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I am Manisha Dhesi, a literature specialist and published writer with an MA in Creative Writing and a BSc (Hons) in Psychology. I evaluate narrative coherence, thematic depth, symbolism, tone, and character consistency across fiction, poetry, and non-fiction, translating close readings into clear written feedback for high-accuracy evaluation environments. My publications span Spelt Magazine, Fawn Press, Forge Zine, The Tiger Moth Review, and The Thicket Magazine. I’m also the Laurel Prize Poet-in-Residence for 2025, and I create educational literary analysis content to help readers and students grasp narrative devices with clarity and warmth.…I am Manisha Dhesi, a literature specialist and published writer with an MA in Creative Writing and a BSc (Hons) in Psychology. I evaluate narrative coherence, thematic depth, symbolism, tone, and character consistency across fiction, poetry, and non-fiction, translating close readings into clear written feedback for high-accuracy evaluation environments. My publications span Spelt Magazine, Fawn Press, Forge Zine, The Tiger Moth Review, and The Thicket Magazine. I’m also the Laurel Prize Poet-in-Residence for 2025, and I create educational literary analysis content to help readers and students grasp narrative devices with clarity and warmth.

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I am Manisha Dhesi, a literature specialist and published writer with an MA in Creative Writing and a BSc (Hons) in Psychology. I evaluate narrative coherence, thematic depth, symbolism, tone, and character consistency across fiction, poetry, and non-fiction, translating close readings into clear written feedback for high-accuracy evaluation environments. My publications span Spelt Magazine, Fawn Press, Forge Zine, The Tiger Moth Review, and The Thicket Magazine. I’m also the Laurel Prize Poet-in-Residence for 2025, and I create educational literary analysis content to help readers and students grasp narrative devices with clarity and warmth.…I am Manisha Dhesi, a literature specialist and published writer with an MA in Creative Writing and a BSc (Hons) in Psychology. I evaluate narrative coherence, thematic depth, symbolism, tone, and character consistency across fiction, poetry, and non-fiction, translating close readings into clear written feedback for high-accuracy evaluation environments. My publications span Spelt Magazine, Fawn Press, Forge Zine, The Tiger Moth Review, and The Thicket Magazine. I’m also the Laurel Prize Poet-in-Residence for 2025, and I create educational literary analysis content to help readers and students grasp narrative devices with clarity and warmth.

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I am Manisha Dhesi, a literature specialist and published writer with an MA in Creative Writing and a BSc (Hons) in Psychology. I evaluate narrative coherence, thematic depth, symbolism, tone, and character consistency across fiction, poetry, and non-fiction, translating close readings into clear written feedback for high-accuracy evaluation environments.

My publications span Spelt Magazine, Fawn Press, Forge Zine, The Tiger Moth Review, and The Thicket Magazine. I’m also the Laurel Prize Poet-in-Residence for 2025, and I create educational literary analysis content to help readers and students grasp narrative devices with clarity and warmth.

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Work Experience

Writer, Poet & Literary Analyst

January 1, 2023 - Present

Evaluate narrative structure, thematic coherence, symbolism, and voice across contemporary and classic texts; conduct close readings to identify strengths, gaps, and misinterpretations in narrative execution; assess tone, genre conventions, and emotional impact on the reader; translate complex literary analysis into clear, structured written feedback; apply consistent analytical judgment across fiction, poetry, and non-fiction.

Literary Educator & Content Creator

January 1, 2024 - Present

Create educational literary analysis content focused on narrative comprehension; break down complex texts to assess clarity, intent, and execution; evaluate how effectively themes, symbolism, and narrative devices are communicated to audiences.

Clinical Research Associate (CRA II) at IQVIA

April 1, 2024 - January 30, 2026

Evaluate complex written documentation for accuracy, internal consistency, and coherence; identify discrepancies, omissions, and narrative misalignment under strict quality standards; produce structured written feedback and justification aligned with predefined criteria; apply analytical judgment consistently across high-volume review tasks.

Poet - in - Residence at Laurel Prize

December 30, 2024 - Present

Poet-in-Residence, Laurel Prize (2025).

Writer, Poet & Literary Analyst at Independent / Freelance

January 1, 2023 - Present

Poet-in-Residence at Laurel Prize

January 1, 2025 - Present

Poet-in-Residence role, contributing thematic and craft insights to educational storytelling content.

Literary Educator & Content Creator at Independent / Freelance

January 1, 2024 - Present