Diverse Kids Books Reading List!
Check out this amazing list of 150 Diverse Kids Books by 100 authors!
A Parent & Teacher Resource to Diverse & Inclusive Children’s Books by Indie Authors
Whether you’re building a classroom library, refreshing your home collection, or simply searching for more inclusive stories, this catalog is a goldmine of under-the-radar gems that celebrate culture, identity, and belonging.
You’ll find books that spark empathy, curiosity, and joy across race, culture, ability, and family structures.
It’s also a powerful way to support indie authors who are changing the face of children’s literature, one story at a time.
Click here to download >> Diverse Kids Books Catalog
Thanks to Tom Tracy Books for leading this much-needed initiative!
90,000 Books Sold… and We’re Just Getting Started!
When we first started the Maya & Neel’s India Adventure Series, we had one simple hope: to help families celebrate Indian culture in a joyful, relatable, and accessible way. What began as a personal mission has now grown into something much bigger, and today, we’re thrilled to share a major milestone:
90,000 books sold across 54 countries!
This number means more than just book sales. It means that 90,000 times, a child reached for a book that reflected the world they live in, or introduced them to a world they had never seen. It means that parents and educators everywhere are choosing to raise kids who are curious, compassionate, and culturally aware.
To every parent, teacher, librarian, aunt, uncle, and grandparent who has put a Maya & Neel book into a child’s hands: thank you. Your support fuels our mission to help raise multicultural kids; kids who don’t just tolerate differences, but embrace them.
We’re deeply grateful for this journey and excited for what’s ahead. From Diwali to Holi, from Weddings to Cricket, from Mumbai to Delhi, we’ll keep creating books that celebrate the joy, color, and complexity of India, and share them with the world.
Here’s to the next 90,000!
With love and gratitude,
Ajanta & Vivek
Co-authors, Maya & Neel’s India Adventure Series
Largest Collection of Diverse Children’s Books!
Get ready for the largest celebration of diverse children’s books with Read Your World on Jan 30th! Read Your World is a non-profit dedicated to getting diverse books into the hands of readers, parents, and educators.
Come party with us!
When: January 30, 2025, 9 pm ET
Where: Zoom (register for the link)
Who: You! Along with families, educators, & special guests
Why: Join us for a fun-filled hour celebrating diverse books, with giveaways & more!
International Impact Book Award Winner!
We are beyond thrilled and deeply grateful to share that the Maya & Neel India Adventure Series has been honored with the International Impact Book Awards! 🎉✨
This recognition feels especially meaningful as it celebrates our latest book, which reimagines a traditional festival in a modern, inclusive light. ❤️🌍
We poured our hearts into creating a story that breaks stereotypes and opens up the joy of Raksha Bandhan to everyone—regardless of gender or role. Knowing that this message is resonating globally validates our mission in the most incredible way. 🙏✨
Thank you to all our readers, supporters, and the amazing community that inspires us to keep sharing these stories. Here’s to making every tradition more inclusive and every story more meaningful! 🧡📚
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Maya/Neel New Book: Rakhi and Cricket!
🚀 Exciting News Alert! 🚀
We’re thrilled to unveil our newest adventure in the Maya & Neel series! 🏏📚 Get ready to dive into the world of cricket and celebrate Raksha Bandhan like never before – with a twist! 🌟💖 This story is all about inclusivity, breaking gender norms, and showing that Rakhi is for everyone! 🎉👫👬👭
Join Maya, Neel, and Chintu as they discover the true spirit of Raksha Bandhan, where siblings and friends tie Rakhis to each other, regardless of gender. 👫💫 Let’s redefine tradition together!
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Get your copy today!
Celebrate Raksha Bandhan Like Never Before – Boys and Girls tie Rakhis to each other, Best Friends join in, and Sisters protect their Brothers too!
Dive into a Modern and Inclusive Raksha Bandhan adventure with Maya, Neel, and Chintu as they celebrate this beautiful festival. Along the way, they also learn the rules of Cricket (India’s favorite sport), practice their batting and bowling skills, and enjoy the camaraderie and excitement of the game.
Raksha Bandhan is a festival that honors the bond between siblings. Traditionally, sisters tie Rakhi (decorative thread) to their brothers, wishing for their long life while brothers promise to protect their sisters.
In this book’s heartwarming celebrations, we attempt to expand the festival to embrace inclusivity and empower girls by highlighting their strength and protective roles. Our goal is to foster a sense of overall love and protection.
Why Choose This Book?
#16 in the beloved Maya & Neel’s India Adventure Series, this exciting book uniquely combines India’s favorite festival with the country’s most beloved sport. You will find:
Unique Perspective: A book that celebrates Raksha Bandhan with an inclusive, gender-neutral approach.
Cultural Insights: Learn about the customs of Raksha Bandhan and the basics of playing cricket, from batting and bowling to fielding and scoring.
Non-Religious Content for a Global Audience: Perfect for families of all backgrounds looking to explore new cultures.
Educational Fun: Combines storytelling with cultural education, making learning enjoyable.
Order Today!
Bring home this book today and embark on a journey of love, friendship, cultural discovery, and cricket excitement. Perfect for children aged 3-8 and a must-have addition to your bookshelf!
About Our Mission
Maya & Neel’s India Adventures 10+ Book Series is written with the mission to RAISE MULTICULTURAL KIDS! We are Indie authors and 1st generation Indian immigrants, who have dedicated the past 15 years to spreading multiculturalism through dance & culture workshops as well as through this book series whose extreme popularity has taken even us by surprise. To all our little and grownup readers: Thank You for supporting our work & mission!
For bulk orders or author visits, please contact ajanta@bollygroove.com
Our Series is Available Worldwide (BollyGroove.com/Books)
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