Priya Dreams of Marigolds & Masala Children's Book

*Recipient of the 2020 South Asia Book Award and earned a starred review from Kirkus Reviews.

* Priya lives in the United States and her family is from India. She feels the magic of the place that 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 sari. Together, Priya and Babi Ba make their heritage live on through the traditions that they infuse into their everyday lives. Priya Dreams of Marigolds & Masala is a celebration of the threads that connect each of us to our heritage, the power of sharing our traditions with others, and the special bond between grandparents and grandchildren.

• Ages 4-8 • Hardcover

• 36 pages

• Published by Beaver’s Pond Press, Inc.

Meenal Patel is an artist, illustrator, designer, and children’s book author who makes art rooted in reflections on the power of feeling seen and the journey to feel at home with all facets of ourselves. She is inspired by moments of childhood wonder, graphic textures in nature, and the strength of community. She hopes the experiences and joy that she infuses in her art will result in connection, belonging, and delight for someone else.