A tale of mountains and tea gardens, of a brave girl and a yellow dog—and a thief who is clever . . .
Set in a tea plantation in Darjeeling, this is the story of Sona, a twelve-year-old Nepali girl. Life is challenging as she has to master English quickly to get a scholarship and fulfil her dream of studying in a good school. Meanwhile, there is constantly the challenge of finding enough drinking water and worrying about her brother finding a job to support the family.
But things get extra difficult when her friend Tara’s gold goes missing. Sona must use all her wits in order to prove it wasn’t her beloved brother, Samiran Daju, who stole it.
‘A page-turner that’s richly threaded with social conflict.’ –Kirkus Reviews
Can you make snow in Tamil Nadu? Valarmathi thinks so!
When the district collector of Theenkulam, Tamil Nadu announces a district-wide science fair to celebrate the success of Chandrayaan 3, twelve-year-old Valarmathi dreams big. Her plan? Create snow to cool down her sweltering hometown!
With her best friend Siva, Valarmathi sets out to make actual snow and she’s convinced that her idea is bold, innovative and ribbon worthy.
But just like the early Chandrayaan missions, her experiments don’t always go as planned. In fact, they fail. Spectacularly.
Join Valar on an adventure of chasing BIG dreams, learning from epic flops, and discovering that failure might just be the coolest part of success!
Pai’s prize-winning dahlias are missing. Join Rosa as she races against time to find them.
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.
Vishnu’s chakra spins through space,
Durga’s many arms strike with grace.
From vajra, gada to trishools bright,
Divine tools wield celestial might!
Well-known mythologist Devdutt Pattanaik introduces young readers to the wonderful weapons of Hindu gods with his unique art and easy-to-read text.
ABOUT THE BOOKS:
- Suitable for bedtime reading and parent-child bonding.
- Perfect way to familiarize babies with India’s rich cultural fabric.
- These books offer a fun and enjoyable introduction to Hindu gods and goddesses for modern kids.
- Collect all books in the series!
WHY YOU SHOULD BUY THIS BOOK:
- AGE APPROPRIATE: Written in simple language to make reading easy for readers 3 and up
- STURDY AND DURABLE: Perfect for learning and playing for a long time
- SAFE FOR BABY: Handy format makes this safe for your baby
- PERFECTLY SIZED BOOKS: Easy and convenient for little readers to hold
- BRIGHT AND FUN PICTURES: To keep your little one interested and engaged
- A PERFECT GIFT: For every preschooler for a holistic learning experience
One train ride. Too many animals. Zero rules!
When young Ruskin boards the Lucknow Express with his grandparents, their parrot Popeye, a tiger cub named Timothy, and a peanut-loving squirrel, he has no idea what’s in store. Just as things settle down, an uninvited guest—long, slithery and very well fed—slips out of the tiffin-basket!
Animals on the Train is a laugh-out-loud tale of family, animal antics, and the chaos of travelling together. Full of charm, humour, and Ruskin Bond’s unique storytelling, it’s the perfect chapter book for young readers stepping into his magical world.
What happens when a cooler-than-a-superhero grandmother comes to visit?
Eight-year-old Kittu’s life takes a crazy turn one Dasara holiday with the arrival of a Japanese-speaking, headstand-doing aunt of his father’s. From the moment he sees her, Kittu is awed and mesmerized by his father’s uber-cool, super-stylish Shobha Attai, whom Kittu calls Sneaker Paati.
With her help, Kittu and his best friend, Bunty, take on the neighbourhood bully, forge unexpected new friendships and learn a lesson or two on being brave and kind.
Get ready to ROFL with Sneaker Paati and the gang!
How can they escape the horror their house has become?
As Sammy and Simmy go to fetch a glass of water from the kitchen, their house glitches . . . Corridors elongate, rooms transform and familiar people become terrifying beings.
Trapped in a world where nothing is normal, can the siblings find their way out?
Meet three mighty monarchs of India—Akbar, Raja Raja Chola and Tughlaq—in mysteries you’ll never find in history books
Muhammad bin Tughlaq, the Sultan of Dihli, is outraged. Someone has stolen his favourite dessert, the sugared melons from Khurasim! What’s worse, people are questioning his plans of torture and punishment. Who can help the Sultan solve this mystery?
Raja Raja Chola, the King of Kings, is upset. Someone is swapping the precious pepper being shipped to China with goat droppings. What’s worse, the Chinese are now threatening to stop all trade. Who can help the emperor crack this case?
The mighty Mughal Emperor Akbar is angry. Someone is leaking secrets of his court to his enemies. What’s worse, they’re now laughing at him! Who can help the emperor uncover the truth?
‘True happiness comes not from comparison, but from accepting who we are.’
The young Princess of the Sea wants to be like her friends—strong like a mountain, sweet like a river, or full of life and colour like a tree. But with each change, she faces new surprises.
With the turn of seasons and shifting forms, she learns a gentle lesson: you shine brightest as yourself.
A magical, thoughtful tale about nature, change and self-acceptance, this charming chapter book is the ideal introduction to the imaginative world of Sudha Murty.
The morning after the storm, Junglee, the Pardhi girl, wonders where her family is.
Alone but unafraid, she is a child of the forest and knows she will survive . . . at least until her family finds her.
The morning after the storm, Raunaq, the tiger cub, wonders where his mother is.
Alone and afraid, his instincts are nothing without his mother’s training. He knows he must find help . . . or he will be lost forever.
When fate brings Junglee and Raunaq together, the two foundlings become each other’s family. As they face the world’s challenges, they form a bond that transcends human imagination.
Told as two sides of the same story, Junglee’s in words and Raunaq’s in pictures, this beautiful tale inspires peace and understanding by overcoming fear and mistrust with love.
