Vandana grew up in India listening to folktales told by her grandmother. Indian culture, Hindi language and the art of mehndi, makes her work unique. Her goal is to inspire children to experience and understand new things and embrace their own culture and traditions. Vandana tutors young kids and teaches Yoga and Hindi at Balvihar in Atlanta. She is an active member of the Atlanta Writers Club, 12x12, and SCBWI.