Suitcases, Sandcastles, and Little Anvik by Dr. Aparna Ajith is a heartfelt travelogue that blends the joys of motherhood with the wonder of exploration. Journeying with her Navy husband and their little son Anvik, the author captures moments across India’s diverse landscapes—from the misty hills of Kodaikanal and the sunlit shores of the Andamans to the vibrant cities of Kolkata, Hyderabad, and Goa. More than a record of destinations, the book is a lyrical memoir of first flights, family road trips, pilgrimages, and the quiet in-between moments that turn into lasting memories. Written with honesty, tenderness, and poetic clarity, this evocative narrative celebrates love, resilience, and togetherness, reminding readers that the true essence of travel lies not just in places visited, but in the bonds we carry along the way.

About the Author

Dr. Aparna Ajith was born in Kollam, India, to C.S. Ajith and Y. Ajitha. She holds a Master’s degree in English Literature from the University of Hyderabad and a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism from the Trivandrum Press Club. She later earned her Ph.D. in English Literature from the Central University of Rajasthan. In addition, she holds twin Master’s degrees in Hindi and Sociology. Currently, she serves as an Assistant Professor of English at Sree Narayana College for Women, Kollam, affiliated with the University of Kerala. A passionate writer and translator, she contributes to the Information and Public Relations Department, Government of Kerala, as a freelance journalist. Dr. Ajith is the author of three poetry anthologies: Musings of Venus, Little Anvik in the Tides of Time, and Little Anvik in the Realm of Rhymes. Her literary work has been recognized with the Panorama Global Youth Literary Award (2020) and the Kerala State Chalachitra Academy Research Grant (2020). She previously served as an ad hoc Civilian Teaching Faculty of English at the prestigious Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala. She is married to M.N. Sujeeth, who serves the Indian Navy, and they are proud parents to their energetic young boy, Anvik Sujeeth. Much of Dr. Ajith’s creative world draws inspiration from the everyday adventures of little Anvik (affectionately called Kunjapp) and the shared journeys with her husband. She can be reached at aparnasjeeth@gmail.com.