Jaini Nandu writes picture books for children who are figuring out how the world works — one feeling, one small moment at a time.
Her stories follow curious kids through everyday situations: a toy that breaks, a picnic to share, a quiet morning of getting ready. The magic isn't in grand adventures but in the honest, often messy feelings that come with growing up.
"I want children to feel seen on every page. Whether it's the big anger that comes from a favorite toy breaking, or the small delight of a sunny morning — those feelings deserve a book of their own."
What she writes about:
- Emotional literacy for ages 3–7
- Gentle, South-Asian-voiced family stories
- The quiet heroism of ordinary days
Every book in this collection was created with Jaini's belief that children's books should be a mirror and a window — showing kids both who they are and who they might become.
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