#Literature

Fictions Pudumaipittan

Publisher: Katha Genre: Picture Books

Transforming the literary scenario of Tamil delighted Pudumaippittan. He wrote stories that were filled with irony and the telling word, with what Umberto Eco calls the “calculated rhythm and shrewd manipulation of effect that pushes writing over the line that divides deep literature from light fiction.” Katha celebrates Pudumaipittan and his best literary works with this distinctive translation. Translation by: Lakshmi Holmstörm Cover Design: Geeta Dharmarajan Cover Painting: K S Kulkarni Courtesy: Gallerie Ganesha Inside Illustrations: Maradu Trotsky Inside Photographs and Illustrations Courtesy: Kalachchuvadu General Series Editor: Geeta Dharmarajan In-house Editors: Gita Rajan, Shoma Choudhury

Makkhilal Ki Mahima

Author: Geeta Dharmarajan Publisher: Katha Genre: Picture Books Illustrator: Charbak Dipta

दूर एक गाँव था मक्खीपुर, मक्खीयों को जहां मानते भगवान। मक्खीलाल की पूजाकर, सब मांगते सेहत का वरदान। क्या होता है जब मक्खीलाल बन जाता है मक्खीपुर गाँव का भगवान? दुष्ट परिणाम, जैसेकि आप कल्पना कर ही सकते हैं। पर एक निडर आवाज़ गाँव को बचाने की कोशिश मे ंउठतीहै।क्या वह बचा पाएगी मक्खीपुर का ेमक्खीलाल के प्रकोप से? जानिए इस मज़ेदार कविता में। Also available in English as The Tale Of Makkhilal Author: Geeta Dharmarajan Illustrator : Charbak Dipta

Finding Tree

Publisher: Katha Genre: Picture Books

Nachi was best friends with a beautiful and large Mangrove tree that she simply called “Tree”. Tree was loud and full of life and Nachi loved to speak to and play with all the creatures that Tree housed. Nachi visited Tree everyday, until one day, Tree suddenly disappears and Nachi is distraught. Along with her companion Parrot, Nachi embarks on a fantastical journey to find Tree. Will their quest prove a success? Written by Geeta Dharmarajan Illustrated by Rajiv Eipe

The Life and Times of Pratapa Mudaliar

Publisher: Katha Genre: Picture Books

Katha presents the first Tamil novel, originally published more than 125 year ago. “The book has … rare merits and its popularity has been so great that the first edition ran out in a few months.” — The Hindu Translated from the Tamil by Meenakshi Tygarajan

Sera Learns To Fly

Author: Vinitha Publisher: Katha Genre: Picture Books Illustrator: Nirzara Verulkar

“Colourful pictures that will catch your eye and create an impatience in you to turn the page to read more.” — The Hindu Winner of FICCI Publishing Awards 2019 in the Children’s Book of The Year category Shortlisted in the picture book category of Neev Book Awards 2019 Also available in Hindi as Sera Ne Seekha Udna Author: Vinitha Illustrator: Nirzara Verulkar

Finding Tree

Publisher: Katha Genre: Picture Books

About Finding Tree Nachi was best friends with a beautiful and large Mangrove tree that she simply called “Tree”. Tree was loud and full of life and Nachi loved to speak to and play with all the creatures that Tree housed. Nachi visited Tree everyday, until one day, Tree suddenly disappears and Nachi is distraught. Along with her companion Parrot, Nachi embarks on a fantastical journey to find Tree. Will their quest prove a success? Written by Geeta Dharmarajan Illustrated by Rajiv Eipe

