Nandita da Cunhas Rosa in a Rush: A conscious, mysterious Goan journey for younger readers

Children’s creator Nandita da Cunha’s newest ebook Rosa in a Rush, printed by Duckbill, the youngsters’s imprint of Penguin Random House India, unfolds as a captivating thriller set within the quiet lanes of Goa. Written for early readers aged seven to 10, the story combines a spirited detective chase with an underlying message about slowing down and noticing the world round us. When her pai’s (father’s) prized dahlias go lacking, Rosa jumps onto her bicycle and units off throughout Goa to search out them. “It is a detective story and my 14th ebook for youngsters. I really feel thriller is the easiest way to have interaction early readers,” says Nandita. In Rosa’s brisk pursuit, she encounters a collection of clues and vibrant characters. The reply, nevertheless, lies a lot nearer than she imagines. “The ebook has thriller however the answer is correct beneath Rosa’s nostril,” Nandita explains. “It requires a second of mindfulness to determine that out.” Illustrated by Shubhangi Chetan, the ebook brings alive the small-town allure of Goa via vivid scenes: a baker on his morning rounds ringing his bell, sleepy lanes lined with outdated homes and bursts of flowers within the solar. Nandita provides, “There are many reference pictures of Saligao, which is near my coronary heart. Though I dwell in Mumbai, Goa is the place my roots are.” The title itself carries a delicate irony. Rosa could also be “in a rush,” however the story encourages younger readers to pause, observe and see the world round them. With a background in administration and music, Nandita’s writing usually blends rhythm and thoughtfulness. Her earlier books similar to The Miracle on Sunderbaag Street, The Dog with Two Names and Who Clicked That Pic are all set in recognisably Indian areas, exploring themes of empathy, group and the surroundings. Her tales have acquired vast recognition, together with the Neev Book Award, the FICCI Publishing Special Jury Award and featured on the Parag Honour List.

Nandita might be in Visakhapatnam on November 8 and 9 for the Vizag Junior Lit Fest at Hawa Mahal, the place she is scheduled to conduct 4 periods. One of them will deal with Rosa in a Rush, whereas the others will function her works similar to The Miracle on Sunderbaag Street, The Miracle on Kachhua Beach and The Dog with Two Names.The Miracle on Sunderbaag Street tells the story of Zara and Miss Gappi, who lead a group effort to show a dump yard right into a inexperienced house. The ebook attracts from the real-life Dream Grove group farm in Bandra. The Miracle on Kachhua Beach is impressed by Afroz Shah’s seaside clean-up in Versova and follows younger Ori as he transforms his neighbourhood’s uncared for seaside into a spot of renewal. The Dog with Two Names, a set of quick tales for readers aged 9 and above, explores variety and belonging via light, partaking tales. Nandita weaves heat, wit and quiet reflection into her storytelling. Her concepts usually emerge from the world round her – the moments she shares along with her daughters, the rhythms of on a regular basis life and the melodies she performs on her piano. A licentiate of the Trinity College of Music, London, she brings the identical sense of concord and cadence from her music into her writing for younger readers. Currently, Nandita is engaged on an image ebook titled What’s the Point of KiKi, a couple of lady and her uncommon pet crow. It is slated for launch in December. Nandita might be conducting 4 periods on the Vizag Junior Lit Fest to be held on November 8 and 9. Registrations for periods are open and will be finished at Tanishq showroom (VIP street), Pages Book Store and Book Magic Library (Lawson’s Bay).