insightful details about his craft." The Indian Express described the translation as mellifluous and wrote that "well-informed choices for pivotal words open new possibilities of re-readings for a Gujarati reader." The Deccan Chronicle praised the depth of each story, adding: “. . . which means that a) the translator has done an excellent job and b) every story in the book is satisfying, something that does not often happen with short story collections.” The Shehnai Virtuoso and Other Stories by Dhumketu (literary translation) In 2022, the US edition of Bhatt's literary translation of Dhumketu's selected short stories was published as The Shehnai Virtuoso and Other Stories by Deep Vellum Books. Kirkus Reviews called it "a love letter to the power of art and the human spirit." Publishers Weekly said that "Complex characters, vibrant imagery, and descriptions of rural Gujarat State bolster each of the stories." Words Without Borders reviewed it as a "skillful translation." Asymptote Journal described it as “. . . a kaleidoscope, abundant in variegating depictions of both landscapes and the human interiors populating them.” The translation also made World Literature Todays 75 Notable Translations of 2022 list. In an interview with Five Books, Bhatt said that "Not only is it the first ever book-length translation of his vast oeuvre, it is also the first ever translation from Gujarati being published in the US, where we have the largest Gujarati diaspora." Desi Books LLC Bhatt started Desi Books as a podcast in April 2020 to spotlight books by writers of South Asian origin. South Asia refers to the SAARC countries: India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Nepal, Bhutan, and The Maldives. Mid-Day called it a venue for "the best of desi reads." Eastern Eye described it as one of the most "popular podcasts redefining real talk." The Dallas Morning News featured Bhatt and Desi Books saying "This North Texas author is shining a light on Desi authors from around the globe." The Los Angeles Review of Books described it as follows: "What started as a modest program now has several channels, featuring conversations on craft, book reviews, and even video episodes." In August 2021, Desi Books was registered as an LLC and a global multimedia forum that showcases South Asian literature and connects readers and writers through conversation and community. In February 2023, Bhatt announced that she would be winding down the platform although the archives would remain