Now, an online library for kids

The next time your child asks you for a new bedtime story, have no fear. Just log on to www.longlongago.in and order a new book. The website, which started in May, is India’s first exclusive online library for children up to 12 years. Members can access their complete online catalogue and get books home delivered. What’s more, they don’t charge late fees and even have an online librarian who recommends books based on the children’s age and reading preferences.

The idea came about when the website’s founders — Hariraj, Kavitha, Anand and Chitra — returned from abroad and noticed a lack of options when it came to kiddie books in comparison to what was on offer abroad. Hariraj says, “In India, libraries are quite scarce and libraries for children books are even fewer.  So, when we returned to India, we started this venture.”

Full report here Hindustan Times