There’s a steady and growing interest in children’s books in Bangalore. You can see it in the way bookstores are curating more Indian titles, how schools are inviting authors for interactions, and how parents are actively looking for books that go beyond academics. There is now more awareness about what children are reading and why it matters.
Writing for children in Bangalore also means writing for readers who are curious, informed, and not afraid to challenge you. If a city like Bangalore does not celebrate its authors, who will? We need to get the message out there that Indian books matter, because they reflect our lives and make reading feel more personal and exciting.
Thanks to publishers like Pratham Books, Tulika, and Karadi Tales, Bangalore has an audience that’s been nurtured to expect nuance. Stories rich in visual storytelling, cultural context, and layered meaning. Children here are articulate about what they like (and don’t), and parents and educators are often open to books that go beyond the mainstream. That makes room for writers to explore a range of forms and themes, from mental health and identity to whimsy and silence.
To truly explore the variety of what is available, visiting bookshops with good curation is important to understand what is available and what may be best for your child.
Read the full story that first appeared in Our Bangalore dated Jul 26-Aug 1 here:
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