YUVA Book Series : Bringing Bharat's History to Young Readers
The FIHCR YUVA Book Series introduces young readers to India’s past through engaging stories, carefully researched historical content and vibrant illustrations. The series is the first original book series for young readers written by acclaimed authors that introduces carefully researched stories from India’s past in an age-appropriate, illustrated format. Authored by Mala Kumar, Dr Pradeep Chakravarthy, Vijender Sharma, and Harini Srinivasan, YUVA books bring engaging, fact-based, youth-friendly books, each crafted to bring Bharat’s past alive for young readers.
Available in seven Indian languages (Marathi, Hindi, Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, Odia and Malayalam), the series aims to make learning about India’s history engaging and accessible to young readers across the country.
Explore the YUVA Books
The Rise of Ancient Indians
By Vijender Sharma
Travel back in time to discover how ancient Indians built cities, explored science, created art, and connected with distant lands. This interactive book presents well-researched stories with hands-on activities, offering a lively introduction to India’s early civilisations.
Purchase Links : Amazon, Versoz, Sapna Book House
Book Review : House Full of Books – Review by Roopa Baliga
The Missing Rocks of Hampi
By Mala Kumar
This thrilling adventure connects modern-day explorers with a brave girl in 14th-century Vijayanagara. Set amidst the historical wonders of Hampi, it blends environmental themes with rich historical detail, ideal for young adventurers and history buffs alike.
Purchase Links : Amazon, Padhega India, Versoz, Sapna Book House
Book Review : The Hindu – Review by Preeti Zachariah
Mega-Cool Leaders: Five Rulers Who Rocked India
By Pradeep Chakravarthy
Discover the leadership, courage, and vision of five extraordinary Indian rulers—Ahilyabai Holkar, Krishnadevaraya, Lachit Borphukan, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, and Lalitaditya Muktapida. With engaging narratives, conversations, and activities, this book makes history accessible and inspiring.
Purchase Links : Amazon, Padhega India, Versoz, Sapna Book House
Book Review : House Full of Books – Review by Roopa Baliga
The Merchant of Nagapattinam
By Harini Srinivasan
Set in 11th-century Thanjavur during the Chola period, this captivating story follows Uttaman, the son of a temple manager, as he navigates the world of powerful merchant guilds and rises to prominence. The book offers a compelling mix of ambition, intrigue, and adventure, bringing to life the vibrant maritime trade and commercial networks of the Chola empire.
Purchase Links : Amazon
Book Reviews : The Merchant of Nagapattinam
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The Launch
FIHCR, in collaboration with the OLA Foundation, NAAV AI, and BluOne Ink, launched the YUVA Books Series in July 2025. The event brought together educators, students, cultural enthusiasts, and dignitaries to celebrate a new wave of storytelling that makes Indian history engaging and accessible for young minds.
The launch was graced by Smt. Sudha Murty, acclaimed author and Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha; Shri Yaduveer Wadiyar, Member of Parliament from Mysore and Kodagu and scion of the Mysore Royal Family; and Sadguru Sri Madhusudan Sai, Founder Chancellor of Sri Sathya Sai University for Human Excellence. The event also featured Smt. Rajalakshmi Aggarwal, Chairperson of the OLA Foundation, and Shri Devesh Varma, Head of the OLA Foundation.
The four books, authored by Mala Kumar, Dr. Pradeep Chakravarthy, Vijender Sharma and Harini Srinivasan, introduce young readers to India’s historical personalities, ancient civilisations and cultural heritage through engaging narratives and illustrations. With translations into six Indian languages powered by NAAV AI, the launch marked an important step towards making history accessible to children across linguistic boundaries.