num_pages: 28
description: Little Malathi wants to run after hens and chicks and catch the ripe yellow mangoes as they fall -- but how can she on a wheelchair? She grows up to show that she can do much much more! Moments and experiences from the remarkable life of disabled athlete Malathi Holla told simply and sensitively bring out her determination and untiring spirit. The energetic illustrations are full of warmth and cheer.About the Author This is Sowmya Rajendran's seventh picture book published by Tulika. From Aana and Chena her first to Power Cut School is Cool The Snow King's Daughter Monday to Sunday and The Pleasant Rakshasa Sowmya has always shown her ability to handle strong themes with sensitivity and lightness.About the Illustrator Arun Kaushik grew up reading comics and drawing super heroes. One thing led to another and he has been regularly involved in illustrating books animation and cartooning. Comic books are still a passion and he hopes to one day become a good visual storyteller. This is his second book with Tulika the first being the wittily rendered Vyasa's Mahabharata.
language: English
title: Wings to Fly
publisher: Tulika Publication