Illustrated by Holly Hatam

On Sale: May 19, 2026
Page Count: 40 pages
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
ISBN-13: 9780316498944

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There’s no place like Nani Camp! This playful picture book celebrates the joy, wonder, and fun of spending the night at a grandparent’s house.

When Padma’s parents go away for the weekend on a babymoon (whatever that is), Padma goes away too—to Nani Camp!

Nani Camp may look suspiciously like Nani’s house, but it’s a lot more fun than staying home. From scavenger hunts to arts-and-crafts, camp is packed with activities, but things don’t always go to plan. Luckily, Padma will learn there’s no problem a cup of chai and a positive attitude can’t fix!

Grab your emergency slime, fill your pockets with supplies, and don’t wear anything you’re afraid of getting wet. Now you’re ready for Nani Camp!

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Raakhee Mirchandani is an award-winning writer and editor. She is the author of Mama’s Roti, Kamala Raised Her Hand, My Diwali Light, Hair Twins, Journey to the Stars: Kalpana Chawla, She Persisted: Kalpana Chawla, and Super Satya Saves the Day. When she isn't writing, Raakhee is either drinking coffee, organizing her bookshelves or reading books while drinking coffee. She lives in Hoboken, New Jersey, with her husband and daughter. She invites you to follow her on Instagram @RaakstarWrites or visit her online at raakstarwrites.com.

Holly Hatam is the author-illustrator of Unicorns Are Real! and the illustrator of the #1 New York Times bestsellers Dear Girl and Dear Boy as well as Hair Twins, Made by Maxine, and Jack (Not Jackie). She loves tree hugging, book sniffing, tea drinking, music, animations, and most important, unicorns. She invites you to be transported to her magical world by visiting hollyhatam.com

Praise for My Diwali Light

A Junior Library Guild Selection

“[A] vibrant account of a close-knit family and community. MY DIWALI LIGHT should be part of all sets of books about traditions and cultures.”
Booklist
"Mirchandani equates Diwali with collectivity, showing that the joy of the holiday can be shared with family and friends inside and outside of the culture."
SLJ
"Mirchandani’s simple, elegant text explains the holiday, vividly bringing to life a family that loves coming together to share traditions, while Kelkar’s bold use of color (particularly shades of purple, blue, and green) makes the illustrations pop…. A warm, heartfelt ode to Diwali and the joys of family."
Kirkus Reviews
Praise for Hair Twins:

* “A feel-good picture book about diversity, family relationships, and self-love.”
Kirkus Reviews, starred review
* “Digitally collaged illustrations in a colorful cartoon style by Hatam spotlight a cast with a range of abilities, hair textures, religions, and skin tones. A sweet read that epitomizes a compassionate bond between parent and child.”
Publishers Weekly, starred review
"A loving portrayal of a father-daughter bond that is strengthened over daily hair care, something that honors the characters’ religion while nurturing their relationship."
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Raakhee Mirchandani

About the Author

Raakhee Mirchandani is an award-winning writer and editor. She is the author of Mama’s Roti, Kamala Raised Her Hand, My Diwali Light, Hair Twins, Journey to the Stars: Kalpana Chawla, She Persisted: Kalpana Chawla, and Super Satya Saves the Day. When she isn’t writing, Raakhee is either drinking coffee, organizing her bookshelves or reading books while drinking coffee. She lives in Hoboken, New Jersey, with her husband and daughter. She invites you to follow her on Instagram @RaakstarWrites or visit her online at raakstarwrites.com.

Holly Hatam is the author-illustrator of Unicorns Are Real! and the illustrator of the #1 New York Times bestsellers Dear Girl and Dear Boy as well as Hair Twins, Made by Maxine, and Jack (Not Jackie). She loves tree hugging, book sniffing, tea drinking, music, animations, and most important, unicorns. She invites you to be transported to her magical world by visiting hollyhatam.com

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Holly Hatam

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Holly Hatam is the illustrator of the #1 New York Times bestselling Dear Girl and Dear Boy, as well as Unicorns Are Real, Made by Maxine, and Jack (Not Jackie). She loves hugging trees, drinking tea, sniffing books, music, animations and most importantly, unicorns. She invites you to be transported into her magical world by visiting hollyhatam.com.

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