My First Shloka Book: Durga

• The original Sanskrit shloka text with an English transliteration
• A kid-friendly translation 
• Word meanings to promote bilingual awareness
• Colourful art that captures the essence of the words 
• Audiobook access to learn the pronunciation of each shloka

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. 

Sarita Saraf is a children’s book author and an award-winning editor with a passion for rhythm and rhyme. She also dabbles in art, mostly birds and flowers. She is very fond of reading, especially spiritual literature.

Bhargavi Rudraraju is an illustrator who primarily uses the digital medium. Her art style uses flat colours (textured) with linework. She also enjoys using watercolour, pen and pencil to capture her readings, ideas and travel in the sketchbook that accompanies her everywhere.

She particularly enjoys working on children’s books and editorial illustrations. She is also a foodie and loves music.

 "A perfect way to introduce kids to Hinduism, with simple shlokas and meaningful translations." ~ Parent testimonial 

"Engages children with a delightful combination of Sanskrit verses, English transliterations, and translations." ~ Parent testimonial 

"Simple, child-friendly explanations make spiritual teachings relatable and fun." ~ Parent testimonial