Deeva Karnani Shah

Author, UK

Deeva Karnani Shah is on a mission to inspire young children to write and express their ideas through stories. She has published her first book “The Mysterious Island” which is a short adventure story in 2019 at the age of 8. The money raised by the sale of this book goes to the charity, Akshaya Patra Foundation UK. Deeva published her second children's book " Poco 'o' Lombo is Vesuvius " at the age of 10. Deeva was awarded “She Inspires” Award 2019 under the category of Special Mention - Bright Artist by Inspiring Indian Women on “International Women’s Day” at the House of Lords. She has also received the Pride of Brent “Inspirational Young Person” Award in 2019. The Trustees of Shree Jalaram Mandir, Greenford felicitated her with a shawl for being one of the youngest author. She was also recognised for her excellent work of writing and publishing children's books by the Mayor of the London Borough of Ealing.. Book is available to be borrowed from : The British Library The Brent Libraries The Ealing Libraries Book Readings conducted at : 1. The Bhavan 2. Sai School of Harrow 3. Aadishakti UK 4. Friends & Families of Avanti