Kiki Kallira Conquers a Curse

In "Kiki Kallira Conquers a Curse," Kiki, a young artist whose sketches come to life, is called back to her magical kingdom when its life-giving river disappears. She discovers the river is a cursed princess and must find a way to restore it without sacrificing the princess again. This action-packed fantasy adventure, steeped in Indian folklore, explores themes of courage, friendship, and self-confidence. It sensitively portrays Kiki's struggles with anxiety, offering a relatable journey of overcoming internal and external challenges. Ideal for readers aged 8-11, it's a captivating read that blends cultural richness with thrilling fantasy.

"Indian folklore meets fantasy adventure in this captivating novel . . . An action-packed, evocative portrayal of courage, friendship, and belonging." —Kirkus Reviews on Kiki Kallira Breaks a Kingdom. Fresh off the exciting discovery that her sketches of a beautiful kingdom and band of rebel kids have come to life in another world, Kiki Kallira has an unexpected visitor. One of those rebel kids has come into the real world to ask for her help—again. The river Kaveri, a crucial source of water for Mysore, has suddenly vanished! With no water to grow food or for wildlife to drink, Kiki's kingdom is doomed. Kiki enters her sketchbook once again, and her search for answers reveals the origin of the Kaveri: it's actually a princess from long ago who was transformed into water by a terrible curse. It's up to Kiki and her friends to restore the river without sacrificing the princess again—easier said than done! And with her mounting anxiety, enemies seeking to stop her, and a city growing weaker by the minute, Kiki's confidence falters. Will she be able to unravel the curse and save her kingdom before it's too late?