Muezza and Baby Jaan: Stories from the Quran Author: Anita Nair (Illustrations by Harshad Marathe) (Novel)

Winner of the 2017 Crossword Book Award (Children’s Literature), this book retells stories from the Quran in a way that is simple, imaginative, and accessible for young readers. Through the voices of Muezza, the Prophet’s cat, and Baby Jaan, a camel, Anita Nair brings alive timeless tales of faith, compassion, and wisdom. With beautiful illustrations and engaging narration, the book introduces children to cultural and spiritual values while remaining entertaining and relatable.