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The Navadurga Series

Nine forms of the Goddess, retold as vibrant storybooks for kids Ages 4–10. The first 6 — Shailputri, Brahmacharini, Chandraghanta, Kushmanda, Skandamata and Katyayani — are out now.

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Meet the first 6 goddesses

Every book opens a door into the ancient scriptures — add one, or take a set of three for ₹500.

Shailputri — The Daughter of the Mountain book cover
Book 1

Shailputri

High in the snowy peaks of the Himalayas, King Himavan and Queen Menavati have waited twenty-seven years for a miracle. When a radiant baby girl is finally born, the kingdom rejoices — but they do not yet know her greatest secret.

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Brahmacharini — The Seeker of Sacred Wisdom book cover
Book 2

Brahmacharini

Forsaking the golden comforts of her father's palace, Princess Parvati steps into the treacherous wild. Driven by an unyielding desire to reach the reclusive Lord Shiva, she begins a relentless Tapasya that will push the limits of her mortal body.

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Chandraghanta — The Fierce Protector book cover
Book 3

Chandraghanta

When the fierce demon Jatakasura threatens to shatter the world's peace, hope arrives on the back of a golden-maned lion. Crowned with a glowing crescent moon, Goddess Chandraghanta sounds her divine bell ready to scatter the darkness and defend the heavens.

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Kushmanda — The Creator of the Universe book cover
Book 4

Kushmanda

When the mighty Sun falls unconscious, the universe is plunged into cold, endless darkness. With chaos spreading across the cosmos, Goddess Parvati steps forward, conjuring a blazing sphere of golden light—revealing a radiant form powerful enough to bring warmth back to the world.

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Skandamata — The Mother of Lord Skanda book cover
Book 5

Skandamata

While the universe desperately cries out for a savior and the gods await their commander, the infant war-god Kartikeya must first be nurtured by the Supreme Mother. Cradling the fate of the cosmos in her lap, she seamlessly blends infinite maternal tenderness with unyielding power.

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Katyayani — The Warrior Goddess book cover
Book 6

Katyayani

Forged from the collective fury of the gods and armed with the greatest weapons of the cosmos, a radiant champion rides into the fray upon a majestic lion. The arrogant Mahishasura believes himself invincible, but he has never faced the universe-shattering wrath of a Mother.

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Why Rishi Katha reads (and looks) different

Most children's books retell a myth and stop there. We rebuild each story for young readers — adapted from the scriptures themselves, with an original painting on every page-open.

Timeless Wisdom, Retold for Young Minds

Adapted from the same scriptures recited during Navratri — courage, patience and devotion, taught the way they always have been: through story.

Illustrations Worth Framing

A complete original painting on every page-open — rich, classical Indian art that keeps little eyes glued. No clip art, no filler.

Made for Ages 4–10

Short read-aloud sentences and big, friendly type: read aloud from 4, independent from 6–8. Built for bedtime, Navratri, and family reading time.

See the art for yourself

Real interior spreads — every page-open is a painting.

Sample spread from the Shailputri storybook for kids: Queen Menavati prays to the Divine Mother by the river Ganga, asking for a daughter
From the book: Queen Menavati's tapasya by the sacred Ganga — she prays to the Divine Mother, ‘Bless me with a daughter.’ More from Shailputri →
Sample spread from the Brahmacharini storybook for kids: sages tell Parvati of Mahadev, the great Yogi meditating in the Himalayas beside his trident and Nandi the bull
From the book: ‘To know Shiva is to walk the path of wisdom, devotion, and inner peace,’ the sages say — and Parvati longs to meet the great Yogi. More from Brahmacharini →
Sample spread from the Chandraghanta storybook for kids: Shiva and Parvati make their vows around the sacred fire at their divine wedding, and set off together for Kailash
From the book: Around the sacred fire, Shiva and Parvati make their vows before all the gods — the grand union the three worlds awaited. More from Chandraghanta →
Sample spread from the Kushmanda storybook for kids: grief-stricken Sage Kashyapa points his finger and shouts a curse in the golden gardens of Suryalok, home of the Sun God
From the book: When Surya the Sun God falls into a deep sleep, his father Sage Kashyapa rushes to Suryalok — and in his grief shouts a curse that leaves the whole universe pin-drop silent. More from Kushmanda →
Sample spread from the Skandamata storybook for kids: Agni, the god of fire, wreathed in flames, hands a glowing divine spark to Mother Ganga standing in the river
From the book: The spark born of Shiva and Parvati's yogic energy is too hot for any realm — so Agni, the god of fire, passes it to Mother Ganga, who carries it to the reed-lake of Saravana. More from Skandamata →
Sample spread from the Katyayani storybook for kids: the horned demon king Mahishasura laughs from the balcony of his smoky palace as Goddess Katyayani arrives on her lion
From the book: ‘Did the devas send a woman to face my mighty army?’ laughs Mahishasura — and Katyayani answers, ‘A mother will always rise to protect the innocent.’ More from Katyayani →

Why parents choose Rishi Katha

Calm, beautiful stories you can read together — no screens needed.

Made for read-aloud

Short sentences and big, friendly type for ages 4–10 — bedtime, Navratri evenings or a quiet weekend.

See inside before you buy

Every book page shows real interior spreads, so you know exactly the art and reading level you're getting.

A takeaway kids remember

Each story ends on one gentle idea — quiet strength, determination, courage with kindness.

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What if a book arrives damaged?

Email us a photo within 7 days of delivery and we send a free replacement or refund the full amount. Because we don't take change-of-mind returns, every book page shows real pages from inside the book so you can see exactly what you're buying.

What ages are the books for?

Ages 4–10. Short read-aloud sentences and big, friendly type — read aloud together from age 4, independently from about 6–8.

Which should we start with?

Book 1, Shailputri, is a gentle start — the series follows the Goddess's journey in order. The books come in sets of three (Books 1–3 or Books 4–6, ₹500 a set), or all 6 for ₹1000, which is the easiest way to read one goddess a night through Navratri.

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More goddesses on the way

Books 7–9 arrive one by one — join 74K+ people following @therishikatha to know when the next one lands.

  • 7Kalaratri
  • 8Mahagauri
  • 9Siddhidatri
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Book 1 · Shailputri

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