PRESS and PRAISE
PRESS AND PRAISE FOR MY DIWALI LIGHT
Amazon: #1 New Release in Children’s Religious Holiday Books
Raakhee Mirchandani and My Diwali Light featured on The Today Show
CULTURAL UNDERSTANDING - How Do You Celebrate: Diwali
By Raakhee Mirchandani for Highlights Magazine
Watch. Connect. Read: An interview with John Schu for Mr. Schu Reads
I used to hide my culture. Now I'm sharing Diwali with everyone I know.
An op-ed by Raakhee Mirchandani as featured on The Today Show and Yahoo.
How to Celebrate Diwali With Kids
Children's book author Raakhee Mirchandani talks about how she celebrates Diwali with her family and friends.
My Diwali Light featured in CNN underscored
Celebrate Diwali with these 32 gift ideas your family and friends will love
My Diwali Light featured in a KTLA segment about Diwali
My Diwali Light featured in The Everymom’s round up “How to Celebrate Diwali with Your Children
PWN’s Debut Review Podcast interview with Raakhee Mirchandani
How This South Asian Mother, Picture Book Author, and Activist Incorporates Her Culture in Her Home
An interview with Raakhee Mirchandani for Cubby
PRESS AND PRAISE FOR RAAKHEE
Late Night with Seth Meyers Podcast
On Monday 8/30’s episode of our books podcast, Late Night's Sarah Jenks-Daly talks to award-winning writer and editor Raakhee Mirchandani.
press and Praise for Hair Twins
Raakhee Mirchandani and Hair Twins featured on Good Morning America
Cheddar News interview with Raakhee Mirchandani
TODAY SHOW: Raakhee Mirchandani discusses children’s book Hair Twins
Hair Twins named one of 10 best children’s books by AAPI authors, according to Goodreads
Hair Twins named to Bank Street College of Education The Best Children’s Books of the Year 2022 Edition
Hair Twins named to Romper’s list of 32 Children's Books With Asian Characters That Celebrate Heritage, Joy, and Childhood
Hair Twins named to Motherly’s list of 11 picture books that celebrate Asian & Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Publishers Weekly New Kids' and YA Books: Week of May 3, 2021
Named as Publishers Weekly Beyond Stereotypes: 2021 AAPI Books for Young Readers
“A sweet read that epitomizes a compassionate bond between parent and child.”
2021 Publishers Weekly, Starred Review of Hair Twins
“A feel-good picture book about diversity, family relationships, and self-love.”
2021 Kirkus, Starred Review of Hair Twins
'It just reminds me of my own family': Waterloo artist illustrates heartwarming children's book about Sikh culture
The Waterloo Chronicle
Watch. Connect. Read: An interview with John Schu for Mr. Schu Reads
“It is such a joyful, happy, and beautiful celebration of hair and the bond between a daughter and a father. It is a book you want to (and will) hug when you’re done reading it.”
PRESS and PRAISE FOR SUPER SATYA SAVES THE DAY
Greater Good Magazine: Eight of Our Favorite Asian American Picture Books
“With fun, lively illustrations, this book has a likable heroine and a strong sense of setting that shows her diverse community.”
Super Satya Saves the Day visits the Today Show
"This book is full of a mother’s love for a little girl’s determination. Whether you’re a parent or a child, you will feel inspired after reading this book."
— Hoda Kotb, “Today” show host and author of I’ve Loved You Since Forever
Publishers Weekly Booksellers’ Favorite Titles of 2018
2019 Purple Dragonfly Book Award Contest Winner
Honorable Mention Cultural Diversity, 1st Place Picture Books 6 & Up READ MORE
Parade Magazine Author Interview
Vogue Magazine Author Interview
#1 New Release on Amazon