About the Book: Mermaids in the Moonlight by Sharanya Manivannan is a beautifully illustrated picture book that introduces young readers to enchanting mermaid tales from around the world. Set against the backdrop of the Kallady lagoon in Mattakalappu, Sri Lanka, the story follows Nilavoli and her mother, Amma, as they embark on a nighttime boat ride, listening to the mysterious sounds emanating from the depths. Amma shares captivating folklore of mermaids, including Mélusine of Luxembourg, Julnar the sea-born from West Asia, Menana of the Ottawa Nation, and Suvarnamaccha, the mermaid princess from Indian mythology