Wonder House Books, the children’s imprint of Prakash Books, one of India’s leading publishers, acquires the rights for award-winning author Shobha Tharoor Srinivasan’s new book

New Delhi : Award-winning voice-over artist, poet, editor and children’s author, Shobha Tharoor Srinivasan will publish her new book, Sandalwood’s Story with Wonder House Books, the children’s imprint of Prakash Books, one of India’s largest publishers.

Sandalwood’s Story, a picture book for children, is about how every individual is important, regardless of size or appearance. It emphasizes unique qualities, environmental contribution, self-confidence, resilience, self-worth recognition, humility, and kindness.

Delighted at publishing with Wonder House Books, Shobha Tharoor said, “I’m thrilled that my book, Sandalwood’s Story, has found a home with Wonder House Books. It uses an environmental framework to showcase the unique value not only of different trees but to describe the “wonder” in all of us. Wonder House is as committed as I am to building a lifelong love of reading and I’m excited to see their creative production team bring my story to readers.”

Commenting on the acquisition, Gaurav Sabharwal, Managing Director, Prakash Books India, said, “We are honoured to welcome Shobha Tharoor Srinivasan to our family. A versatile and prolific writer, Shobha’s stunning new picture book will be a valuable addition to our catalogue and will enchant and inspire our young readers. The book is expected to be released by mid-2024.”