What are your mom’s favourite memories from her childhood? Who were her best friends?
One story my mom often told was when she and her classmates got in trouble at school. They were asked to stand outside for causing mischief. I don’t remember all the details, but I can still see the glee in her eyes as she recalled it.
Hearing stories of our parents’ childhood naughtiness always fascinates us. That’s part of the reason we started Talered in November 2020—to capture and preserve these stories.
Bringing Life Stories to Pages
Since then, we’ve helped many people create books to tell their mothers’ life stories. Our first book, a part-fiction titled “Yaara’s Unexpected Adventures: On the Roof with Ammama and Thatha,” is a perfect example. Set on the rooftop of a Chennai building, it revolves around Yaara’s grandmother and her beloved garden. The spinach, bougainvillea, and the visiting birds became the heart of the story. While it was made for Yaara, it also immortalized Ammama’s garden.
A Journey from Burma to India: Shanta Batra’s Story
Last year, we worked on a book for Shanta Batra, born in Burma. Her story is one of adventure and history, from her walk from Burma to India in 1942 to settling in post-Partition Delhi. Commissioned by her daughter Poonam for Shanta’s 100th birthday, the book shares tales of Shanta’s hard work, her love for learning, and her strict but kind nature. The book became a treasured gift, capturing not just a life, but a legacy.
We conducted secret interviews with Shanta, pretending to be working on a project! Her children shared memories of their mother’s dedication to education, her love of reading even at 100, and the delicious meals she used to cook. It felt very special to create this book.
Generations of Love: Dadi’s Festivals
Another book, “A Calendar of Joy: Sara and Naavya Celebrate Festivals of India With Dadi,” tells stories of three generations. It was a gift from Shweta Srivastava to her nieces, but in a way, also a gift to her mom. The book not only holds folk tales about India but also stories from Dadi’s childhood, bridging generations with love and tradition. It’s a keepsake for the granddaughters, filled with memories and values passed down from their grandmother.
A Gift That Lasts Forever
Over the years, we’ve created many books as gifts for birthdays and anniversaries. If you’re searching for the perfect gift for your mother, let us help. While it won’t arrive in 10 minutes, the joy it brings will last a lifetime.
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