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Pashmina Hardcover – October 3, 2017

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Editorial Reviews

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"Chanani masterfully turns the complex immigrant narrative into a magical and captivating work of art." ―New York Times

"Chanani’s debut graphic novel is a charming blend of fantasy and reality with a feminist twist." ―
Washington Post

"In this spectacular debut graphic novel, a young woman searches for the truths of her past." ―
Teen Vogue

“Colorful and deeply personal,
Pashmina illuminates the experience of an Indian-American teenager and invites us to contemplate the power of our choices.” ―Gene Luen Yang, national bestselling author of American Born Chinese

"Pashmina is filled to the brim with magic and heart.” ―Victoria Jamieson, author or
Roller Girl

"Most impressive is the way Chanani keeps the story’s distinct and fascinating plot elements spinning. One work can’t represent a whole subcontinent, but readers will come away with a living sense of a small part of it―and characters to care about." ―
Publishers Weekly, starred review

"This dazzling blend of realistic fiction and fantasy is perfect for fans of characters who have to overcome obstacles on their way to growing up." ―
School and Library Journal, starred review

"An original graphic novel written and illustrated by an Indian-American creator, this is both a needed contribution and a first-rate adventure tale." ―
Kirkus

"Chanani’s debut is a lively, engaging exploration of culture, heritage, and self-discovery." ―
Booklist

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Fantasy with humor and substance, this is a book for girls seeking empowerment and agency." ―TheBullitin of the Center for Childrens Books

About the Author

Nidhi Chanani was born in Kolkata, India and raised in California. She holds a literature degree from the University of California, Santa Cruz. She creates illustrations that capture love in everyday moments. In 2012 she was honored by the Obama Administration as a Champion of Change. Her illustrations are often featured at Disney Parks. She’s the author of the graphic novel Pashmina; Shubh Raatri Dost/Good Night Friend, a bilingual board book; and illustrator of the picture book I Will Be Fierce. Nidhi draws and dreams in the San Francisco Bay Area with her husband and kid.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ First Second (October 3, 2017)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 176 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1626720886
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1626720886
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 10 - 14 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ GN240L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 4 - 6
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.34 x 0.62 x 8.83 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 out of 5 stars 325 ratings

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Nidhi Chanani is a freelance illustrator, cartoonist and writer. She is the owner of Everyday Love Art. Born in Calcutta and raised in suburban southern California, Nidhi creates because it makes her happy – with the hope that it can make others happy, too. In April of 2012 she was honored by the Obama Administration as a Champion of Change.

Her debut graphic novel, Pashmina (First Second/Macmillan), released in fall 2017. It received starred reviews in the School Library Journal, Publisher’s Weekly, and was reviewed in the New York Times. Pashmina was a Junior Library Guild selection, Chicago Public Library Best Book of 2017, Texas Maverick Graphic Novel 2017, Northern California Indie Bookseller Association Long-List Title and a YALSA Top Ten Great Graphic Novels for Teens. In March of 2019, the film adaptation of Pashmina with Netflix was announced. Gurinder Chadha (Bend it like Beckham, Blinded by the Light) is set to direct.

Her second original graphic novel, Jukebox, released in June 2021 with a starred review in Booklist and glowing reviews in Kirkus and Publishers Weekly.

In 2018, Jasmine’s New Pet, which she wrote and drew released through Dark Horse Comics. Her bilingual board book, Shubh Raatri Dost/Good Night Friend released in 2019. Her debut picture book, written by Bea Birdsong, I will be fierce, released in April 2019. Her next picture book, Binny’s Diwali, written by Thrity Umrigar, released in September 2020. Kong and Me, written by Kiki Thorpe released in March 2021. Her author/illustrator debut What will my story be? releases in November 2021. She is currently working on her next original graphic novel, Super Boba Cafe as well as unannounced picture books and graphic novels. She is an instructor in the Master of Fine Arts, Comics program at the California College of Arts.

Her media appearances include CNN’s Anderson Cooper 360 and BBC Radio. Her work has been featured on the Huffington Post, the Women’s March, My Modern Met, Bored Panda and India Times. Nidhi has worked with Disney, ABC, Airbnb, Sony, Microsoft, State Farm Insurance and a variety of other clients. Her non-fiction comics have appeared in the Nib. Everyday Love Art products are sold in retail shops across the country, including the San Francisco International Airport, Books Inc., and Therapy stores.

Nidhi draws and dreams every day with her husband, daughter and their cat in the San Francisco Bay Area.

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