Anay Shah, a Grade 5 student from Billabong High International School, Vadodara, has clinched the ‘Nationally Published Young Author Certificate’ for his book “Galactic Allies” at the National Young Author’s Fair 2024 organised by BriBooks. Additionally, Anay has been honoured with the ‘Platinum Star Young Author Certificate’ and the ‘Global Best-Seller Young Author Certificate’ for the same book, highlighting his remarkable literary talent and creativity.

The National Young Author’s Fair, hosted by BriBooks on March 31st at Gurugram (Haryana), provided a platform for young authors across the country to showcase their literary works and celebrate their achievements. Anay’s book “Galactic Allies” stood out at 92nd rank out of more than 200,000 entries, earning him recognition at both national and global levels.

Priti Shrimal, Principal of Billabong High International School Vadodara, said, “We are immensely proud of Anay’s remarkable accomplishment. His dedication, creativity, and passion for writing serve as an inspiration to us all. Our school values emphasise the importance of creativity, perseverance, and self-expression, and Anay’s achievement truly embodies these principles. We are honoured to have played a part in his journey as a budding author and are confident that he will continue to inspire others with his talent and dedication,” adding, “The book has captivated readers with its imaginative storyline and engaging narrative, earning Anay widespread acclaim and recognition in the literary world.”

Anay expressed his gratitude, stating, “I am truly grateful to Billabong High International School Vadodara for providing me with the platform and support to pursue my passion for writing. The guidance and encouragement from my teachers and the school community have played a significant role in my journey as an author. I am honoured to receive these prestigious awards and look forward to continuing my literary endeavours.”