Garland of Lights - by Chitra Soundar (Hardcover)

About the Book

Book Synopsis

One lamp welcomes the goddess of wealth.
She blesses all with wisdom and health.

Two lamps to thank the sun and the moon.
They give us life, light and good fortune.

Come along as we celebrate the magical moments that make up Diwali, the Festival of Lights, in the warm light of thirteen diyas and just as many treasured traditions. See if you can count all the diyas and celebrate all the wonderful gifts Diwali has to offer--music and mouthwatering sweets, swirling rangolis and sweet-smelling marigolds, laughter and light.

With Chitra Soundar's lyrical rhymes and rich, vibrant illustrations from Amberin Huq, this is the perfect gift to share for one of the world's biggest and brightest holidays.

Review Quotes

"A fun intro useful for collections showcasing rich cultures around the world." --Booklist

"Vibrantly detailed illustrations that make masterful use of patterns and light . . . A beautiful introduction to a complex, widely celebrated holiday." --Kirkus Reviews

About the Author

Chitra Soundar is an Indian-born British writer and storyteller. She is the author of over forty books for children, including the award-winning picture books You're Safe With Me, You're Snug With Me, and You're Strong With Me, illustrated by Poonam Mistry. Chitra has lived in more than three countries and has published in Asia, North America and Europe. As well as writing books, she is a speaker, oral storyteller and toe-dipper in writing for the small screen. Her stories are inspired by her close-knit family, her growing up in India filled with epics and folktales, playacting and her travels around the world.
www.chitrasoundar.com

Amberin Huq is an illustration graduate from University College Falmouth. She dreams of a studio in a peaceful place by the sea, but for now, she lives and works under a massive heap of paper in her London studio. Amberin loves to create atmospheric illustrations, lively characters and has a newfound love of working in black and white. She has illustrated books for children of all ages.
www.amberinhuq.com