Jyoti Rajan Gopal

Jyoti Rajan Gopal is an award-winning picture book author, mom, and former kindergarten teacher. She grew up in Thailand, Indonesia, Myanmar, China, and India, and now lives in New York with her family. Her work often explores themes of identity, community, and belonging, drawing from her experiences as a third-culture kid. She has published numerous children's books, including "American Desi," "My Paati's Saris," and "Love Is Here with You."