Occasionally, we meet writers who inspire us. This month, we are happy to introduce Palos Verde’s Cornerstone Elementary School fifth grader Nikita Kapoor. Pack of the Lost: The Uninviting Forest is her debut fantasy novel for young readers. The sequel is coming soon; Nikita also recently published a poetry book, Gentle Shadows, Fierce Wings.
Pack of the Lost: The Uninviting Forest is a story of survival, strength, and betrayal which she started at age eight during the Covid lockdown. She crafted almost as soon as she could talk and is a member of the MENSA and her school’s Gifted and Talented program. Her interests vary widely; she loves chess, math, robotics, swimming, and basketball. She adores animals, nature, reading, and writing and wants to make the world a better place in which to live.
“I love wildlife, especially canines and I read extensively about wolves, how they behave, react, and live as a pack. My increasing love for wolves and my knowledge of these fascinating creatures encourages me to write about them,” she explains.
Her novel is about two lost wolves on a perilous journey to rebuild their pack. The tale takes readers through the forbidden woods. And when they discover a magical amulet that connects them with their wolf ancestors, a magical tale unfolds.
Nikita, with her family’s help, published her own books as the Founder and President of Paper Lily Press.
Such intense sensitivity and such expression in this so young author is amazing. Her imagination has depth.
Poetry comes naturally to her.
Both her books will be collectibles very soon.. And she will get better and better in her expression. Just read the language she expresses in.
Excellent is the word. Keep going little girl, proud of you.
Brilliant work, you have all the potential of being a great author.
Wish you all the success .
I’m keeping you book of poems with your grandmother’s artwork….keep writing 🎉