No list would be complete without the queen of Telugu romance. Sulochana Rani’s stories are timeless. This collection features short, poignant tales of love lost and found. Her prose is lyrical, and her understanding of the female psyche is unmatched.

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But will Priya's newfound love for Raghu overcome her initial doubts and fears?

If you don't have time for a full collection, start with these landmark individual short stories: