American as Paneer Pie
American as Paneer Pie By Supriya Kelkar Published by Aladdin ISBN-13: 9781534439382 Age Range: 8+ Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound | B&N | Worldcat “…paints a convincing portrait of a girl straddling two cultures.” —Publishers Weekly Description As the only Indian American kid in her small town, Lekha Divekar feels like she has two versions of herself: Home Lekha, who loves watching Bollywood movies and eating Indian food, and School Lekha, who pins her hair over her bindi birthmark and avoids confrontation at all costs, especially when someone teases her for being...
Read More10 Things I Hate about Pinky
10 Things I Hate about Pinky By Sandhya Menon Published by Simon Pulse ISBN-13: 9781534416819 Age Range: 12+ Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound | B&N | Worldcat “In this companion to When Dimple Met Rishi, two frenemies fake-date their way through summer vacation.” —Kirkus Reviews Description Pinky Kumar wears the social justice warrior badge with pride. From raccoon hospitals to persecuted rock stars, no cause is too esoteric for her to champion. But a teeny tiny part of her also really enjoys making her conservative, buttoned-up corporate lawyer parents cringe. Samir Jha...
Read MoreThe Knockout
The Knockout By Sajni Patel Published by North Star Editions ISBN-13: 9781635830606 Age Range: 14+ Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound | B&N | Worldcat Description If seventeen-year-old Kareena Thakkar is going to alienate herself from the entire Indian community, she might as well do it gloriously. She’s landed the chance of a lifetime, an invitation to the US Muay Thai Open, which could lead to a spot on the first-ever Olympic team. If only her sport wasn’t seen as something too rough for girls, something she’s afraid to share with anyone outside of her family. Despite pleasing her...
Read MoreKarma Khullar’s Mustache
Karma Khullar’s Mustache By Kristi Wientge Published by Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers ISBN-13: 9781481477710 Age Range: 8+ Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound | B&N | Worldcat “Karma Khullar—half Indian, half white; half Sikh, half Methodist—is starting sixth grade, and she’s pretty sure that the universe is against her.” —Publishers Weekly Description In the tradition of Judy Blume, debut author Kristi Wientge tackles the uncomfortable—but all too relatable—subject of female body hair and self-esteem with this “sparkling and triumphant tale of a middle...
Read MoreBrown Girl Ghosted
Brown Girl Ghosted By Mintie Das Published by HMH Books ISBN-13: 9780358128892 Age Range: 14+ Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound | B&N | Worldcat “…deftly weaves an intricate and believable set of parallel worlds, expertly using Violet’s relationship with the Aiedeo and her own powers to explore tough issues of racism, misogyny, and sexual assault.” —Kirkus Reviews Description Violet Choudhury may be part of the popular clique at school, but as one of a handful of brown girls in a small Illinois town, all she really wants to do is blend in and disappear....
Read MoreSona and the Wedding Game
Sona and the Wedding Game By Kashmira Sheth Illustrated by Yoshiko Jaeggi Published by Peachtree Publishing Company ISBN-13: 9781561457359 Age Range: 4+ Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound | B&N | Worldcat “Sona, a young Indian-American girl, learns about the traditional wedding customs of her family’s region during the preparations for her sister’s marriage.” —Kirkus Reviews Description Experience the magic of a traditional Indian wedding! Sona’s big sister is getting married and she’s been given an important job to do. She has to steal the groom’s shoes. She’s...
Read MoreHot, Hot Roti for Dada-Ji
Hot, Hot Roti for Dada-Ji By F. Zia Illustrated by Ken Min Published by Lee & Low Books, Inc. ISBN-13: 9781620143520 Age Range: 7+ Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound | B&N | Worldcat “…a winning story of family traditions…” —School Library Journal Description Overflowing with family, food, and a tall stack of fun, Hot, Hot Roti for Dada-ji is sure to warm the heart and tickle the tummy. A fun way for children to learn about the cultural traditions and foods of India to be enjoyed by the whole family. Reviews & Accolades “This debut for both author...
Read MoreSuper Satya Saves the Day
Super Satya Saves the Day By Raakhee Mirchandani Published by Mascot Books ISBN-13: 9781643071176 Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound | B&N | Worldcat Will she be able to face her fears, help her friends, and be the true hero everyone knows she is? Description Super Satya is ready to have a super day, including finally conquering the tallest slide in Hoboken. But her day takes a not-so-super turn when she realizes her superhero cape is stuck at the dry cleaner. Will she be able to face her fears, help her friends, and be the true hero everyone knows she is? Groups Represented Indian...
Read MoreAlways Anjali
Always Anjali By Sheetal Sheth Published by Mascot Books ISBN-13: 9781684019687 Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound | B&N | Worldcat A timeless story about appreciating what makes us special and honoring our differences. Description Anjali and her friends are excited to get matching personalized license plates for their bikes. But Anjali can’t find her name. To make matters worse, she gets bullied for her “different” name, and is so upset she demands to change it. When her parents refuse and she is forced to take matters into her own hands, she winds up learning to...
Read MoreVideo: How Immigrants Shape(d) the United States
I’m Your Neighbor Books was honored to have been at the National Council of Teachers of English Conference to hear Nalini Krishnankutty speak. Here is her Tedx talk on, “How Immigrants Shape(d) the United States.”
