KARACHI: Saniya Chughtai, a UAE-based international children's author, has just released her latest book.

The first book in her new series: "The Rise of the Energy Warriors" was introduced at the Karachi Literature Festival (KLF).   In an interview, Saniya shared that her new book beautifully portrays the stunning landscapes of Pakistan's northern areas and captures the essence of the country's culture. The story combines the charm of traditional tales-like those told by grandmothers-with modern themes, creating a unique and engaging read.  

Our kids love stories like 'Harry Potter', Percy Jackson' & 'Keepers of the lost City'. Saniya said, but I felt there was a need for stories that start in Pakistan and have the potential to captivate readers worldwide. The book follows the adventures of "Marni Khan" a 12-year-old girl who finds a letter from her mother in an old chest. This discovery sets her off on an incredible journey through places like Hunza, Chitral, Saif-ul-Malook, and the Hindu Kush. Along the way, she faces challenges and gains a special ability to sense people's heartbeats, helping her determine if they are good or bad.  Her book will surely be  center of attention among childensand students. In our society it is the need of the hour to encourage bokk learning across all domains.