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Get Hooked to Laughter

Get Hooked to Laughter

A 4 in 1 Gorgeously Illustrated Book that Celebrates the Joy of Laughter | Giftable Hardback Edition | Ages 5+

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Celebrate the laughter that fills our world with joy!

Homework by Lavanya Karthik
Miss gave us some homework: collect an egg, keep it warm, keep it safe and watch it hatch. How could it turn out so badly?

Moodunnit by C.G. Salamander
Illustrations by Andri C.
The vegetables from Ammu’s parents’ cart have disappeared! Who could have stolen them? Amma and Appa are sure the thief must have come in a helicopter. But Ammu, following a trail left by the thief, finds some very strange clues . . .

Biji’s in the Kitchen! by Natasha Sharma
Illustrations by Sonal Gupta
Slimy bhindi curry, anyone? Biji is freestyle and fun. But when she is in the kitchen, everyone, beware!

Wet Paint by Asha Nehemiah
Illustrations by Chetan Sharma
Aman is to paint a mural on the new hospital when disaster strikes. Can he and Paru, the mason’s daughter, save the day? Will the townsfolk get the mural of their dreams?

About the Hook Book Series

In a world where children’s books often feel cut from the same cloth, Hook Books stand out as a vibrant blend of imagination, humour, and heart. Crafted as a bridge between picture books and early chapter books, this series delivers stories that spark joy and wonder, while remaining rooted in age-appropriate learning.

Hook Books keep the fun going with:

  • Short, digestible bits of text (perfect for budding readers)
  • Bright colour illustrations that pull kids into the story
  • Themes that speak to the everyday lives of children—plus a sprinkle of whimsy!


From fantasy tales to those that touch on more advanced ideas, Hook Books ensure that young readers are always in for a treat, no matter their reading level. Even better, these books take children on journeys through different parts of India, giving them a taste of the rich diversity of our world through local flavours, landscapes, and cultures. Whether the story takes place in bustling cities or quiet villages, Hook Books make every setting feel like home.

Imprint: Duckbill

Published: Sep/2026

ISBN: 9789377302948 (Hardback)

Length : 168 Pages

MRP : ₹599.00

Get Hooked to Laughter

A 4 in 1 Gorgeously Illustrated Book that Celebrates the Joy of Laughter | Giftable Hardback Edition | Ages 5+

Various

Celebrate the laughter that fills our world with joy!

Homework by Lavanya Karthik
Miss gave us some homework: collect an egg, keep it warm, keep it safe and watch it hatch. How could it turn out so badly?

Moodunnit by C.G. Salamander
Illustrations by Andri C.
The vegetables from Ammu’s parents’ cart have disappeared! Who could have stolen them? Amma and Appa are sure the thief must have come in a helicopter. But Ammu, following a trail left by the thief, finds some very strange clues . . .

Biji’s in the Kitchen! by Natasha Sharma
Illustrations by Sonal Gupta
Slimy bhindi curry, anyone? Biji is freestyle and fun. But when she is in the kitchen, everyone, beware!

Wet Paint by Asha Nehemiah
Illustrations by Chetan Sharma
Aman is to paint a mural on the new hospital when disaster strikes. Can he and Paru, the mason’s daughter, save the day? Will the townsfolk get the mural of their dreams?

About the Hook Book Series

In a world where children’s books often feel cut from the same cloth, Hook Books stand out as a vibrant blend of imagination, humour, and heart. Crafted as a bridge between picture books and early chapter books, this series delivers stories that spark joy and wonder, while remaining rooted in age-appropriate learning.

Hook Books keep the fun going with:

  • Short, digestible bits of text (perfect for budding readers)
  • Bright colour illustrations that pull kids into the story
  • Themes that speak to the everyday lives of children—plus a sprinkle of whimsy!


From fantasy tales to those that touch on more advanced ideas, Hook Books ensure that young readers are always in for a treat, no matter their reading level. Even better, these books take children on journeys through different parts of India, giving them a taste of the rich diversity of our world through local flavours, landscapes, and cultures. Whether the story takes place in bustling cities or quiet villages, Hook Books make every setting feel like home.

Buying Options
Paperback / Hardback

Various

A collection of stories by celebrated children’s authors and illustrators including Meera Nair, Menaka Raman, Niyati Sharma, Priya Kuriyan, Pia Alize Hazarika and Suvidha Mistry.

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