Soumya Ganapathy

The Magenta Bird Soumya Ganapathy

This chapter book is the first in a series and is aimed for young readers. This book is a perfect choice to assist young readers in building confidence when reading.

Aloo and Peanut are not your ordinary dog and cat. They are the best of friends and have wild adventures unbeknownst to their human families. At the outset, this afternoon looks like any other for Aloo and Peanut. But not before long, Peanut finds herself to be stuck in a very tall tree after a set of unforeseen events.

Aloo knows something is wrong but is helpless as she can not climb a tree. Peanut meets an intriguing and magical bird while stuck on the tree. This bird not only rescues her but teaches her valuable lessons.

"when you listen to your heart you open yourself up to limitless possibilities"

"trust yourself"

This duo ends up having a chance encounter they never dreamed of. This bird already knows much about the two and is full of surprises.

Through the adventures of Aloo and Peanut, the reader learns valuable lessons of friendship and self-belief. This book can be used to promote and encourage a positive self concept for young readers.