SAM Ruh
An Author, A Poet, A Storyteller
A poet, writer, and author dedicated to exploring the beauty of life through words.
About SAM Ruh
SAM Ruh is a poet, writer, and full-time author who thrives in the many roles she embraces. Currently working in State Services for New York, she is passionate about writing poems, stories, screenplays, and more. As an RJ, SAM cherished celebrating classic Bollywood music and films on desi radio channels in New Jersey and Chicago.
Originally from India, SAM holds a Master’s in Computer Applications and now calls New York and New Jersey home. Centered by her faith and family, she feels a natural affinity for free-spirited, old-soul energies that mirror her own. She draws inspiration from everyday moments—shared laughter, long drives, fading sunsets, and the quiet strength found in ordinary life. Her writing is shaped by this blend of nostalgia, observation, and emotion, allowing her to craft stories and poems that linger with readers long after the last line.
Known for her love of desi food and her infamous cooking adventures, SAM balances her creative pursuits with a range of ever-evolving interests. Recently, her tastes and preferences have been shifting, reflecting the ways life has been challenging her and shaping her anew. When she isn’t writing, she immerses herself in music, movies, books, and travel to satisfy her wanderlust. She also finds joy in decluttering her space for a sense of freedom and exploring self-improvement techniques, embracing life as a continuous journey of growth, change, and discovery.
Discover more at www.sam-ruh.com or email sam@sam-ruh.com.
About the Illustrators
Faseeha Hassan Faseeha is a self-taught artist, baker, crocheter, and Islamic calligrapher. She is a Teacher Assistant by profession who finds joy in anything she places her hands on. Her passion for art has led her to make others happy by making their occasions sparkle with her touch of art. Be it on canvas, paper, or cake, her art brings joy to many hearts. Hailing from the sub-continent of India, Faseeha moved to the US with her husband Abu Zahir about 25 years ago. The family has and will always be her first priority. Now settled in Charlotte, North Carolina, Faseeha enjoys her life with her three wonderful boys and husband. During her free time, she likes to listen to music, watch movies, read or most of all - explore a new form of art!
Henna Aslam Henna Aslam was a radiant soul who spoke through colors and canvas, weaving her dreams into every piece she touched. Gifted in many mediums — from the richness of oil paints to the vibrancy of digital art — she brought a rare tenderness to her creations. The works featured in this book are a glimpse into the heart of a young artist who, even at just 21 years old, was painting her way toward greatness. Art was Henna’s safe haven, her truest expression of self, where words fell short but colors soared. Though her time with us was far too brief, her spirit lingers in every brushstroke, every hue, every piece she left behind. Through her art, Henna continues to whisper to the world — a soft, eternal reminder of the beauty she carried within.
SAM Ruh's works
SAM Ruh's works span poetry, essays, and other literary forms, capturing life's highs and lows with elegance and insight. Her books reflect her deep understanding of the world and her ongoing journey toward personal growth and discovery.
- Soul Ramblings of SAM Ruh - The Rising
- Soul Ramblings of SAM Ruh - The Love, The Pain
- Soul Ramblings of SAM Ruh - The Etched Memories
- Fragments
- Thoda Sa Rumaani Ho Jaaye
Sample of Her Works
Explore select excerpts from SAM Ruh's literary creations:
Testimonials
“The hardest part of writing a poem is that each line has to be so true and so personal that you must line it with your life sometimes. Your use of rhyme scheme and rhythm was a nostalgic trip down the old poetry books. ‘I wrote it all, spent all my words, for my love should not be misunderstood. I did not want to lose, I would not take a chance, I gave my best I could.’ I hope not! I hope you write more and explore more and sing more.”
– Aysha Mahmood, Feminichi
“SAM ‘Ruh’ – Her writings go deep into your soul and there they stay. I particularly like the romantic images she paints on the canvas of your mind. Makes each episode look life-like. As if she is giving voice to your innermost feelings.”
– Suvitha Ajit, Writer/Healer/Fitness Coach
“SAM Ruh’s poems exquisitely portray the bare emotions of a commoner. Her words unfold the plight of one’s Soul breaking the chains of an ever-demanding universe. ‘My Prayer Rug’ invoked a strong sense of faith in me, giving a feeling of standing feet to feet with her in reverence to our Creator. Disconnecting us from bitter realities and agonies, she takes us into an imaginary world we all dream of. A magnificent combination of love and pain expressed in its own natural essence with intense passion.”
– Nazia Mohammed
“SAM Ruh is truly gifted in her innate ability to craft meaningful words together creating splendid poetry. She has a unique way of expressing grief, romance, love, and longing. She takes one through a rollercoaster of emotions with her clever use of words. ‘The letters that I wrote to you…’ talks about lost love in the most relatable manner, while ‘All I long for…’ talks about the warmth of true love. ‘Not yet...’ expresses the longing for life not yet lived. I highly recommend this book to anyone looking to give a fresh perspective to life’s everyday moments.”
– Priyalakshmi Mohandas
What am I working on right now?
I'm constantly evolving as a creator, and here’s a glimpse into my latest creative adventures. Feel free to explore the different paths my muse has taken: