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THE
CANDOUR
FAMILY LIBRARY

Every family has storytellers—those who remember,

those who paint, collect and those who write

so we never forget.

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This is our little family library put together for you.

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WRITER PROFILES

MEET THE FAMILY

Meet the family whose words breathe life into this little library,

each one adding their own voice, lived experience and creativity to the mix.

Wilson R. Laitflang

WILSON R. LAITFLANG

(Paieid)

Iadalang Pyngrope

IADALANG PYNGROPE

(Mei)

BOOKS & ILLUSTRATION COMMISSIONS

We’ve collaborated with fellow storytellers to bring their words to life—through original imagery and themes that depict life in the North-East of India, kitchens, cats and all.

The HEART of Our HOME:

TFFP Fellowship

The book is part of The Forgotten Folklore Project (TFFP) - Fellowship edition, which focuses on showcasing the cultural heritage of kitchens in the North-East of India. 

Through the illustrations and voices of it's writers, it highlights the role of kitchens as sacred spaces and living archives within various tribal communities.

The Heart Of Our Home illustrated by Samanda Nora Pyngrope
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We Come from MIST: WRITINGS from Meghalaya  -
ZUBAAN BOOKS

The publication is an anthology of prose, poetry, musical lyrics, and visual art—by the women of Meghalaya in Northeast India and edited by Janice Pariat. 

ILARI's Jaiñsem -

TFFP by  the Sauramandala Foundation

The story follows Ilari as she learns about the proper way to wear the garment from her grandmother. The book is part of The Forgotten Folklore Project and is published on StoryWeaver. 

Ilari's Jaiñsem written and illustrated by Samanda Nora Pyngrope

Scatter the RICE Clouds-
TFFP by  the Sauramandala Foundation

A children's book inspired by a Khasi saying "Phriang jarut ka Miaw," in the Khasi language of Meghalaya, India, where it describes the playful formation of altocumulus clouds.

Commissioned Work

WE CELEBRATE GREAT STORIES

Have a project where storytelling and art meet? Reach out!

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