Sri Lanka, March 11 -- The art of storytelling has fascinated the human imagination, forging connections between cultures throughout history. Understanding the richness of other cultures through storytellers plays a crucial role in dismantling long-standing barriers among individuals. Marguerite Richards, based in Sri Lanka, is a renowned editor with a background in literature, translation, and magazine publishing. She unveiled her latest publication, a collection of short stories titled "The Ordinary Chaos of Being Human," which she edited. This book is a seven-year endeavour to discover a multitude of narratives from various realms, aiming to forge connections among individuals through their personal experiences.

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