Real kids, real books, real shelves.

Aashie Singh is ten and writes with more confidence than planning, letting her characters surprise her as she goes. She loves The Land of Stories series by Chris Colfer, and her advice to other young writers is that if a story starts making sense immediately, something has probably gone wrong.

Anaisha is seven and lives in Gurgaon. She plays piano and sings, and also enjoys skating and swimming. She thinks a lot about kindness and how to make the world better.

Ayreen is seven and lives in Gurgaon. She has been reading since she was four months old and loves travelling and sushi. Her first book is being published with Bukmuk.

Hrehaan is an eight-year-old reader and writer from Gurugram who loves Percy Jackson and Harry Potter. When he's not reading or writing, he plays tennis, practices guitar, and sings. He's inspired by nature and dreams of making the world greener and kinder through his stories.

Krivam is eight and passionate about football, which he has played since a young age. He loves to read, travels whenever he can to explore new places and cultures, and shares his creative thoughts through writing.

Kyra is nine and writes about the small, true moments of everyday life. She loves to read, paint, and sing, and her stories often reflect her deep care for family and the people around her.

Samar Gupta is eight years old and a writer published by Bukmuk Publishing.

A 16-year-old from Noida and a fixture of the debating and Model UN circuit, where he has argued everything from climate policy to intergalactic conflict. Samarth writes with the precision and curiosity of someone who values a good idea.

A 12-year-old from Delhi who thrives on creative expression. Whether on stage in theatrical roles, singing classical music, drawing, or crocheting intricate designs, Vedika channels imagination into everything she does.

Aaditya is ten and lives in Gurgaon. He writes stories and loves drawing, having trained in art for four years. He's a fan of Naruto and Doraemon.

A young writer from Noida whose imagination stretches across galaxies and generations. Inspired by Percy Jackson and Harry Potter, Aanya writes with heart, urgency, and a sense of wonder — inviting readers to both imagine and care deeply.

A 9-year-old storyteller from Hong Kong with a fearless imagination and an adventurous spirit. Aarjav writes with heart and a detective's eye for detail — tales brimming with excitement, curiosity, and a sprinkle of mystery.

An 8-year-old who loves reading stories almost as much as writing her own poems and silly tales. When she is not writing, Alyza is doing gymnastics or making art, and she is happiest when she gets to mix all three.

Anantya is a nine-year-old writer from Noida who loves dogs, cats, hamsters, and all kinds of pets. When she's not writing, she can be found cycling or reading books like Matilda.

Ananya is a twelve-year-old from Delhi who reads and writes mystery and fantasy stories. She's learning to play basketball, loves to sing, and dreams of becoming an architect.

Anaya is nine and spends most of her time with her nose in a book, often reading two at once. She loves Shannon Messenger's stories and the adventures in Michael Morpurgo's work, and when she's not reading, she's watching movies or singing along to her favourite songs.

Arshiva is nine and lives in Delhi. She loves reading the Magic Tree House books and writing her own stories, and she enjoys making art and craft projects in her spare time. When she's not writing, you might find her playing badminton or practising gymnastics.

An 11-year-old bookworm from Delhi whose love of reading took off with Percy Jackson and Harry Potter. Ashvik writes layered stories full of twists, each chapter changing flavour like his favourite ice cream.

Atharv is seven and lives in Delhi. He loves reading books like Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Old School, and spends his time building with Legos and practicing gymnastics at the state level. He writes stories and believes in staying imaginative and reading with your thinking hat on.

Aveer Singh is ten and lives in Gurugram. He loves the Dog Man series, plays table tennis and cricket, and spends time drawing his favourite characters and playing keyboard.

A 10-year-old from Delhi inspired by the heartfelt, imaginative tales of Sudha Murthy. Ayaansh brings warmth, wit, and wonder to his own writing.

Daivik is eight and lives in New Delhi. He loves fantasy books like Kingdom of Wrenly and is a passionate chess player who dreams of becoming a grandmaster. He also enjoys art, plays guitar, and is learning to sing with Tanpura.

Deetya is thirteen and writes stories while spending much of her time drawing, video editing, and reading. She has won several art competitions and learned shooting and archery alongside her creative pursuits.

Devraj Bansal is seven and lives in Ghaziabad. He enjoys cricket and football, makes science projects, and does Mandala art. He likes numbers and competitions, and is currently writing stories, particularly ones involving robots.

Divit is eight and lives in New Delhi. He loves reading Geronimo Stilton and Dragon Masters, as well as non-fiction books about space and nature. When he's not reading, he plays drums and tabla, paints, and swims.

Eera Singh is twelve and from Ranchi. She loves reading Japanese novels in translation and mystery stories, and spends her free time making art and singing. She wants to become an interior designer.

Harnoor Kaur is twelve and loves reading, especially the Dork Diaries series. She has written more than one book and believes that good ideas are worth writing down.

A 10-year-old from Delhi with a deep love for fantasy and humour, especially Harry Potter. When Jayaditya is not playing or watching cricket, he is drawing, painting, and dreaming up adventures.