Read MoreThe Many Colors of Harpreet Singh
The Many Colors of Harpreet Singh By Supriya Kelkar Illustrated by Alea Marley Published by Sterling Children’s Books ISBN: 9781454931843 Age Range: 3+ Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound | B&N | Worldcat “A lovely story about change and belonging that provides much-needed representation.” —School Library Journal Description Harpreet Singh has a different color for every mood and occasion, from pink for dancing to bhangra beats to red for courage. He especially takes care with his patka—his turban—smoothing it out and making sure it always matches his outfit. But when...
Read MoreCount Me In
Count Me In By Varsha Bajaj Published by Penguin Young Readers Group ISBN: 9780525517245 Age Range: 10+ Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound | B&N | Worldcat “…gives readers varied and valuable perspectives of what it means to be first- and third-generation Indian Americans in an increasingly diverse nation.” —Kirkus Reviews Description Karina Chopra would have never imagined becoming friends with the boy next door—after all, they’ve avoided each other for years and she assumes Chris is just like the boys he hangs out with, who she labels a pack of hyenas. Then...
Read MoreA Match Made in Mehendi
A Match Made in Mehendi By Nandini Bajpai Published by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers ISBN: 9780316522588 Age Range: 12+ Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound | B&N | Worldcat “Themes of bullying, tradition, technology, and love permeate the book.” —School Library Journal Description Fifteen-year-old Simran “Simi” Sangha comes from a long line of Indian vichole — matchmakers — with a rich history for helping parents find good matches for their grown children. When Simi accidentally sets up her cousin and a soon-to-be lawyer, her family is thrilled...
Read MoreSymptoms of a Heartbreak
Symptoms of a Heartbreak By Sona Charaipotra Published by Imprint ISBN-13: 9781250199102 Age Range: 14+ Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound | B&N | Worldcat “…offering rich, nuanced portrayals of Indian American family and professional life.” —Kirkus Reviews Description The youngest doctor in America, an Indian-American teen makes her rounds—and falls head over heels—in Sona Charaipotra’s contemporary romantic comedy. Fresh from med school, sixteen-year-old medical prodigy Saira arrives for her first day at her new job: treating children with cancer. She’s always...
Read MoreGrandpa’s Stories
Grandpa’s Stories By Joseph Coelho Illustrated by Allison Colpoys Published by ABRAMS ISBN-13: 9781419734984 Age Range: 4+ Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound | B&N | Worldcat “This lyrical tale of love, change, loss, and the healing power of art and memory will move readers of all ages.” —Kirkus Reviews Description One young girl reflects on a year with her beloved grandpa. She remembers the fields and parks they explored in the springtime and the old toys they fixed up in the summer. She remembers the handmade gifts they exchanged in the fall and the stories Grandpa...
Read MorePriya Dreams of Marigolds & Masala
Priya Dreams of Marigolds & Masala By Meenal Patel Published by Beaver’s Pond Press, Incorporated ISBN-13: 9781643439556 Age Range: 4+ Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound | B&N | Worldcat “A beautifully rendered, touching celebration of sharing traditions across generations and cultures.” —Kirkus Reviews Description Priya lives in the United States and her family is from India. She feels the magic of the place her family comes from through her Babi Ba’s colorful descriptions of India–from the warm smell of spices to the swish-swish sound of a rustling...
Read MoreWhen I Found Grandma
When I Found Grandma By Saumiya Balasubramaniam Illustrated by Qin Leng Published by Groundwood Books ISBN-13: 9781773060187 Age Range: 4+ Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound | B&N | Worldcat “A child’s-eye view of cultural differences and working through family relationships; a suggested first-purchase for all libraries.” —School Library Journal Description When Maya’s grandma makes a surprise visit from thousands of miles away, Maya is delighted. But her excitement doesn’t last long. When Grandma picks her up from school, she wears fancy clothes and talks too loudly....
Read MoreThe Yellow Suitcase
The Yellow Suitcase By Meera Sriram Illustrated by Meera Sethi Published by Penny Candy Books ISBN-13: 9780999658413 Age Range: 6+ Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound | B&N | Worldcat “A thoughtful story that artfully addresses the loss of a grandparent from an immigrant perspective.” —Kirkus Reviews Description In The Yellow Suitcase by Meera Sriram, Asha travels with her parents from America to India to mourn her grandmother’s passing. Asha’s grief and anger are compounded by the empty yellow suitcase usually reserved for gifts to and from Grandma, but when she discovers a...
Read MoreAru Shah and the End of Time
Aru Shah and the End of Time By Roshani Chokshi Published by Disney Press Age Range: 8+ Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound | B&N | Worldcat “For readers of Indian origin, especially, the novel presents a culture that is not often seen—or accurately represented—in mainstream children’s and young adult literature.” —Kirkus Reviews Description Best-selling author Rick Riordan introduces this adventure by Roshani Chokshi about twelve-year-old Aru Shah, who has a tendency to stretch the truth in order to fit in at school. While her classmates are jetting off to family...
Read MoreThe Serpent’s Secret
The Serpent’s Secret By Sayantani Dasgupta Published by Scholastic Inc. Age Range: 8+ Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound | B&N | Worldcat “…explores both the pains of growing up and what it means to be a second-generation Indian-American.” —Kirkus Reviews Description MEET KIRANMALA: INTERDIMENSIONAL DEMON SLAYER (Only she doesn’t know it yet.) On the morning of her twelfth birthday, Kiranmala is just a regular sixth grader living in Parsippany, New Jersey . . . until her parents mysteriously vanish and a drooling rakkhosh demon slams through her kitchen,...
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