About Me

Hello!

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My name is Reshu Lakra and I am an Indian children's book illustrator and storyteller. I work traditionally exploring full- of life characters. As much as I love fun and silly stories, I love to capture emotions and heart in my work. When not drawing, you could find me browsing art supply stores, trying new recipes, crocheting, going out around the city for inspiration and scribbling in my sketchbook while sipping chai.

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I am open to picture books, chapter books, board books and book covers.

 

For queries, kindly reach out to me via my email at dibba.rangeen@gmail.com 

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I am currently also seeking representation for my Children's Book Illustration work.

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Published Books

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Crocodile Christmas , written by J.D. Forester, illustrated by Reshu Lakra, published by Penguin Random House; published on 21 October, 2025​​

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Praise “Cheerful, expressive illustrations add warmth and wonder, perfectly capturing the magic of the season for tiny hands and bright eyes. Freshen up holiday board book collections with this joyful read aloud that encourages families to read, sing, talk, write, and play together—the best kind of holiday magic.”—School Library Journal

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Honors| Scholarships

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'Cucu and The Huge Birthday Gift' (my first picture book dummy as an author-illustrator) Longlisted for The Unpublished Picturebook Showcase 7 by dPICTUS, 2026

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We Need Diverse Books Illustration Mentee, 2026

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Honorable Mention, 2025 PB Rising Stars for my first picture book dummy.

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