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Sambasivan & Parikh
@sambasivanparikh.bsky.social
Highlighting the experiences of children growing up across geographies & between cultures • Women-owned, community-centered small press publisher • Imprints: Yali Books & Modern Marigold Books
Happy Book Birthday to THE FIRST GIRL ON STAGE🎉

Congratulations to author Shruthi Rao and illustrator Devika Joglekar on the launch of this gorgeous tribute to the women of Yakshagana!

Preview the book and order here: www.sambasivanandparikh.com/products/the...
November 6, 2025 at 6:23 PM
Social Justice educators, request an ARC of DIASPORA-ISH (YA Creative NF, Feb ‘26) here: forms.gle/CTvL6ZnsZiZu...

An anti-racist, anti-imperialist collective learning resource offering timely academic inquiries. . . www.sambasivanandparikh.com/products/dia...

#edusky
November 2, 2025 at 6:45 PM
We are excited to reveal the cover and open pre-orders for THE FIRST GIRL ON STAGE by @shrurao.bsky.social and Devika Joglekar!

This gorgeous picture book is a tribute to the pioneering women of yakshagana, a traditional performance art from South India: www.sambasivanandparikh.com/products/the...
October 3, 2025 at 5:49 PM
🪔Happy Launch Day to DIYAS AT CIRCLE TIME🪔

Showcasing four festivals spanning South Asian cultures for elementary readers, Diyas at Circle Time offers an inclusive cultural story time for the holidays.

Bundle with a sticker book for a perfect read-aloud and activity: www.sambasivanandparikh.com
September 23, 2025 at 5:48 PM
Introducing the first book under a new nonfiction imprint!

Releasing on February 3rd, 2026, DIASPORA-ISH is a collective learning resource that offers inquiries about identity and belonging aimed at practicing global solidarity.

#nonfiction #YA

www.sambasivanandparikh.com/products/dia...
September 12, 2025 at 7:02 PM
We have ARCs to give away!

If you are a US-based librarian, educator, or reviewer, please submit a request to be included in our Community Partner Program: tinyurl.com/SPCommunityP...

Intl. reviewers, our books are on Edelweiss: www.edelweiss.plus?catalogID=50...

#booksky #librarysky #edusky
September 11, 2025 at 2:33 PM
We are kicking off #deafawarenessmonth by going live on Instagram today to talk about the making of SIGN UP FOR ADVENTURE!, our upcoming picture book about the growing friendship between a Deaf child and his hearing classmate. Join us!

On IG @modernmarigoldbooks at 2 PM ET/11 AM PT
September 1, 2025 at 3:10 PM
In honor of #deafawarenessweek, we are excited to announce that SIGN UP FOR ADVENTURE! is open for pre-orders. Featuring the friendship between a Deaf student and his hearing classmate, this comic-style PB is sure to be a classroom hit.

Preview here: www.sambasivanandparikh.com/products/sig...
May 8, 2025 at 5:06 PM
An invitation to check out 14 upcoming titles by 6 independent children’s press featuring global and diasporic voices.

Register here: www.eventbrite.com/e/small-pres...

#edusky #libsky #librarysky #librarians #schoollibrarians #academicsky
May 5, 2025 at 5:59 PM
Register today for a Fall title showcase featuring global and diasporic children’s literature.

Inviting librarians, educators, book buyers, and industry professionals to an hour-long showcase of 14 upcoming books by six independent publishers.

Sign up here: www.eventbrite.com/e/small-pres...
May 5, 2025 at 5:52 PM
Shame on Meta.

Small press publishing is hard enough as is. Furious on behalf of our authors.
March 21, 2025 at 7:16 PM
Download and print a comic zine class valentine💥

Free resources for the classroom and beyond: www.sambasivanandparikh.com/pages/learni...
February 10, 2025 at 9:36 PM
Making zines on snow days. #smallpresslife #miniIntern
February 6, 2025 at 4:00 PM
#smallbusinesssaturday shoutout to Interlink Books.

Established in 1987, Interlink is a Palestinian-owned, Massachusetts-based independent publishing house that offers a global perspective to readers. 🇵🇸

www.interlinkbooks.com
December 1, 2024 at 2:02 AM
We are so happy to announce that ARTHI’S BOMMA has been chosen as a Highly Commended Book at this year’s South Asia Book Award! Many congratulations to author Mamta Nainy and illustrator @shrutiprabhu.bsky.social for this recognition! #handmadeinindia #southasiabookaward
November 26, 2024 at 10:16 PM
Teachers, we had a fantastic time meeting you at #NCTE2024! Thank you for taking the time to browse our #smallpress books, talk to us about your curriculum needs,and filling out our purchasing survey. Please follow us to keep in touch! #diasporicvoicesinkidlit
November 25, 2024 at 5:18 PM