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The Trickster (English)

The Trickster (English)

Genre: Picture Books

Coyote loves playing tricks … the bigger, the better! He wants not one, but two moons in the sky, and someone to witness the wonder. Will Coyote’s clever trick work on the villagers or will they see through it? Dive into this tale of mischief and magic from the world of Native American myths. Retold By: Meenakshi Bharadwaj (from a Native American folktale) Art By: Charbak Dipta

Par

Par

Author: Akshay Rana | Art by: | Charbak Dipta Genre: Picture Books

Par-Par wants to tell you about the pterosaurs. Ptero … who? You have heard about dinosaurs, and read stories about them. But did you know that dinosaurs had relatives? Meet Par-Par’s friends and family. Travel through time to the Jurassic era. Learn more about Par-Par, and the world that Par-Par lived in with many friends, family and relatives! Author: Akshay Rana Art by: Charbak Dipta

The Keepers of Darkness (English)

The Keepers of Darkness (English)

Genre: Picture Books Illustrator: Upasana Agarwal

“Darkness is alive, ” Patti says. “And we, the Irulas, are keepers of darkness.” Inspired by the indigenous wisdom and resilience of the Irulas, one of the oldest Adivasi communities of India, a book that is a lyrical ode to the deep dark forests and the lives intertwined with them.   Author: Mamta Nainy Illustrator: Upasana Agarwal

Where I belong, Meera’s village by the sea

Where I belong, Meera’s village by the sea

Author: Nandita da Cunha | Art by: | Kripa Genre: Picture Books

“We are finished!” Aaji cried. “Finished. Their road will swallow up our village.” Young Meera loves her life. Imagine living in a village by a city and the sea. But when a monster building grows, and threatens to destroy their Koliwada homes — can plucky Meera save the day?   Award-winning duo: Nandita da Cunha’s stirring prose, and Kripa’s stunning illustrations explore belonging and community, with humour and heart, in this unforgettable story…   With facts, photos and activities at the end for creative inspiration! Author: Nandita da Cunha Art by: Kripa

The Keepers of Darkness (Hindi: Andheron Ke Rakhwale)

The Keepers of Darkness (Hindi: Andheron Ke Rakhwale)

Genre: Picture Books Illustrator: Upasana Agarwal

“Darkness is alive, ” Patti says. “And we, the Irulas, are keepers of darkness.” Inspired by the indigenous wisdom and resilience of the Irulas, one of the oldest Adivasi communities of India, a book that is a lyrical ode to the deep dark forests and the lives intertwined with them.   Author: Mamta Nainy Illustrator: Upasana Agarwal

Barsaat ka Din

Barsaat ka Din

Author: Shweta Ganesh Kumar Genre: Picture Books Illustrator: Shruti Soharia

The flood waters are rising. The sun is nowhere to be seen. The power is out, and provisions are running low. Despite the darkness, little Leela is able to see the magic in the midst of calamity while her family helps her brave the stormy waters cheerfully, and creates a special day for her. Author: Shweta Ganesh Kumar Illustrator: Shruti Soharia

Cat in the Dark (Hindi: Andhiyare Se Atkheli)

Cat in the Dark (Hindi: Andhiyare Se Atkheli)

Genre: Picture Books

Katha brings you Margaret Mahy’s timeless classic about a cat in the dark in its different and quirky avatars. This is a treasure for tiny tots, who will enjoy the delicious word play and the delightful and vibrant illustrations by our young illustrator, Anvadya Khatri. Written by Margaret Mahy Illustrated by Anvadya Khatri

Jadugar Khizr

Jadugar Khizr

Author: Geeta Dharmarajan Genre: Picture Books Illustrator: Negin Ehtesabian

ईरान की गलियों से निकली खिज्र की रहस्यमयी दुनिया की एक अमर कथा- ऐसी कहानी जिसे आप पढ़ना चाहेंगे बार-बार! Also available in English as The Wizard Khizr Author: Geeta Dharmarajan Illustrator : Negin Ehtesabian

The Birth of The Big Blue Planet (English)

The Birth of The Big Blue Planet (English)

Genre: Picture Books

There was once a cloud of dust and gas that loved to spin. It whirled and twirled across the sky, without ever stopping. And then, one day. BOOM! It broke into pieces! But that was just the beginning… Words by: Rohini Chintha Art By: Jasleen Kaur

Cat in the Dark (Tamil: Iruttil Poonai)

Cat in the Dark (Tamil: Iruttil Poonai)

Author: Margaret Mahy Genre: Picture Books Illustrator: Anvadya Khatri

Katha brings you Margaret Mahy’s timeless classic about a cat in the dark in its different and quirky avatars. This is a treasure for tiny tots, who will enjoy the delicious word play and the delightful and vibrant illustrations by our young illustrator, Anvadya Khatri. Author : Margaret Mahy Illustrator : Anvadya Khatri

Gilli Gilli Gola

Gilli Gilli Gola

Author: Charu Anand Genre: Picture Books Illustrator: Suddhasattwa Basu | Series: | Hulgul’s Pitara: Easy Readers

“मैं अपने आप पढ़ूँ – हुलगुल कथा, ” एन. एफ. ई. के लिए है। ये मज़ेदार किताबें कथा द्वारा तैयार की गई हैं। हुलगुल कथा में 8-14 साल की लड़कियों और लड़कों को आकर्षित करने के लिए हास्य और तुकबंदी का भरपूर तमाशा है। Recommended by CBSE and NCERT Author: Charu Anand Illustrator: Suddhasattwa Basu Series: Hulgul’s Pitara: Easy Readers & Picture Books for Early Learners, India Library

Ramu Rides A Bicycle (English)

Ramu Rides A Bicycle (English)

Author: Vakati Panduranga Rao | As told to: | Geeta Dharmarajan | Art By: | Allen Shaw Genre: Picture Books

Ramu dreams of bicycles all day long and wishes he could ride one too! When he finally decides to learn, there are slips, trips, tumbles . . . and magic. A joyful story about trying, failing, trying again and the moment you finally take off. Author: Vakati Panduranga Rao As told to: Geeta Dharmarajan Art By: Allen Shaw