Stepmother

Publisher: Katha Genre: Picture Books

Author – Pudumaippittan (C. Viruthachalam) Translator: Subash Jeyan Widowed professor Sundaravadivelu rebuilds his life with the beautiful Maragadham. Yet, their new beginning is overshadowed by the recent loss of his son. Through the innocent eyes of his lively, young daughter, Kunjamma, we see the tragic past begin to resurface. A spilled cup of milk ignites a chilling display, while seemingly ordinary scenes from the past reveal unsettling glimpses into the family dynamic. Can Sundaravadivelu and his family find a way to heal and rebuild their lives in the face of such a loss? Translated splendidly into English by Subash Jeyan, this simple, yet poignant story is a remarkable piece of psychological realism.This revised edition is being published under the Tamil Literature in English Translation initiative of the TNTB & ESC. Pudumaippittan (C. Viruthachalam) was an influential and revolutionary writer of Tamil fiction. Though his pungent social satire, progressive thinking and outspoken criticism of accepted conventions irked many contemporary writers and critics, he is widely accepted as a doyen of Tamil Literature. In 2002, the Government of Tamil Nadu nationalised his works.

My Big Book of Dogs

Author: Aileen Fisher Publisher: Katha Genre: Picture Books Illustrator: Bruno Liljefors |

A book that celebrates our canine friends and gives us just one more reason to be thankful for the awesomeness they bring into our lives! “Here is a series of ‘big’ books that are not really big on  size, but big on ideas, hope, and inspiration.” — The Hindu “Katha Books has always been a forerunner in value-based reading  collections that not overly moralistic, but deeply fun.” — BookedforLife Also available in Hindi as Natkhat Malli Aur Annya Kahania,  Gujarati as My Big Book of Dog and Hindi as Natkhat Malli Aur Annya Kahania Author: Aileen Fisher, Guha,  Kalli Dakos,  Sarang Dev Murthy Illustrators: Bruno Liljefors,  Jivya Soma Mashe,  Bindia Thapar,  Nimisha Saikia,  Debasmita Dasgupta,  Sunaina,  Muhammad Husain al-Kashmiri,  Adriaen van de Velde. Photographers:  Bhavani Ramesh,  Louise Goossens,  Amee Mendez,  Tulsi,  S. S. Kumar. Edit:  Geeta Dharmarajan

Finding Tree

Publisher: Katha Genre: Picture Books

About Finding Tree Nachi was best friends with a beautiful and large Mangrove tree that she simply called “Tree”. Tree was loud and full of life and Nachi loved to speak to and play with all the creatures that Tree housed. Nachi visited Tree everyday, until one day, Tree suddenly disappears and Nachi is distraught. Along with her companion Parrot, Nachi embarks on a fantastical journey to find Tree. Will their quest prove a success? Written by Geeta Dharmarajan Illustrated by Rajiv Eipe

Cat in the Dark

Publisher: Katha 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.

Kuttan aur Tootte Taare

Author: Serene Kasim Publisher: Katha Genre: Picture Books Illustrator: Sonal Panse

एक सुन्दर और शांत रात को, कुट्टन को आसमान में एक चमकती हुई लकीर दिखाई देती है। क्या आप जानना नहीं चाहेंगे कि वह किया है? Also available in English as Kuttan and the Shooting Stars Author: Serene Kasim Illustrator: Sonal Panse

Binduon Se Chitrakala

Author: Bhuri Bai Bhil | Publisher: Katha Genre: Picture Books Illustrator: Bhuri Bai Bhil |

Learn all about the Bhil tribal people of Madhya Pradesh, earth-caring artists and storytellers. Awesome art brings to life a heartwarming story of a Bhil girl as she becomes an artist, seeing her own world with new creativity Also available in English Author: Bhuri Bai Bhil & Debjani Mukherjee Illustrator: Bhuri Bai Bhil & Debjani Mukherjee  

Daddoo’s Day Out

Author: Prabhjot Kaur Publisher: Katha Genre: Picture Books

Daddoo, the little frog, on her day out … A lively book that celebrates friendship and introduces children to the world of animals, colours and sizes. “The story has illustrations in bright and bold colours that merge into each other to give an adventurous feel to the story. They are present in all pages and have been done in a very novel style, with a lot of lines in them. They are used to convey certain ideas that cannot actually be put forward with words alone and the language used throughout the story is very lucid and easy to understand.” — The New Indian Express Recommended by CBSE and NCERT Also available in Hindi as Daddoo Nikala Duniya Ghumne Author: Prabhjot Kaur

