Come read the new Hook Book 'Gawa's Bag of good Regards' with Canato and join him in making some origami butterflies and birds.

About Canato Jim Canato Jimo is a picture-book maker from Nagaland, currently working as an Art Director in Bangalore. He moonlights as a musician, loves to guzzle tea and pop bubble wrap, and is a recovering stationery addict. Read More..

Guess what Jasbir gets when he says "I WANT A PET'? Take part in TRING, TRUNG, TRANG! Make silly sounds and have fun with author Arundhati Venkatesh!  Bonus: a treasure hunt with clues from the book, I WANT A PET.

About Arundhati Venkatesh Arundhati Venkatesh writes terrifically funny books about terribly serious things like monsters, democracy, maths and science. She is the author of the bestselling Bookasura and the Petu Pumpkin series for ages 6 to 9, Junior Kumbhakarna and&nbs Read More..

Have you heard of the Sweet Shop Wars? Or asked too many questions like Cyrus the Whyrus? What if I Want A Pet is the book for you? Get Hooked at Hook book day brought to you by Atta Galatta! Hear from authors and illustrators who helped created your favourite Hook books, participate in fun activities and most importantly- stick your nose in a new book! This special event brings together authors, storytellers, illustrators and other artists coupled with fun finger-food and snacks, for a day of readings, interactive discussions and roundtables! So join us at Atta Galatta on 16th Novembe Read More..

Are you a Whyrus? Or maybe a Howrus? And have you done your Homework? Enter the Why-niverse with Lavanya Karthik in a fun filled session based on her books 'Cyrus the Whyrus' and 'Homework'. There will be quizzes, stories, some Why-ld ideas and a chance to compete in the Whylympic Games! About Lavanya Karthik Lavanya Karthik is the award-winning author and illustrator of over 35 books for children of all ages. Her books have been translated into many languages and travelled the world. Lavanya stays in Mumbai where she writes, draws, eats a lot of chocolate and takes a lot Read More..

Discover the heartwarming and insightful world of Citizen by Descent with author Kritika Arya. Citizen by Descent is a captivating collection of autobiographical essays exploring themes of home, mental health, identity, and the unique experiences of a third-culture kid. Born in Dubai, educated in the UK, and now living in India, the book chronicles a life in constant motion, searching for roots amidst the journeys. Each essay is brought to life by stunning illustrations from a diverse group of international artists. Through introspective essays set in different homes, the book offers a r Read More..

Bangalore Storytelling Society (BSS), estd. in 2013, is a not-for-profit collective of Professional Storytellers in Bangalore, who work towards reviving, nurturing and promoting the art of Oral Storytelling in the community and in the contemporary context. Bengaluru Storytelling Festival (BeSt Festival) is a yearly event that was started by team BSS in the year 2018, with the aim of giving a wholesome story experience for the storylovers of Bengaluru. This year is the 6th edition of the BeSt fest and we proudly present to you the following events at Atta Galatta: Story Mania Tap Read More..

Are we part of our land or is our land part of us? Join Bangalore Storytelling Society for a Tapestry of Tales. This is an evening of oral stories of Professions and Heritage woven together; exploring the rich tapestry of culture, history, and nature. Celebrating Karnataka’s diversity and heritage in crafts, cuisines, conservation and culture, BSS brings to you a Tapestry of Tales. To weave this beautiful tapestry, we have Vrunda Sekhar, who will give a peek into the world of Ilkal weaves, Monika Manchanda, who will bring in the aroma of food stories in Bangalore, Krithi Karanth, Read More..

In celebration of Dyslexia Awareness Month this October, Giftolexia Solutions in collaboration with Atta Galatta is organizing a special event at Atta Galatta – The Bookstore, Bangalore, on 5th October. This initiative aims to raise awareness about dyslexia, focusing on the strengths of individuals with learning challenges and the importance of acceptance and support. 10 to 15% of people worldwide have some form of learning challenge. This program will shed light on how we can embrace their unique abilities and provide the necessary tools for success. Join us for an inspiring sessi Read More..

The author of hilarious books like Petu Pumpkin Tiffin Thief, Bookasura, Ramanujan: From Zero to Infinity and I Want a Pet, Arundhati Venkatesh will share what inspires her own writing and take you through the process of creating humorous books on deadly serious subjects.  How to: Work on a topic of your choice and draw from your own life and surroundings.  Come up with character traits, silly situations, witty dialogue and catchy titles. Keep the reader laughing and guessing at the same time.  Psst... The author will reveal never-before-disclosed tips and tric Read More..

Getting lost in a tribal village at night in Birbhum. Leading to the discovery of the true meaning of Tribal life. Watching the "Dhimsa" at a remote tribal village in Orissa. Understanding it to be the tribal way of renewal and healthy procreation.  Discovering Katyayani, an urban girl growing up among the tribals. A parents' decision to rear a child among the tribals. With the tribals at a camp on the fringes of the Eastern Ghats. The tribals adapting to other means of livelihood yet keeping their tradition intact. The Bonda Tribes. Exclusive tribal communities Read More..