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“There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.” — Maya Angelou Each year on April 23rd, the world pauses to recognize World Book and Copyright Day, a global initiative by UNESCO that celebrates books as windows into knowledge, culture, and human imagination. It is also a call to protect the rights of creators, especially authors, poets, publishers, and thinkers, whose words move the world. Books are more than just pages; they are portals to our history, identity, innovation, and voice. They document the soul of a people, preserve the memories of generations, and give wings to the dreams of those who dare to envision new possibilities. In this regard, the written word becomes not only a reflection of our past but a blueprint for a more inclusive, compassionate, and just future. For women everywhere, writing has always been more than expression, it has been liberation. From…