A 21st century retelling of a 2500-year-old story: Artist and veteran Pixar animator Sanjay Patel lends a lush, whimsical illustration style and lighthearted voice to one of Hindu mythology's best-loved and most enduring tales.

Teeming with powerful deities, love-struck monsters, flying monkey gods, magic weapons, demon armies, and divine love, Ramayana: Divine Loophole tells the story of Rama, a god-turned-prince, and his quest to rescue his wife Sita after she is kidnapped by a demon king.

From princesses in peril to gripping battles, scheming royals, and hordes of bloodthirsty demons, this incredible retelling of the classic Ramayana for kids is the ultimate adventure story presented with an unforgettably modern touch.

Fans of Sanjay Patel's books, including The Little Book of Hindu Deities and Ganesha's Sweet Tooth, will be entranced by this ancient story brought to life with more than 100 dazzlingly colorful illustrations. Readers of all ages who love Hindu as well as Celtic, Roman, Chinese, and Greek mythology, and mythological creatures, will enjoy this timeless tale and its essential themes of duty, honor, and loyalty.

RAMAYANA ILLUSTRATED FOR A NEW GENERATION: Even readers familiar with this ancient tale will find delight and new understanding in these pages. This keepsake volume includes more than 100 colorful full-spread illustrations, a detailed pictorial glossary of the cast of characters who make up the epic tale, and sketches of the work in progress.

GREAT FAMILY READ-ALONG: A hit with parents eager for enthralling books to share with the whole family, Ramayana: Divine Loophole's incredible illustrations and simple story for kids make this perfect bedtime reading for children aged five and above . . . [A] fun, technicolor way to introduce Hindu mythology to your children. (theswaddle.com)

PIXAR ARTIST AUTHOR: Sanjay Patel is a wildly talented artist whose work as an animator and storyboard artist for Pixar Animation Studios includes Monsters, Inc., A Bug's Life, Toy Story 2 and Toy Story 3, Ratatouille, and The Incredibles. His short film Sanjay's Super Team was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film.

Perfect for:

• Readers who love Hindu goddesses, Indian mythology, and ancient adventure tales
• Educational material for classroom or homeschool curriculum
• Gift giving for Diwali, birthday, graduation, or any special occasion
• Fans of Pixar movies, Classic Tales from India, The Illustrated Mahabharata, and D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths

The Little Book of Hindu Deities is chock-full of monsters, demons, noble warriors, and divine divas. Find out why Ganesha has an elephant's head (his father cut his off ); why Kali, the goddess of time, is known as the Black One (she's a bit goth); and what Hare Krishna really means.

Throw another ingredient in the American spirituality blender. Pop culture is veering into Hinduism.--USA Today

Ganesha is just like any other kid, except he has the head of an elephant and rides around on a magical mouse. And he loves sweets, especially the traditional dessert laddoo. But when Ganesha insists on biting into a super jumbo jawbreaker laddoo, his tusk breaks off! Ganesha is terribly upset, but with the help of the wise poet Vyasa, he learns that what seems broken can actually be quite useful after all. With vibrant, graphic illustrations, expressive characters, and off-beat humor, this is a wonderfully inventive twist on a classic tale.

Perfect for:

- Parents who want to expose their children to other cultures
- Families that practice Hinduism
- Educators looking for fresh takes on religious folktales and multicultural stories

From the creator of the Oscar-nominated Pixar short Sanjay's Super Team and the animated series Ghee Happy!

In Sanjay Patel's world, the bold, bright colors of India leap off the page and screen. Ganesha's Sweet Tooth introduced a fresh and funny picture book retelling of how Ganesha came to help write the epic poem of Hindu literature, the Mahabharata. Now Ganesha is back in a delightful new adventure!

When his brother Kartikeya challenges him to a race around the world, Ganesha knows he cannot win with speed. He may not be as fast as Kartikeya, but clever Ganesha knows that every problem has more than one solution! A celebration of the dynamic bond between siblings and a loving tribute to family, Ganesha's Great Race is the story of their most famous contest and will delight readers with a tale of muscles, mangoes, and the meaning of the world.

DIVERSE CHILDRENS BOOKS: Featuring lovable characters and a light narrative, this book provides a fresh and accessible way for families who practice Hinduism to see themselves and celebrate, and for other children to learn about religions and cultures that are different from their own.