Kayra is eight and lives in Chennai. She loves gymnastics and is learning piano, and brings that same energy and enthusiasm to her writing.

Kiana is eleven and lives in New Delhi. She loves reading fantasy series like Percy Jackson and The Cruel Prince, and spends her free time writing, dancing, journaling, and scrapbooking. She also debates, listens to K-pop, and hopes to figure skate someday.

A gentle, curious 10-year-old from Noida whose world is built from books, Smartivity kits, and long summers in the pool. Kiyansh writes whole universes full of twists, turns, and Nutella-sweet endings.

Kushika is seven and lives in Gurgaon. She loves reading the Critter Club series, paints in her spare time, and is a gymnast.

A writer from Gurgaon who thrives on experimentation and bold ideas. Maneet writes with a mind wide open and a pen that loves to wander — stories for readers who crave meaning, mystery, and a touch of minty magic.

A writer from Gurgaon whose imagination is as expansive as the savannahs that inspired his latest work. A visit to Kenya sparked his story, weaving together adventure, emotion, and a touch of the unexpected.

Mehar is ten and lives in Noida. She loves reading, especially Harry Potter, and spends her time cycling, swimming, and drawing. She believes the best stories come from the wildest ideas, not from copying what everyone else writes.

A 13-year-old from Noida who lives between many worlds: Kathak, freestyle and hip-hop, swimming, and a serious love of fantasy fiction. A self-declared foodie, Mehreen writes warm, surprising stories with heart.

Minal is twelve and lives in Delhi. She enjoys sketching, writing stories, and designing clothes. Her favourite book is The Killer Question, and she loves chemistry and history.

Navika is nine and lives in Mumbai. She loves the Percy Jackson and Wings of Fire series, and writes mystery, fantasy, and adventure stories filled with excitement. When she's not reading or swimming, she's working on her own stories.

A storyteller from New Delhi who writes with a heart full of fantasy and a mind that orbits the cosmos. Nikunj writes with intrigue, quick pacing, and a zest for science and discovery.

A 7-year-old storyteller who loves adventure, funny characters, and football in equal measure. Nivaan is always dreaming up new ideas and writing them down.

Prerna is twelve and lives in Chennai, where she dances in Bharatanatyam and hip-hop, plays guitar, and reads voraciously. She notices details others miss and has started writing stories inspired by the books she loves and the music of Taylor Swift.

Prisha is eight and drawn to new interests the way a magnet attracts metal. She loves Harry Potter, practices Kathak, and believes young writers should keep their humour close.

An 11-year-old avid reader who loves stories that make her see the world differently. Ridhvi writes time-bending adventures about people coming together to protect the world they share.

Rishita is ten and lives in Noida. She loves reading the Harry Potter series and creating characters with unexpected twists in her stories. When she's not writing or reading, she enjoys doing maths and can write with both hands.

Riyansh is eleven and loves creating things, whether through painting or writing. He's drawn to stories like Harry Potter and is always picking up new interests and ideas from the world around him.

A spirited storyteller from Hong Kong who turns real-life adventures into page-turning fiction. Saanvi writes with playful, vivid heart — and just enough sparkle to make readers believe in magic.

Saira is eight and loves drawing imaginary characters and turning them into graphic comics. She enjoys gymnastics and Bharatnatyam, and spends her free time reading and creating art and craft projects.

Saisha is eight years old and in Grade 4. She loves reading fantasy and mystery books, and her favorite is One and Only Ivan. When she's not reading, she enjoys dancing to music, particularly Katseye's "Debut," and playing with her pet Golden Retriever, Bubbles.

A 10-year-old from Faridabad who has been writing stories since second grade and dreams of building a library bigger than the White House. Sarvam fills his free time with fiction, sci-fi, and adventure.

An 8-year-old who loves Owl Diaries, scary stories, and drawing unicorns. Seeratt brings the same determination she puts into her cartwheels to writing tales about kindness and magic.

Shanaya is eight years old and loves reading, swimming, and painting. Her favorite book is Diary of a Wimpy Kid, and she shares her home with cats.

Suveer is seven and loves reading books about science and doing experiments. His favourite word is "Eureka!" and he spends his time trying to invent and create things, approaching problems like an engineer.

Urve is eleven and lives in Dubai. She loves reading, swimming, and athletics, and is fascinated by the universe. She hopes to become an astronomer or an author.

A 9-year-old who loves writing, swimming, and singing. Once Vanya starts a story, the ideas keep coming until it builds itself into something whole.

Vedant is a ten-year-old who loves reading, playing tennis, and video games. He has switched tennis academies six times and brings his big imagination to his writing.

Viraat is eleven and lives in Noida. He loves reading, particularly The Famous Five, and is a martial arts black belt. He believes in the philosophy of jumping in without overthinking.

A 13-year-old who reads to understand the world, drawn to books about displacement and belonging like The Boy at the Back of the Class. Zainab writes with purpose, hoping her stories open eyes the way reading opened hers.