Join Tara as she navigates growing up in America while embracing her two worlds: Indian Bharatnatyam dance and Western dance. Through her journey of self-discovery, she learns the power of staying true to her passions and authentic self. This book shows young readers how perseverance and embracing who they really are can help them shine and grow into the strongest version of themselves.

FOR I AM ME AND I AM STRONG, written by sixteen-year-old Tara Srinivasan, is a heartfelt story for kids aged seven to twelve.

Tara is a rising high school junior and social entrepreneur who channels her diverse passions toward meaningful impact. She has been a dedicated dancer for over a decade with formal training in both Indian classical and Western dance forms. At fourteen, she completed her Arangetram, a rigorous solo Bharatanatyam dance performance lasting around three hours under the guidance of her guru, Vidhya Mani. She lives in Austin, Texas, with her family and labradoodle, Lotus.