Anu Sehgal – författare

"Phalon Ka Raja AAM" is a bilingual Hindi-English picture book that introduces young readers to the Hindi language and vibrant Indian culture through the beloved mango. More than just a fruit, mangoes symbolize prosperity and love and are fundamental to culinary and cultural traditions—featured in everything from sweet desserts to tangy pickles, and essential to rituals and festivals.With vivid illustrations and a poem in Hindi, accompanied by its transliteration and translation, "Phalon Ka Raja AAM" offers a rich exploration of Indian culture, language, and the deep familial bonds it nurtures.

Across many cultures and religions, the lotus flower is a timeless symbol of resilience, perseverance, inner strength, humility, and hope. In I Am a Lotus, children discover how this remarkable flower rises from muddy waters to bloom with beauty and grace, reminding us that challenges can help us grow into our best selves.Through lyrical storytelling and inspiring examples from nature, young readers learn how to develop qualities like courage, kindness, gratitude, mindfulness, and confidence in their own daily lives. As they journey alongside the lotus, they discover that true strength comes from within and that every child has the potential to bloom.Perfect for families, classrooms, and libraries, I Am a Lotus encourages children to connect with nature while exploring the universal values that have made the lotus a symbol of wisdom, peace, and personal growth for thousands of years.