It’s the dark of night when a strange noise wakes Anjali. While her mama lies sleeping, she investigates. Someone has broken in and taken some of their most prized possessions. But who could it be? It’s up to Anjali to track down the little thief.
Vijaya Bodach is a scientist-turned-children’s writer, born and raised in India. One scary night, a thief stole her box of river stones. Writing this story let her dream how she would’ve liked that night to have been. Vijaya lives in a world of stories in Charleston, South Carolina with her husband, two children, three pets (one dog, two cats, no monkeys), and too many books. You can find out more about her at vijayabodach.blogspot.com.
Nayantara Surendranath has illustrated children’s picture books since 2012. She explores the relationship between mixed-media and digital illustration techniques and is constantly creating new forms of visual expression. In her free time Nayantara juggles, bakes, and hangs out with her cat, Sakura. Nayantara lives in Pune, India.
The illustration paints bold colors against the night backdrop creating a vibrant feel that draws the gaze and propels the story along.
—School Library Journal Reviewer
