Season 4 | Episode 6 | Gita Ralleigh
"Masterful, a wonderfully original fantasy adventure that feels like a timeless classic." -Anthony McGowan, author of Lark, on Gita Ralleigh's The Destiny of Minou Moonshine.
Welcome back to another episode of Legit KidLit!
We are very happy to welcome a middle grade author who is also a poet and doctor! The Destiny of Minou Moonshine is her debut children’s book.
Watch today’s episode for…
Gita reading her favorite part of her book
What 3 things she would take on a journey for her destiny
Gita drawing the cover of her book WITH HER EYES CLOSED!
And more about her book, writing life, and secrets.
Watch the Episode
Meet Gita Raleigh
Born to Indian immigrant parents in London
Writes short stories, poetry, and children’s fiction
Wasafiri New Writing prize in 2013
London Library Emerging Writer for 2022-2023
Visit Gita’s website to learn more about her and her books.
Order The Destiny of Minou Moonshine
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