October 1947
Unwilling to join India or Pakistan, the Maharaja of Jammu and Kashmir wants his kingdom to remain independent. But then a wave of attacks from the northwest frontier, supported by Pakistan, ravages city after city . . .
As friends leave the town in panic, and fear grips every neighbourhood, it is a time of reckoning for Zooni, as for the other people of Baramulla—with whom should their loyalties lay?
A ragtag bunch of youngsters, including Zooni’s brave cousin Maqbool Sherwani, promise to protect Kashmir and its people—but Zooni isn’t sure how they can fight truckloads of tribesmen bearing grenades and guns. Zooni tries to find a safe space—but will it remain safe? And the dark secret she discovers makes the dangerous world even darker . . .
The Songs of Freedom series explores the lives of children across India during the struggle for independence.
Something has scared Bapu in the bathroom. Can Diya save him?
About Hook Books
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:
- Small, digestible bits of text (perfect for budding readers)
- Bright, four-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.
बच्चों की सबसे प्रिय पत्रिकाओं में से एक है, जो मनोरंजन और शिक्षा का अनोखा संगम प्रस्तुत करती है। इसमें जानवरों पर आधारित रोचक कहानियाँ, मजेदार गतिविधियाँ और ज्ञानवर्धक लेख शामिल होते हैं। चंपक बच्चों की रचनात्मकता को बढ़ावा देता है और उनकी सोचने-समझने की क्षमता को विकसित करता है। यह पत्रिका हर आयु के बच्चों के लिए आदर्श है, जो उन्हें आनंद और शिक्षा दोनों प्रदान करती है।
He soars across India’s amazing forests, introducing young explorers to the country’s wild and wacky
animals. From lush jungles to sandy deserts, misty mountains to sparkling seas—Charred’s journey is
packed with adventure.
Along the way, you’ll meet roaring tigers, grumpy hippos and gentle whale sharks. Watch out for snakes
slithering by, and don’t forget to smile back at the grinning crocodiles!
Listen closely as Charred shares funny stories and fascinating facts about India’s incredible creatures.
From the tiniest termites to the mightiest elephants, every animal has a tale to tell. With him as your guide,
India’s wildest citizens are just a page away. So, grab your binoculars—it’s time to explore!
Chaotic Butterfingers, aka Amar Kishen, and his misadventures return in this collection of 3-in-1 comics. From travelling to Texas to solving a shoe mystery to getting into trouble and then saving the day–Butterfingers does it all!
Brand new baby shoes in a pile of garbage invite Amar and his friends to unravel the mystery of the missing baby.
A trip to Texas and Amar’s clumsiness take a rather unexpected turn to dizzying new heights!
Disaster strikes when Amar is tasked to run a marathon with his school principal leaving everyone with a case of the giggles.
So, drop everything and jump into this book . . . because where there’s Butterfingers, there’s bound to be fun, thrills and, of course, spills.
A thrilling first collection of adventure tales from India’s favourite storyteller!
Venture into the thrilling world of Ruskin Bond, where mysteries unfold in dark tunnels, brave hearts face mighty earthquakes and the wind carries whispers on the hills.
Have you ever walked through a dark tunnel with your heart pounding, only to see a roaring train rush past like a dragon? Or stood steady as the ground shook like jelly? Can you imagine flying like an eagle or leaving quiet hills for a noisy town?
From lush jungles and rumbling hillsides to dusty mountain paths and stormy nights, My First Adventure Stories brings together tales of unexpected friendship, courage, curiosity and the wild spirit of exploration.
The year is 1185 CE. Devaki tends to her ailing father, Pemma Virappa, lord of Kodagu, who has been tasked with collecting revenue by Hoysala emperor, Veera Ballala II. But the king is unaware of Virappa’s illness.
With the royal thappal post system failing and bandits prowling the forests, Devaki sets out for the capital, Dwarasamudra (modern Halebidu), to deliver the news—despite her parents’ fears.
En route to the capital with pilgrims, at Shravanabelagola, Devaki learns of a deeper crisis: a royal kidnapping and a brewing rebellion. Her journey takes her through ancient Velapuri (Belur) and coastal Barakuru (Barkur).
Will she reach the king in time? Can she help recover his kin and stop the rebels? Join Devaki on her journey through the twelfth century Hoysala kingdom—and step into history as it was.
A delightful first collection of favourite family stories from India’s most beloved writer!
Family comes in many forms—sometimes with paws and sometimes with roots in our hearts. This box set features four beloved Ruskin Bond stories filled with warmth and wisdom: a tiger cub finds a home in The Day Grandfather Tickled a Tiger, a boy and his granny embark on an adventurous journey in Getting Granny’s Glasses, little Rakesh encounters nature’s quiet wonders in The Cherry Tree, and The Tree Lover reminds us that trees, like family, are our safe space.
A heart-warming and timeless collection of books that are perfect for sharing and cherishing with our loved ones.
A delightful first collection of favourite animal tales from India’s most beloved writer!
Step into the playful world of Ruskin Bond where animals, mischief and unforgettable characters come alive on every page. Have you ever started a zoo at home with a motley crew of pets or met a crocodile who enjoys a cricket match? Have you heard of a white mouse plotting the perfect sweet revenge or a house that is a lively haven for animals?
Meet adorable, fun-loving, furry and feathered friends in My First Animal Stories with Ruskin Bond, a charming collection of the author’s most delightful and humorous tales that are perfect for young readers!
Step into the boots of fearless surveyors as they trek across forests, mountains and monsoons—facing disease, wild animals and gruelling terrain—to chart the subcontinent with astonishing precision.
This was the Great Trigonometrical Survey, an ambitious mission to map India using triangulation—a brilliant method that helped them measure every inch with accuracy. Along the way, they calculated the height of the world’s tallest mountain and revealed the true shape of the earth.
Packed with adventure, ingenuity, mishaps and the unsung heroes of science, this is the epic true story of mathematics, grit and discovery.
