'A wonderful, life-affirming fable, filled with the fierce spirit of the high mountains.' - Hari Kunzru, British journalist and award-winning author of the bestselling novel The Impressionist

'A saga of courage, of bravery in the face of fear ... and coming face to face with phantoms nurtured by generations of forefathers ... This is the ultimate adventure, a journey of self-discovery. A gripping, unputdownable book. Loved it as a manuscript. Love it even more with the beautiful illustrations.' - Madhu B. Joshi, poet, storyteller, translator

Ravi Kapooris the author of the best-selling Scholastic Quiz: Incredible Records. In addition to his day (and night) job as an airline pilot, he has been a screenwriter, script editor, radio jockey and voiceover artist. In his spare time he enjoys worrying about life, the universe and everything. He composes music to relax.

Nicholas Hofflandis a writer, art curator and design boffin who delights in mishmashing regional cuisines and health food. When not in the kitchen, he can be found sharing his love of jazz, rock and Indian and Western classical music in various forums.

Tanaya Vyasis a designer, illustrator, researcher and educator with a passion for visual storytelling. Her illustrated picture books include Kasturba, Scarecrows on Parade and Parvati the Elephant's Very Important Day. She loves talking to cats, scribbling on walls and travelling to faraway lands with her paintbrush.