{"title":"Shanthi Sekaran","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our curated collection of works by the talented author Shanthi Sekaran, known for her heartwarming and engaging storytelling in the realm of children's literature. If you are looking for delightful tales that blend imagination with reality, your journey begins here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout books in Shanthi Sekaran's repertoire is \u003cem\u003eBoomi's Boombox\u003c\/em\u003e. This enchanting story captures the adventures of a young protagonist who embarks on a magical journey through music and memories. It's a perfect choice for young readers eager to explore diverse cultures and unique narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShanthi Sekaran masterfully crafts stories that are not only entertaining but also educational, fostering empathy and understanding through relatable characters and intriguing plots. Her books are ideal for children who are curious about the world and enjoy tales that inspire both laughter and reflection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Shanthi Sekaran's vibrant storytelling and let your child's imagination soar with this captivating collection of children's books.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"boomis-boombox-by-shanthi-sekaran-9780063051584","title":"Boomi's Boombox","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcclaimed author Shanthi Sekaran delivers a powerful story about grief, family, dance, and friendship that follows a young girl who accidentally travels back in time to meet her dad as a child. This encounter will change her life forever. Perfect for fans of \u003cem\u003eThe Thing About Jellyfish\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe Ethan I Was Before\u003c\/em\u003e. A Junior Library Guild Selection!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Boomi’s dad dies of Covid, the rest of her life topples like a row of dominoes. First, her best friend, Bebe, stops talking to her. Then she gets kicked out of her ballet academy. Her mum becomes hyper-focused on her weight. Her grandmother sinks further into the shadows of her mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThen Boomi is given one last gift from her dad: his old boombox. Inside it, she finds a mix tape and a note: \u003cem\u003eYou can change your life\u003c\/em\u003e. When she presses play on the boombox, her life really does change: she’s magically transported to Thumpton-on-Soar, England, 1986. And her dad’s there!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut he doesn’t know he’s her dad—he’s twelve, just like Boomi. Boomi starts to see what being twelve was like for her dad, growing up Indian in a town that wanted to silence people like him. She starts to understand why he never went back. 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Soon after, his Paati is captured and taken there.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile devising Paati’s escape, Muki discovers that a secret rebellion is underway, and as he digs deeper, he realizes that rescuing Paati will be the fight of his life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e* Bank Street Best Children's Books of the Year *\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46996469809388,"sku":"9780063051546","price":19.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780063051546.jpg?v=1763128153"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/shanthi-sekaran.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}