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Mission Marathon

Sarvamitra

Deepa Godiawala

Dhriti has many quirks.

First... she acts before she thinks.

Second... she really does NOT like to run.

So how did she end up signing up for a marathon? Ask her.

With one month to go, a training plan she mostly slept through, and everyone saying she can't do it, Dhriti is in for a long stretch.

A fast, funny story about one big challenge and a girl who might just surprise everyone – especially herself.

Hush & Hoots is an early and young reader book series for kids moving on from picture books to longer fiction. With lively character-led stories full of humour, heart and everyday adventure, this series is perfect for independent reading and read-alouds.

Classification : General & Literary Fiction
Pub Date : AUG 20, 2026
Imprint : Hachette India Children’s Books
Page Extent : 40
Binding : PB
ISBN : 9789357319058
Price : INR 350

Sarvamitra

A mystery lover, coffee addict and a sleep-buff, Sarvamitra writes in between her many dreams. An avid gardener, she tries to make the most out of the little space around her concrete block called home.

Just like the protagonist of her story, Sarvamitra assures that sleep is an integral part of her creative process!

'Really?’ You ask. 'You should try it too!’ She retorts.

Sarvamitra lives in the land of Marina Beach with her family.

Deepa Godiawala

p>Deepa Godiawala is a self-taught illustrator, designer and storyteller based in Ahmedabad.

Inspired by everyday life, nature and the wonderful curiosity of childhood, she believes every illustration should invite young readers to observe and imagine.

When she's not drawing, you'll find her running, experimenting with pottery or dreaming up her next story. She hopes this story encourages every child to take that first brave step, keep putting one foot in front of the other, and never stop chasing their dreams.