The book, ‘A Feast for Ganesha’ by Supriya Bansal, tells a heart-warming story of a little girl named Tara and her innocence, through her mission to feed her beloved Bappa a grand feast on Ganesh Chaturthi.

Book: A Feast for Ganesha

Author:  Supriya Bansal

Genre: Comic Book, Children’s Book

Format: Paperback

Publisher: Ukiyoto Publishing

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This Ganesh Chaturthi, Little Tara has one mission. She vows to offer Bappa a perfect feast of his favourite treats. She saves every coin, braves the heat, and runs endless errands, her heart bursting with excitement. But as the festival comes alive with whirling dancers, dazzling stalls, and roaring crowds, chaos steps in.

Will Tara’s offerings reach Bappa, or will the celebration change her journey? To know, you have to read the book.

Author Bio:

Supriya Bansal is a doctor and an award-winning author who has contributed to over 30 anthologies and won several awards, including the Orange Flower Awards, ALS Sagar Memorial Prize, and many more. She blogs at her blog, Supriya’s banter, and aims to inspire her readers with her diverse and powerful storytelling.

Book Cover:

The book cover is beautifully designed, and it attracts little readers instantly. The catchy artwork, the vibrant Ganesha, and the innocent little girl standing before Him and worshipping – this sight melts our hearts as adults, and I am sure little readers will love the book for its cover.

Illustrations: 

One of the main things that grabbed my attention while reading the book and made me fall in love with ‘A Feast for Ganesha’ is its gorgeous, vibrant, and beautiful illustrations by artist SRAC. Although I couldn’t understand the full name of the artist or the art studio that contributed significantly to the beauty of this children’s book and made it valuable, I missed learning more about the artist from the book itself. However, I loved the illustrations, especially the way the artist has made the character of Tara alive through the artwork and dialogue.

Themes and Lessons: 

The book ‘A Feast for Ganesha’ brings the story of Tara and her learnings on the way to prepare a grand feast for Ganesha. As surprises unfold and hidden magic reveals itself, Tara discovers that the festival holds a secret greater than she ever imagined. The book teaches vital lessons in kindness, compassion, and humanity to both children and adults.

Writing Style: 

The writing style is easy and simple, thus making the book an ideal choice for children. The lucidly written narrative teaches valuable moral lessons and conveys a beautiful message to children. I loved the writing style of the author.

Engagement Factor: 

The engagement factor of the book ‘A Feast for Ganesha’ lies in its attractive and gorgeous illustrations. Children would love to read this book as the story is very simple and easy to understand.

A Glimpse of the Book:

The character of little Tara seems just like another little girl of her age; no superpower to mesmerize her friends or no adventurous acts to turn her friends into her admirers – this is how the author has built the character of Tara. Just an ordinary girl who goes to the market alone to gather the ingredients to make the feast for her beloved Ganesha, and meets people who taught her a vital lesson that leaves her awestruck.

Along with Tara, the other characters like Omi Bhaiya, Patil Kaka, and the anonymous street dancer – all of them contribute a significant role to the narrative. They are all ordinary people whom Tara met on her way home when returning from the market. They are all part of the secret that holds the story of ‘A Feast for Ganesha’.

Room for Improvement:

Although I liked the book ‘A Feast for Ganesha’ very much, there are some things that I believe would have benefited from more attention, making the book a more engaging read for everyone.

Firstly, the storyline seemed too simple – although the story is beautiful and leaves a striking lesson at the end, I think the narrative could have been more interesting if some twists had been added. I also felt the sections of the story where Tara moves from one character to another leave an invisible gap, as I missed the link between two tiny tales within the main story.

For the designer of the book, I would like to leave this message: the font style of the book was not perfect for every reader. Though the font style is perfect for attracting children’s attention, I don’t think keeping a funky font style is essential for children’s books.

However, I loved reading the book, and it was overall an enriching experience because in the end, the lesson that is revealed by the author (read Ganpati Bappa) is not only a vital lesson for every child, but it also teaches adults an important truth told through this story of Tara.

My Recommendation:

If you want to gift your child or someone from your circle a book that tells a simple story yet teaches an important lesson, I will definitely recommend this book. ‘A Feast for Ganesha’ is perfect for gifting, because you will not only gift the child a beautifully illustrated book but also pave the way towards teaching humanity, kindness, and compassion to a child, and I think everyone must learn the teachings of humanity in their growing age. Thus, the book ‘A Feast for Ganesha’ would be a memorable read for every child, as they will learn something that will stay with them forever.

(This review is powered by Blogchatter Book Review Program.

I received the review copy for an honest and unbiased review. All opinions are my own.)