Awards & Recognition

National recognition for literary and academic contributions

Nari Samman Award

U.P. State Government (2016)

Women Achiever Award

Amar Ujala-Rupayan (2013, ₹50,000)

Bioved Women Achiever Award

(2014)

Youth Icon of India

YOUTH ACTION Magazine (2015)

Honoured by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister

(2012)

Keynote Speaker

6th National Peace Convention, Christ University, Bangalore & ABP News Channel (2019)

Brand Ambassador

Dainik Jagran, Uttar Pradesh General Elections (2014)

News Maker of the Year

Hindustan (Hindi Daily) - 2012 & 2015

Media Coverage

Times of India

Hindustan Times

The Pioneer

Amar Ujala

Dainik Jagran

ABP News

Zee News

All India Radio

Get In Touch

Connect for collaborations, speaking engagements, or academic discussions

Contact Information

Address

Flat No. B-102, Jupiter, Lodha Paradise, Majiwada, Thane, Maharashtra 400601

Permanent Address: A-201, Brij Hari Apartments, Ashok Nagar, Prayagraj-211001(UP)

Email

drleemadhar@gmail.com

Phone

+91 9452751567

Online Profiles

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/dr-leema-dhar-354bba5a

Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leema_Dhar

Google Scholar: Dr Leema Dhar

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Dr. Leema Dhar

Novelist | Bilingual Poet | Motivational Speaker | Assistant Professor of English

Exploring the depths of literature, education, and creative expression

Explore My Work

About Dr. Leema Dhar

Welcome to My World of Words

Dr. Leema Dhar is an acclaimed Indian author, academic, and educator currently serving as Assistant Professor at K.C. College of Engineering & Management Studies and Research in Mumbai. With over 3 years of teaching experience, including roles at Noida Institute of Engineering and Technology and Charuchandra College, University of Calcutta, she specializes in feminist and postcolonial literature.

With a PhD in English Literature from Central University of Allahabad, Dr. Dhar has published numerous research papers in high-impact journals and authored seven books—two poetry anthologies and five fiction works, including four national bestsellers.

UGC-compliant with an API score exceeding 619, she blends rigorous scholarship with creative expression, mentoring students, advocating for gender equity, and inspiring through motivational speaking to foster critical thinkers and empowered voices in academia and beyond.

Get In Touch

Published Works

The Committed Sin

A romantic thriller published by Leadstart Publishing (2016).

₹499

Purchase Now

You Touched My Heart

Romantic novel with supernatural elements, National Bestseller (2013).

₹449

Purchase Now

The Girl Who Kissed the Snake

National Bestseller published by General Press (2013).

₹399

Purchase Now

Mom and I Love a Terrorist

National Bestseller published by General Press (2012).

₹399

Purchase Now

Till We Meet Again

National Bestseller published by Diamond Books (2012).

₹349

Purchase Now

For the Hundred Tomorrows

English poetry collection published in 2010.

₹299

Purchase Now

Kuch Lafz Naqab Mein

Hindi poetry collection published in 2007.

₹299

Purchase Now

Research & Publications

Journal Publications

Modern Wastelanders and the Living Dead in T.S. Eliot's The Waste Land
Gorteria Journal (ISSN: 0017-2294)

Beyond the Ordinary: Absurdity in Kafka's Metamorphosis
Pramana Research Journal (ISSN: 2249-2976)

The Intangibles: Feminism, Revenge and Reorder in Wuthering Heights
IJCRT (ISSN: 2320-2882)

Divinity and the Feminist Indian Woman in The Forest of Enchantments
JETIR (ISSN: 2349-5162)

A Study of Postcolonial Novel & Wide Sargasso Sea by Jean Rhys
IJRAR (ISSN: 2348-1269)

Book Chapters

A Comparative Study of Indian Feminism and Western Feminism
LANGLIT (ISSN: 2349-5189)

Tracing the Sea with No Land
in The Quintessence of Humanistic-Existentialism (ISBN: 978-81-947388-6-2)

Perspective on Feministic Subalternity in Fire on the Mountain
in Exploring Subalternity in Literature (ISBN: 978-93-90588-54-1)

Feminism: Toxicity Gender Bias in The Tenant of Wildfell Hall
in New Aspects and Trends in Literature (ISBN: 978-81-953639-1-9)

Soaring Sadness: Tuberculosis, Tragedy and Tales of the Brontës
in Exploring Pandemics and Disasters (ISBN: 978-93-90891-00-9)

Conference Presentations

A Study of Wide Sargasso Sea by Jean Rhys: Looking Through the Eyes of the Feminist
Deen Dayal Upadhyay University, Gorakhpur (2018)

Feminism and Beyond: A Deeper Look into the Brontë Cabin
International Conference, Vasanta College of Women, BHU

Faculty Development

Resource Person, All India Faculty Development Programme
Trinity Women's College, Namakkal, Tamil Nadu (July 1–14, 2021)
Topic: The Use of the Internet Arena and Social Media for Expansion of Education

Academic & Teaching Methods

Education

PhD in English Literature - Central University of Allahabad (2017-2021)
Thesis: Feminine Strength in Struggle: A Comparative Study of Charlotte Bronte's Jane Eyre and Anne Bronte's Agnes Grey

M.A. in English - Central University of Allahabad (2016, 69.08%, First Class)

B.A. in English, Psychology & Education - Central University of Allahabad (2014, 71.48%, First Class)

Diploma in Understanding Gender - Centre for Women's Studies, Central University of Allahabad (2018)

Teaching Experience

Assistant Professor - K.C. College of Engineering & Management Studies and Research, Mumbai (Current)

Assistant Professor (English) - Noida Institute of Engineering and Technology, Greater Noida (July 2023 – August 2024)

Assistant Professor (Guest Faculty) - Charuchandra College, Kolkata (University of Calcutta) (February 2021–July 2023)

Assistant Professor (Guest Faculty) - Bankura University, West Bengal (December 2020–January 2021)

Teaching Philosophy

Awards & Recognition

Nari Samman Award

U.P. State Government (2016)

Women Achiever Award

Amar Ujala-Rupayan (2013, ₹50,000)

Bioved Women Achiever Award

(2014)

Youth Icon of India

YOUTH ACTION Magazine (2015)

Honoured by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister

(2012)

Keynote Speaker

6th National Peace Convention, Christ University, Bangalore & ABP News Channel (2019)

Brand Ambassador

Dainik Jagran, Uttar Pradesh General Elections (2014)

News Maker of the Year

Hindustan (Hindi Daily) - 2012 & 2015

Media Coverage

Times of India, Hindustan Times, Pioneer, Amar Ujala, Dainik Jagran, ABP News, Zed News, News Nation, ETV News, Star TV, Sahara, APN News, Samachar Plus, K TV, All India Radio, Big FM 92.7, Red FM 93.5

Get In Touch

Contact Information

Address

Flat No. B-102, Jupiter, Lodha Paradise, Majiwada, Thane, Maharashtra 400601

Email

dcleemadhar@gmail.com
leema.dhar@gmail.com

Phone

+91 9452751567

Online Profiles

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/dr-leema-dhar-354bba5a

Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leema_Dhar