NOTABLE CREATOR: Sanjay Patel produced a short based on his life, Sanjay's Super Team, with Pixar, as well as Ghee Happy, a series featuring the Hindu gods as toddlers. His brand, Ghee Happy, has reached an eager audience with two books, museum exhibitions, and merchandise. He is also the author of the popular picture book Ramayana, a twenty-first-century retelling of a classic 2500-year-old story.

VIBRANT & GIFTABLE: With dynamic illustrations, this story of family has a heartwarming message that makes a perfect gift for Mother's Day, Father's Day, or anytime you want to show appreciation for your family!

CULTURAL PICTURE BOOKS: As educators focus on ways to incorporate religious literacy into their teaching, Patel's vibrant books offer an outstanding resource for introducing conversations about different cultures and faiths into the classroom through fun and relatable narratives.

Perfect for:

• Parents, grandparents, teachers, and librarians
• Readers who love Hindu gods and goddesses, Indian mythology, and adventure tales
• Educational material for classroom or homeschool curriculum
• Anyone looking for children's literature featuring Indian mythology
• Gift giving for Diwali, birthday, Mother's Day, Father's Day, or any special occasion
• Fans of Ganesha's Sweet Tooth and Pixar's Sanjay's Super Team

In the world of Sanjay Patel, creator of the Oscar-nominated Pixar short Sanjay's Super Team, the bold, bright colors of India leap off the page and screen. In his new children's book, drawn from Indian mythology, you'll meet the many faces (and arms) of the mighty Hindu goddesses!

With dynamic illustrations and colorful tabs for each goddess, this eye-catching board book introduces the youngest readers to Hindu goddesses Durga, Saraswati, Lakshmi, Ganga, Parvati, and Kali. Get them together, and anything is possible.

INSPIRED BY ANIMATED SHOW: The same deities in this book are featured in Sanjay Patel's Ghee Happy series, which stars the Hindu gods and goddesses as tiny toddlers in preschool!

NOTABLE CREATOR: Patel produced a short based on his life, Sanjay's Super Team, with Pixar, and the Ghee Happy series. His brand, Ghee Happy, has reached an eager audience with books, museum exhibitions, and merchandise. He is also the author of the popular picture book Ramayana, a twenty-first century retelling of a classic 2500-year-old story.

VIBRANT & GIFTABLE: Ghee Happy Goddesses and companion volume Ghee Happy Gods are perfect for baby showers and first birthdays, as families welcome their own little goddesses and gods to the world and introduce them to the Hindu deities.

DIVERSE CHILDRENS BOOKS: Featuring lovable characters and a light narrative, this book provides a fresh and accessible way for families who practice Hinduism to see themselves and celebrate. It's also a wonderful resource for Hindu parents, caregivers, and educators to introduce young readers to their own religious beliefs and promote religious literacy for all.

PERFECT FOR LITTLE HANDS: With sturdy tabs, rounded corners, and simple profiles, this book provides a fun approach to learning and identifying each Hindu deity.

Perfect for:

• Parents and grandparents looking for entertaining board books for toddlers
• Readers who love Hindu goddess mythology and adventure tales
• Educational material for classroom or homeschool curriculum
• Anyone looking for children's literature featuring Indian mythology
• Gift giving for Diwali, baby shower, birthday, or any special occasion
• Fans of Ganesha's Sweet Tooth and Pixar's Sanjay's Super Team

In the world of Sanjay Patel, creator of the Oscar-nominated Pixar short Sanjay's Super Team, the bold, bright colors of India leap off the page and screen. In his new children's book, drawn from Indian mythology, you'll meet the many faces (and arms) of the mighty Hindu gods!

With dynamic illustrations and colorful tabs for each god, this eye-catching board book introduces the youngest readers to Hindu gods Ganesha, Shiva, Brahma, Vishnu, Rama, and Krishna. Get them together, and anything is possible.

INSPIRED BY THE ANIMATED SERIES: The same deities in this book are featured in Sanjay Patel's Ghee Happy show, which stars the Hindu gods and goddesses as tiny toddlers in preschool!

NOTABLE CREATOR: Patel produced a short based on his life, Sanjay's Super Team, with Pixar, and the Ghee Happy series. His brand, Ghee Happy, has reached an eager audience with books, museum exhibitions, and merchandise. He is also the author of the popular picture book Ramayana, a twenty-first century retelling of a classic 2500-year-old story.

VIBRANT & GIFTABLE: Ghee Happy Gods and companion volume Ghee Happy Goddesses are perfect for baby showers and first birthdays, as families welcome their own little gods and goddesses to the world and introduce them to the Hindu deities.

