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Agalya in the Spotlight | A Fresh, Modern Twist to Rapunzel | Fun Illustrations | Themes of Beauty, Friendship, Resilience and Courage | Ages 8 + | Story Book for Kids

Agalya in the Spotlight | A Fresh, Modern Twist to Rapunzel | Fun Illustrations | Themes of Beauty, Friendship, Resilience and Courage | Ages 8 + | Story Book for Kids

Divya Anand
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Nine-year-old Agalya is on cloud nine—she has been cast as Rapunzel in the school play! But her excitement is short-lived when her best friend, Prisha, turns against her. Prisha wanted the role too and can’t understand why Agalya, who is into gymnastics, suddenly cares so much about being a princess in a play.

Just when things couldn’t get worse, Agalya develops alopecia, leaving a glaring bald spot on her head. A bald Rapunzel? That’s unheard of!

As whispers and self-doubt grow, she must find the courage to embrace herself. Can Agalya rise above it all and let her true self shine?

Imprint: India Puffin

Published: Apr/2025

ISBN: 9780143470182

Length : 136 Pages

MRP : ₹250.00

Agalya in the Spotlight | A Fresh, Modern Twist to Rapunzel | Fun Illustrations | Themes of Beauty, Friendship, Resilience and Courage | Ages 8 + | Story Book for Kids

Divya Anand

Nine-year-old Agalya is on cloud nine—she has been cast as Rapunzel in the school play! But her excitement is short-lived when her best friend, Prisha, turns against her. Prisha wanted the role too and can’t understand why Agalya, who is into gymnastics, suddenly cares so much about being a princess in a play.

Just when things couldn’t get worse, Agalya develops alopecia, leaving a glaring bald spot on her head. A bald Rapunzel? That’s unheard of!

As whispers and self-doubt grow, she must find the courage to embrace herself. Can Agalya rise above it all and let her true self shine?

Buying Options
Paperback / Hardback

Divya Anand

Divya, often called ‘baal ki dukaan‘, struggled with unruly, thick, curly hair for over two decades before she realized her hair looks best when it’s left uncombed! She loves using her curls to hold the numerous pens, pencils and paintbrushes she needs while she’s writing, doodling or working. She gets her best creative ides when she’s hanging upside down, doing anti-gravity yoga. If you’re in Bangalore, you might spot her (and her distinctive curls!) with her husband Vivek. Their quest to eat bizarre foods from around the world features in her first book, Dare Eat That. Follow her at: www.divyaanand.in

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