Are your emotions like mine?

• Names and expressions associated with feelings
• A relatable story that promotes socio-emotional skills and self-awareness
• Simple text to read aloud to foster empathy and the ability to handle emotional situations

Chitwan Mittal has always been interested in how reading can shape a child both intellectually and socio-emotionally. She founded AdiDev Press in 2021, with the aim of publishing books that would engage and entertain young readers. Since then, she has worked hard to find and nurture talent in both writing and illustration, and built a list that will help not just Indian children to discover India’s history, culture and heritage, but appeal to young readers everywhere. Chitwan is an award-winning author whose works include bilingual rhyming board books, a series on Indian spiritual figures, and translations of prayers by Tulsidas to Ram and Hanuman as well as Sanskrit slokas for young readers. 

Shruti Hemani is an architect, urban designer and an award-winning illustrator. Her books have won the Moonbean and Enlit Best Picture Book awards. She is a self-taught artist, her journey has been one of exploration, beginning with intricate black-and-white line drawings and gradually expanding into a range of styles and mediums. Her illustrations are known for their rich detailing, layered patterns, and expressive line work. She made her debut as a children’s book illustrator with AdiDev Press and has also created spatial design and educational wall art for school resource rooms in rural Rajasthan as part of her broader design practice.

“The text neatly acknowledges the importance of honoring one’s feelings and recognizing their impact on one’s behavior.” ~ Kirkus Review

“This book leaves both you and your child seeking your inner light, feeling happy and believing the world is beautiful and bright!” ~ Helena Thuneberg, Special Educator, Adjunct Professor, University of Helsinki 

“With imaginative flair, this story captures the spectrum of human emotions, from anger to joy, from fear to bravery… This colourful book can serve as a powerful learning aid.” ~ Anna Musser, Educational Researcher, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

“This delightful and beautifully illustrated book helps children name their emotions and navigate them in a healthy way - two skills that can help build happy lives!” ~ Vicki Zakrzewski, Education Director, Greater Good Science Center, UC Berkeley

“...introduces emotional literacy for children and paints a vivid picture of the emotional mindscape of a child.” ~ Dhanishta Shah, Bookedforlife