Dimple and Rishi are destined to marry—their parents arranged it years ago. And when both teens decide they want to attend the same residential summer program, their parents think there's no harm in letting them get to know each other. Rishi can't wait to meet—and woo—his future wife over the summer. But, unbeknownst to Rishi, Dimple's parents haven't told her anything. Can you saw awkward? When they meet, sparks fly—and not the good kind. At least not at first. This is bubble-gum feel-good Bollywood YA, tons of fun and surprisingly insightful. Publication date: May 30.

From the author When Dimple Met Rishi, a new YA novel about friends, young love, and filmmaking. Sixteen-year-old Twinkle wants to fight the patriarchy through her art. She dreams of becoming a successful filmmaker one day, and much of the story is told through her diary-style letters to famous filmmakers. But for now, she’s dealing with typical teenage problems: her BFF’s newfound popularity has put their relationship seriously on the rocks, the boy she’s crushing on doesn’t know she exists, and her cute co-creator of a movie for the Midsummer Arts Festival has her feeling confused about everything. Sweet and relatable, with characters you can root for. Publisher recommends for ages 12+.