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Payal Doshi

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Payal Doshi has an MFA in Creative Writing (Fiction) from The New School, New York. Having lived in India, the UK, and US, she noticed a lack of Indian protagonists in global children’s fiction and one day wrote the opening paragraph to what would become Rea and the Blood of the Nectar, her debut middle grade novel. The novel is the recipient of the IPPY Gold Award. Her short story, A Confluence of Fates, can be found in the YA Anthology, My Big, Fat, Desi Wedding published by Page Street in February 2024. When she isn’t writing stories that champion brown joy and celebrate her South Asian heritage, you can find her nose deep in a book with a cup of coffee or daydreaming of fantasy realms to send her characters into. For more information, v ...more

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	Rea and the Blood of the Nectar (The Chronicles of Astranthia, #1) 4.40 avg rating — 326 ratings — published 2021 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	My Big, Fat Desi Wedding by Prerna Pickett (Goodreads Author) (Editor), Tashie Bhuiyan (Goodreads Author), Anahita Karthik (Goodreads Author) 3.64 avg rating — 316 ratings — published 2024 — 6 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Journey Through the Waterfall (Magic Gems #1) (1) 4.63 avg rating — 16 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Lost in the Crystal Caves (Magic Gems #2) (2) 4.85 avg rating — 13 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Race to the Floating Islands (Magic Gems #3) 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Rescue on the Mountain (Magic Gems #4) 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Journey Through the Waterfall by Payal Doshi (Goodreads Author), Unknown Author 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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Payal Doshi rated a book it was amazing The Secret to Belonging by Megan E. Freeman (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
What a powerful, beautiful, and at times heart-wrenching novel-in-verse. A Secret to Belonging is a coming-of-age story unlike any I’ve read in a long time. There is such raw emotion and quiet power in Megan E. Freeman’s poetry; each poem lands with ...more
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Payal Doshi rated a book it was amazing A Year Without Home by V.T. Bidania (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
A heartwrenching, tender, and powerful story of a family of refugees told with such rich detail and beautiful poems, I cannot recommend this novel-in-verse enough! A must read!
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This is such an endearing and important book! It carries a message for everyone — young and old — about learning to open ourselves to new adventures beyond our comfort zones. I love how shy and timid Oliver slowly steps out of his shell in Arlo's com ...more
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Payal Doshi rated a book it was amazing A Place to Pray by Doreen Klein Robinson (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
What a beautiful story of two different religious communities coming together during a time of tragic destruction. Such stories are needed more than ever. Based on a true story, this book tugs at your heartstrings and portrays human kindness at its b ...more
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Payal Doshi rated a book it was amazing Now That We Don't Talk by Sylvia Liu (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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Such an inspiring picture book! I loved learning about circus strongwoman Sandwina! The eye-catching, vintage-style illustrations make it feel like you’re right at the circus. There's so much to learn in this book! Highly recommend! ...more
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Payal Doshi rated a book it was amazing Purim Possibilities by Barbara Kimmel (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
This joyful story about the Jewish festival of Purim invites young readers to celebrate the creativity of playing dress-up in the most playful way. With engaging rhymes and colorful illustrations, the book captures the excitement of Purim while encou ...more
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Payal Doshi rated a book it was amazing Where Only Storms Grow by Alyssa Colman (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Where Only Storms Grow is a moving story of resilience and hope set in the Dust Bowl. Twins Joanna and Howe face hardship, heartache, and courage as they struggle to save their family and farm. As someone who didn’t grow up in the United States, read ...more
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“The mind is a mysterious place. In its vast and many corners are hidden pieces of knowledge. When we sleep, they float up in the form of dreams. They can be wild, have a mind of their own, and lead us to places. They can carry messages or warnings. If they recur, one must heed them.”
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“Stories are gateways that open your mind to think differently and question what people have stopped questioning.”
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“I am afraid that is a path you must discover on your own. I have faith in you, fearless one. You will find your way to a full awakening.”
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