DIVERSE CHILDRENS BOOKS: Featuring lovable characters and a light narrative, this book provides a fresh and accessible way for families who practice Hinduism to see themselves and celebrate. It's also a wonderful resource for Hindu parents, caregivers, and educators to introduce young readers to their own religious beliefs and promote religious literacy for all.

PERFECT FOR LITTLE HANDS: With sturdy tabs, rounded corners, and simple profiles, this book provides a fun approach to learning and identifying each Hindu deity.

Perfect for:

• Parents and grandparents looking for entertaining board books for toddlers
• Readers who love Hindu mythology and adventure tales
• Educational material for classroom or homeschool curriculum
• Anyone looking for children's literature featuring Indian mythology
• Gift giving for Diwali, baby shower, birthday, or any special occasion
• Fans of Ganesha's Sweet Tooth and Pixar's Sanjay's Super Team

The Hindu Deities Poster Book features a dozen iconic Hindu deities come to life with Pixar animator and director Sanjay Patel's cute-meets-modern graphic style in this deluxe portfolio of twelve removable prints. The set includes many of the most captivating moments and characters from Hindu mythology--from Ganesha and his mouse to Sita and the magic deer, Krishna playing his flute, and Lakshmi holding her elegant lotus--all drawn with unforgettably original color and design. Each double-sided print features a concept sketch and a brief history of the deity on the reverse side. And the inside of the set's sturdy envelope enclosure is teeming with still more divinely colorful artwork.

Think Charlie Harper doing storyboards for a mythological Mira Nair film . . .--DWELL MAGAZINE

BEAUTIFUL CONTEMPORARY ART: Sanjay Patel brings the energy and vivid colors of his animation-inspired art to every image.

FRESH TAKE ON CLASSIC FAVORITES: These bold illustrations bring a fresh eye to beloved figures in Hindu mythology, including Ganesha, Kali, Shiva, Durga, Hanuman, Lakshmi, Buddha, Sarasvati, Vishnu, Nataraja, Krishna, and Sita.

PERFECT SIZE FOR DISPLAY OR READING: At 9 x 12 inches, these posters are easy to display--just pull out a print by tugging it away from the left edge of the binding--or to keep in the book and flip through for a playful and educational reading experience.

Perfect for:

• Anyone interested in a beautiful graphic presentation of famous moments and characters of Hindu mythology
• Teachers, parents, and family members of young people learning mythology

Have you or someone you know ever experienced a layoff? Do you remember how you felt when you first learned of the layoff? Does anger, emptiness, sadness, or fear ring a bell? While a layoff is never a positive outcome of your work efforts, there is hope in the aftermath of a layoff. And, that hope lies within you and those around you. This book presents practical concepts and ideas you can apply today to make a successful transition in the aftermath of a layoff. My inspiration for this book is to get you started on the path to pursuing the next chapter of your work life journey - one filled with clear thought, renewed passion, more joy and greater success. This book presents a glimpse into the chaotic business world as seen through the eyes of characters who, like you, are ordinary people trying to deal with real work life challenges. This book shares practical concepts and ideas designed to help bring deeper meaning to the pursuit of finding the next job in the aftermath of a layoff. In addition, there are numerous personal challenges throughout the book to help you apply the practical concepts discussed. These probing questions and activities are designed to kick-start your thought process. Your commitment to complete the personal challenges will enhance your ability to overcome the layoff and make a transition into a new opportunity in the work life journey. There are no guarantees in life. Therefore, we must learn from the past, embrace the present and prepare for the future. I encourage you to take a journey through the minds of the characters portrayed and the concepts discussed. They represent the spirit of making a meaningful transition From Layoff to Take-off - rising to the challenge to continue the work life journey.

Discover the dark underbelly of the drug industry in Pharma Greed: The Dark Side of the Drug Industry by Sanjay Patel.

This eye-opening book delves into the profit-driven nature of pharmaceutical companies, the exorbitant costs of research and development, pricing strategies and disparities, the role of patents, marketing practices, and the financial influence on healthcare systems.

With a focus on ethics and corporate social responsibility, Patel provides an in-depth analysis of government regulations and policy interventions, as well as the emerging trends and future of the industry.

With compelling insights and a call to action, this book sheds light on the need for systemic changes and a more ethical and affordable drug industry.

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Exposes the profit-driven nature and ethical dilemmas of the pharmaceutical industry while providing insights into the exorbitant costs of research and development, pricing strategies, global disparities, government regulations, and the future of the industry.