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Living with Adi by Zarin Virji – Neurodiverse Middle Grade Fiction
Living with Adi is a moving, relatable Neurodiverse Middle Grade Fiction about acceptance, love, and the unexpected joys.
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A Melody In Mysore by Shruthi Rao – shows significance of gramophone records in the freedom movement
A Melody in Mysore is an inspiring and heartwarming historical fiction that highlights the impact and significance of gramophone records in the freedom movement, as well as the quiet courage and unity of…
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Starry Starry Night by Nandita Basu – graphic novel exploring death and grief
Starry Starry Night is a well-written and realistic graphic novel exploring death and grief with well-developed characters.
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How To Win An Election by Menaka Raman – enjoyable middle grade fiction
How To Win An Election is entertaining and enjoyable middle grade fiction with realistic and relatable approach to middle grade elections.
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Postcard from the Lushai Brigade by Hannah Lalhlanpuii
Postcard from the Lushai Brigade is touching, emotive, and beautifully written middle-grade historical fiction about sibling bond, the innocence of youth, and the reality of war and its impact on lives.
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The Letter to Lahore by Tanu Shree Singh – Indian historical fiction
The Letter to Lahore is well-written, captivating, and courageous middle-grade Indian historical fiction featuring the unsung tale of heroes of freedom struggle.
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Simi Stands Tall by Arti Sonthalia – middle-grade fiction about dealing with change
Simi Stands Tall is lovely, heartwarming, and realistic middle-grade fiction about dealing with change in life and facing it with courage that all kids can relate to.
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Bipathu and a Very Big Dream by Anita Nair – middle-grade fiction with Cerebral Palsy representation
Bipathu and a Very Big Dream is heartwarming, lovely, and fun middle-grade fiction with Cerebral Palsy representation and many layers that show a glimpse of Indian village life.
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The Grabber by Nirmal Pulickal and Jehan Zachary – fantasy based on the legend of the Black Taj
The Grabber is an interesting genre mix middle-grade fantasy based on the legend of the Black Taj, with an amazing concept and plot.
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Miracles for the Maharaja by Aditi Krishnakumar – adventurous middle-grade mystery
Miracles for the Maharaja is entertaining and adventurous middle-grade fantasy mystery with the exploration of the world and amusing quirky characters.
