She is a writer who has published extensively in many national and international journals. Her Doctoral thesis is on feminist spirituality in the female protagonists of Paulo Coelho. Her areas of interest are Mysticism, Cultural Theory, Feminine Spirituality, Folk lore Studies, Diaspora, Post- Colonial literature and Indian Aesthetics. She is an ardent researcher and enjoys observing people, nature walks and meditation. Dr. Mallika lives in Thrissur, Kerala with her family. Recently she has been appointed as one of the Coordinators for Kerala (South) Region of FSLE-India.