Leaf Talks Peace

Priya Kumari is a multi-award-winning children’s author and the founder of Eternal Tree Books. Her mission is to publish uplifting stories that highlight under-represented Indian and Asian cultures. Her books have been praised by celebrated personalities such as Anupam Kher, Hema Malini, Sharon Salzberg, and Prof. Lokesh Chandra. Her most popular title, "Leaf Talks Peace: Buddha's Message of Harmony," is the first picture book blessed with a foreword by His Holiness the Dalai Lama.Anusha Santosh was born and raised in Bangalore, India. She quickly developed an interest in graphic design and illustration, having been trained as an Architect. Anusha finds passion in bringing imagination to life. She is an illustrator who largely works in the field of children’s books currently living in Singapore.

"A beautiful illustrated book that teaches children the importance of living in harmony with nature and with all forms of life. I hope that it will contribute to a better awareness of the responsibility each of us has to protect our environment." —Foreword by His Holiness The Dalai Lama"…It is a jewel of thoughts as it encourages young readers to protect cultural diversity and perceive themselves as a reflection of harmony seen in nature." —His Holiness The Kenting Tai Situpa, The Supreme Head of the Palpung Institution of Buddhist Dharma, Palpung Sherabling Monastic Seat, HP, India"…Dear children, this lovely book is your shloka, your hymn to tread the glory of life...These simple pictures are the poetry of peace in the sinews of nature...." —Prof. Lokesh Chandra, Director of International Academy of Indian Culture and author of classics like Dictionary of Buddhist Iconography and Tibetan-Sanskrit Dictionary"May this book bring Peace and Harmony within and without to everyone whoever reads it and facilitate in establishing a harmonious society…" —Ven. Dr. Dhammapiya, Secretary General of International Buddhist Confederation, New Delhi