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Jasbinder Bilan

    This author draws inspiration from the profound bond with her grandmother. Her works often explore themes of family and connection to the past, delving into unique voices and perspectives. The narratives are crafted to engage and inspire readers.

    Xanthe & the Ruby Crown
    Calling the Whales
    Aarti and the Blue Gods
    Asha & the Spirit Bird
    Tamarind & the Star of Ishta
    India, Incredible India
    • 2024

      Nush is maharani of an Indian kingdom. When a divine emerald isstolen from them, Nush stows away to England to ask Queen Victoriafor help. This is her moment to shine – and bring backthe emerald that will heal the kingdom . . .

      Nush and the Stolen Emerald
    • 2023

      When Tulsi and her best friend Satchen spot something unusual in the sea near their home in Scotland, they decide to investigate. But little do they know how much danger they are putting themselves in. After rowing out to a nearby island, they become involved in a risky rescue mission and their boat capsizes in a storm. But just as they think all is lost, help arrives from an unexpected source ... [payot.ch]

      Calling the Whales
    • 2023

      Xanthe loves visiting her Nani in her tower block flat. Then,Nani is diagnosed with dementia. Xanthe is determined to help butdoesn't know how - until a mysterious cat leads the way to the truthabout Nani's refugee past ...

      Xanthe & the Ruby Crown
    • 2022

      This is a joyful celebration of India and its incredible people, places and wildlife. Uncover India's fascinating history and culture, and explore the unique mix of the traditional and modern that makes India the incredible country it is today

      India, Incredible India
    • 2021

      Aarti and the Blue Gods

      • 256 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      Aarti has lived on the island with Aunt for as long as she can remember. Her only comforts are a book of Indian myths, a fox's friendship, and a toy rabbit she finds in a locked room. Then, she learns Aunt has been feeding her lies. Fate intervenes when a half-drowned boy washes up nearby. With his help, can Aarti remember who she really is?

      Aarti and the Blue Gods
    • 2020

      Tamarind & the Star of Ishta

      • 224 pages
      • 8 hours of reading
      3.9(399)Add rating

      Tamarind never knew her Indian mum, Chinty, who died soon after she was born. So when she arrives at her mother's ancestral home, she's full of questions for her extended family. But instead of answers, Tamarind finds a sad and beautiful mystery ...

      Tamarind & the Star of Ishta
    • 2019

      Asha & the Spirit Bird

      • 288 pages
      • 11 hours of reading
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      In an unforgettable adventure set in contemporary India, Asha is guided by a majestic bird which she believes to be the spirit of her grandmother. Together with her best friend, Jeevan, she embarks on a journey across the Himalayas to find her missing father and save her home ...

      Asha & the Spirit Bird