The Boy With A Hundred Questions follows Shunya, a curious nine-year-old who spends hours under the shade of his peepul tree, asking big questions about life, faith, and the meaning of existence. Written for young readers who love adventure and thoughtful reflection, this imaginative coming-of-age tale invites kids ages 8–12 to explore big ideas with warmth, wonder, and a brave sense of curiosity.
The journey unfolds as Shunya is taken on a whirlwind path to meet his father’s eleven doppelgangers—each one a different voice, a different story, and a fresh lens on the world. This clever setup, in The Boy With A Hundred Questions, turns the search for meaning into a lively dialogue across perspectives, while the mystery of Shunya’s name, which translates to "zero," anchors the exploration of identity and belonging.
Written in a warm, accessible voice, the book blends lyrical storytelling with ideas to ponder. Readers will move through vivid scenes, gentle humor, and a pace that invites pauses for reflection. The story weaves wonder with insight, showing how questions about purpose, faith, and who we are can be explored with courage, empathy, and imagination.
- Journey through curiosity and self-discovery as Shunya encounters eleven doppelgangers
- Explores big questions about life, purpose, faith, and identity
- Imaginative storytelling that blends wonder with thoughtful reflection
- Engaging themes that invite kids to examine their own beliefs
- Accessible prose and vivid settings that welcome young readers
After turning the last page of The Boy With A Hundred Questions, readers come away with a renewed sense of wonder—confident to listen to their own questions, and inspired to explore the big ideas that shape who they are and how they see the world.