Kuttan ko Milee Khushee

Author: Serene Kasim Publisher: Katha Genre: Picture Books Illustrator: Sonal Panse

कुट्टन के हिसाब से अब वह बड़ा हो चुका है। देखना यह है कि क्या वह अपने शैतान छोटे भाई-बहनों के प्रश्नों के जवाब दे पायेगा। Also available in English as Kuttan Finds Happiness Author: Serene Kasim, Illustrator: Sonal Panse

Homebound

Author: Aaniya Asrani Publisher: Katha Genre: Picture Books Illustrator: Aaniya Asrani | Series: | India Library |

A part of the series called “Portraits of Exile” containing three throught- provoking books-Homecoming, Homeland and Homebound, looks at home and its meaning for Tibetan refugees living in Bylakuppe. ” … document[s] intangible memories, interspersing them with regular sheets of paper to represent physical realities.” — The Alipore Post “This picture book [Homebound] … does the important work of telling stories that would otherwise go unheard, unnoticed.” — The Reading Caterpillar Recommended by Hindustan Times, 2020 Also available in Hindi as Ghar Ki Yaad Author: Aaniya Asrani Illustrator: Aaniya Asrani Series: India Library, World Library, 300M Library

Patte

Author: Enrique Lara Robayo | Publisher: Katha Genre: Picture Books

“अपने कमरे की खिड़की से देखती हूँ मैं अद्भुत चीज़ें…” ‘पत्ते’ प्रकृति के रंगों और जादू को दर्शाती है। कोलम्बियन चित्रकार एनरिक लारा रोबायो और लूइस फरनांडो गार्सिया गयारा द्वारा चित्रित इस अनोखी किताब को बारहवीं नोमा कॉन्कर्स फॉर पिक्चर बुक इलस्ट्रेशन्स में प्रोत्साहन पुरस्कार मिला है। Also available in English Leaves Author: Enrique Lara Robayo and Luis Fernando Garcia Guayara

Kuttan ka Naya Dost

Author: Serene Kasim Publisher: Katha Genre: Picture Books Illustrator: Sonal Panse

कुट्टन एक छोटा-सा बिल्ला है जिसे खेलना बहुत पसंद है। अपने भाई अप्पू के साथ घूमते हुए देखिए उसने अब कौन-सा नया दोस्त बनाया। Also available in English as Kuttan Meets a Furry Friend Author: Serene Kasim, Illustrator: Sonal Panse

Homeland

Author: Aaniya Asrani Publisher: Katha Genre: Picture Books Illustrator: Aaniya Asrani | Series: | India Library |

A part of the series called “Portraits of Exile” containing three throught- provoking books-Homecoming, Homeland and Homebound, looks at home and its meaning for Tibetan refugees living in Bylakuppe. ” … document[s] intangible memories, interspersing them with regular sheets of paper to represent physical realities.” — The Alipore Post “This picture book [Homebound] … does the important work of telling stories that would otherwise go unheard, unnoticed.” — The Reading Caterpillar Recommended by Hindustan Times, 2020 Also available in Hindi as Ghar Ki Mitti Author: Aaniya Asrani Illustrator: Aaniya Asrani Series: India Library, World Library, 300M Library

Days with Thathu

Author: Geeta Dharmarajan Publisher: Katha Genre: Picture Books Illustrator: Nancy Raj

A magically beautiful story about Malar and her grandfather. A laptime, bedtime, anytime story for you to share. Enjoy! A beginner’s book for children learning to read. “The attractive pictures in the book support your imagination as you ride and play along with Malar and Thathu.” — Robin Age “A sweet little book conveying the true feelings of a little heart and the same are beautifully projected by the artwork of Nancy Raj. She has brilliantly captured the togetherness and loving bond between a grandfather and a granddaughter through sketches, using very little colours which works marvelously to bring out the simplicity and the clarity.” — Literary Sojourn Recommended by CBSE and NCERT Also available in Hindi as Thathu aur Main Author: Geeta Dharmarajan Illustrator: Nancy Raj

Why Always?

