I’m so excited to share that I’ll be at Barnes & Noble – Ellicott City on Saturday, September 20 at 1pm for an author event, signing copies of both The River’s Daughter! If you’re local to Maryland, I would love to see you there!
📍 Barnes & Noble, Ellicott City
📅 Saturday, September 20, 2025
🕛 1:00 PM


When Sahira Raazaan meets a forbidden stranger days before her marriage to Jaraan’s golden boy, a buried power begins to awaken, and secrets about her mother begin to unravel. The call of the river and the mysterious stranger promise a freedom she’s never imagined…
A feminist reimagining of the Punjabi legend of Mirza Sahiba. The River’s Daughter is an Amazon #1 Bestseller in Asian Myth & Legend and a Top 10 Bestseller in Myth & Legend (Fantasy).
If you can’t be there in person but still want a signed copy, they are available at punitarice.com. Each box comes with signed copies of The River’s Daughter and The River Goddess, plus goodies inspired by the stories — including a limited edition hand-poured candle.
…but I hope to see you at B&N!
With love and gratitude, Punita 🖤
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