Naia is no ordinary girl—she’s a snake-lover, notetaker, and protector of gentle giants! Her Didda is a herpetologist who studies reptiles, and together they care for Chaya, an Indian rock python with a curious heart and a BIG belly. From slithering across fields to surprising villagers, Chaya’s adventures bring both fun and fright to Naia’s small Goan village near the Western Ghats. With her trusty journal in hand, Naia records every observation, memory, and mystery about her scaly friend. Step into Naia’s world and discover the beauty, wonder, and wildness of snakes through the eyes of a young nature explorer! About the Author: Nirmal Kulkarni is a snakeman, conservation scientist and storyteller. He has been walking through jungles for the past three decades with a camera and a snake hook to document and showcase India’s natural wonders. He has discovered five new species of amphibians in the Western Ghats and is the recipient of multiple prestigious awards for his work in conservation science and education. About the Illustrator: Manvi Gupta is an illustrator and graphic designer with a degree in fashion communication from the National Institute of Fashion Technology, Delhi. She loves finding beauty everywhere and likes that art provides her with an opportunity to share her silliest thoughts.