Author: Michio Mado Publisher: Katha Genre: Picture Books Illustrator: Oscar Bluemner

Can nature ever be old? Find out in this poem! “Why Always? brings out the wonders of nature and leads the child into the rich depths of his or her own mind and imagination.” — BookedforLife “The book is sure to make one wonder … ” — Kidskintha Also available in Hindi as Hamesha Kyun? Author: Michio Mado Illustrator: Oscar Bluemner

Kokila Ka Mast Matka

Author: Geeta Dharmarajan Publisher: Katha Genre: Picture Books Illustrator: Sujata Singh

Recommended by CBSE and NCERT Author: Geeta Dharmarajan Illustrator: Sujata Singh

Clouds and Waves

Author: Rabindranath Tagore Publisher: Katha Genre: Picture Books Illustrator: Sunaina Coelho

An endearing poem of a child who refuses tempting invitations, instead staying with her mother at playtime, blissful in her company. words woven with great tenderness by the greatest poet of all times, a gentle verse for all the little ones. ” … dearly-loved world of Bengal and Tagore’s own sense of the magical in a child … suited for 4 to 7 years old. The illustrators seemed to have revelled in the Bengali ambience and drawn their characters very true to the life of those days … it was welcome to find an introduction to Gurudev at the end of the books.” — The Open Library Recommended by CBSE and NCERT Also available in Hindi as Megh aur Tarang Author: Rabindranath Tagore Illustrator: Sunaina Coelho

Bagh Rahein Hamesha!

Author: Ruskin Bond Publisher: Katha Genre: Picture Books Illustrator: David Stribbling

आओ करें अपने बाघ दोस्तों की रक्षा! Also available in English as Tigers Forever! Author: Ruskin Bond Illustrator: David Stribbling

Natkhat Malli Aur Annya Kahania

Author: Aileen Fisher Publisher: Katha Genre: Picture Books Illustrator: Bruno Liljefors |

एक विषेष किताब जो नन्हे पाठकों को कुत्तों के विषय में जानकारी देती है और उन्हें पशुओं के मददगार बनने के लिए प्रोत्साहित करतीहै। Also available in English as My Big Book of Dogs,  Gujarati as My Big Book of Dog and Bengali as My Big Book of Dogs Author:Aileen Fisher, Guha,  Kalli Dakos,  Sarang Dev Murthy Illustrators: Bruno Liljefors, Jivya Soma Mashe, Bindia Thapar, Nimisha Saikia, Debasmita Dasgupta, Sunaina, Muhammad Husain al-Kashmiri, Adriaen van de Velde. Photographers:  Bhavani Ramesh, Louise Goossens, Amee Mendez, Tulsi, S. S. Kumar. Editer:  Geeta Dharmarajan

Satyadas

Author: Bimal Kar Publisher: Katha Genre: Picture Books Illustrator: Bimal Kar

A story about how truth and honesty are compromised when material well-being arrives. A sensitive portrayal of fading human values with the advent of material wealth and prosperity. “As the prologue to the book describes, it is a story exploring truth, falsehood and everything in between.” — The Hindu “This slim book is a mustread for the young and the old alike.” — The Telegraph Recommended by CBSE Also available in Hindi as Satyadas Author: Bimal Kar Illustrator: Bimal Kar

Hazaroon Arboon, aur Kharbon Billiyan

Publisher: Katha Genre: Picture Books

Writer – Wanda Gág Illustrator – Boski Jain Once there was an old woman and an old man who wanted to adopt a cat. But when the old man steps out to find the perfect cat, he stumbles upon a sweet surprise that could change their lives forever. Katha brings you Millions of Cats, a 90-year-old, award-winning story from American literature, written by Wanda Gág with doses of humour, kindness, and love. Wrapped in the Indian flavours of delightful illustrations by Boski Jain, this little bundle of magic will take you for a ride to places far and wide, and elicit happy sighs and smiles.

