Paper Listens

About

Hello, and welcome.

Who am I?

I'm a full-time professional, a husband, and a father, living a quiet life with my family. My days are spent working and navigating the everyday—but my nights belong to words.

Why do I write?

I write because my heart needs a place to go, and my words follow. What you’ll find here isn’t polished or perfect—it’s honest. My writing is born from love, loss, resilience, and the quiet moments in between. It’s not about being clever or ornate—it’s about witnessing and connection.

Who do I write for?

I write to connect and help anyone that needs it. I’m not here to fit into literary molds or meet expectations. I’m here to share what I feel, in the hope that it resonates with you. Thank you for being here. Thank you for reading.

If my words find you, I hope they sit beside you like an old friend. I hope they give voice to emotions you’ve struggled to name, or remind you that you’re not alone.

Take them. They belong to you anyway.

Warmly,

Shahid