Sambasivan & Parikh is the coming together of publishers Ambika Sambasivan and Suhani Parikh. As passionate advocates of truly inclusive children’s literature, they believe storytelling will foster a more equitable and just future for all.
Meet the Publishers.
Ambika Sambasivan
Ambika discovered her love for crafting books as an illustrator and launched Yali Books with her mother, Kala Sambasivan in 2014. Ambika is passionate about shaping stories that reflect and validate the experiences of children of color, particularly those of South Asian descent, through relatable and inspiring stories.
Suhani Parikh
Suhani is a second-generation, Indian-American mom of three, and entrepreneur based in Upstate NY. Her experience growing up with alopecia areata led her to write her debut book "Shreya's Very Own Style" and launch her publishing company, Modern Marigold Books in 2019.