My Big Book of Girls

Author: Asha Nehemiah. | Lal Ded Publisher: Katha Genre: Picture Books Illustrator: Ajit Ninan

A book that challenges gender stereotypes and sketches inspiring messages that will surely go a long way! “Here is a series of ‘big’ books that are not really big on  size, but big on ideas, hope, and inspiration.” — The Hindu “Katha Books has always been a forerunner in value-based reading  collections that not overly moralistic, but deeply fun.” — BookedforLife Also available in Hindi as Ladkeeo ki Udaan Author: Asha Nehemiah. Lal Ded, Geeta Dharmarajan, Mala Marwah Illustrator: Ajit Ninan, Kavita Singh Kale,  Manjit Bawa,  Ranjit Hoskote,  Sana Bansal,  Satya Narayan Lal Karn,  Smt Moti Karn

A Cat, Tree and A Bird In A Book

Author: – Shilpi Sarkar Publisher: Katha Genre: Picture Books Illustrator: Apoorva Lalit

Two furry friends find a book with pictures and a poem. Read along with them, take delight in the lovely pictures, and find out what our furry friends discover. This book is for our very young readers but grown-ups too will enjoy the whimsy and the vibrant and the evocative illustrations while reading along with youngsters. Author– Shilpi Sarkar Illustrator: Apoorva Lalit

Patar

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

Patar-Patar 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 Patar-Patar’s friends and family. Travel through time to the Jurassic era. Learn more about Patar-Patar, and the world that Patar-Patar lived in with many friends, family and relatives! Author: Akshay Rana Art by: Charbak Dipta

Neki ki Nauka

Author: Mother Teresa Publisher: Katha Genre: Picture Books Illustrator: Pallavi Dutta |

एक ऐसी किताब जो नेकी के नन्हे सिपाही तैयार करती है और उन्हें दुनिया में स्थायी बदलाव लाने की प्रेरणा देती है। Also available in English as  My Big Book of Kindness Author : Mother Teresa Illustrators: Pallavi Dutta,  Jivya Soma Mashe,  M. F. Husain,  John Gould,  Suddhasattwa Basu,  Haku Shah. Photographers: Samruddhi Porey Editer: Geeta Dharmarajan

The Trickster

Publisher: Katha 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 Publisher: Katha Genre: Picture Books Illustrator: Charbak Dipta

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. Travelthrough time to the Jurassic era. Learn more about Par-Par, and the world that Par-Par lived in with many friends, family and relatives! 

The Keepers of Darkness

Publisher: Katha 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

Author: Nandita da Cunha | Art by: | Kripa Publisher: Katha 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

Publisher: Katha 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

Author: Shweta Ganesh Kumar Publisher: Katha 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

Publisher: Katha 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

Author: Geeta Dharmarajan Publisher: Katha 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

Publisher: Katha 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

Author: Margaret Mahy Publisher: Katha 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

Author: Charu Anand Publisher: Katha 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

Author: Vakati Panduranga Rao | As told to: | Geeta Dharmarajan | Art By: | Allen Shaw Publisher: Katha 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

Khelna

Publisher: Katha Genre: Picture Books

What does Ayesha do with her friends? Does she run? Does she laugh? Does she play? Let’s find out what she does through the day! Written by Sunaina Ali Art by Debasmita Dasgupta

Adha Ojha Adha Raja

Author: Geeta Dharmarajan Publisher: Katha Genre: Picture Books Illustrator: Atanu Roy | 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। Author: Geeta Dharmarajan Illustrator: Atanu Roy Series: Hulgul’s Pitara: Easy Readers & Picture Books for Early Learners, India Library,