Out now · Paperback & Hardcover
The Preditorium Prophecy
The Golden Statue
A fantasy adventure by 13-year-old author Praanav J Thaakur. Six friends, strange powers, ancient secrets, and one prophecy pulling them into a race against darkness.
The Story
Six friends. One prophecy. A world they never knew existed.
When Peter arrives at the Paris Luminatics, he expects cheering crowds and maybe a normal day. Instead he finds shadowy figures, a mysterious green device, hidden tunnels, and a prophecy that seems to know too much.
Peter and his friends are the Ascendants — a team of kids with unusual powers, big problems, and one very unlucky monster magnet named Cody. Together they must follow the clues beneath the Preditorium, face dangerous guardians, survive magical traps, uncover the secrets of Atlantis, and search for the legendary Golden Statue.
Peek Inside
Start reading for free
Not sure yet? Read the opening chapter and meet the Ascendants before the prophecy pulls them under the Preditorium.
“Some doors are not meant to be opened. The Ascendants opened them anyway.”
The Author
Praanav J Thaakur
Praanav J Thaakur is a 13-year-old Indian author who loves building fantasy worlds, characters, powers, and mysteries. The Preditorium Prophecy: The Golden Statue is his debut novel — a story about courage, friendship, imagination, and the thrill of discovering a world far bigger than expected.
He wrote it for readers who enjoy fantasy quests, secret worlds, monsters, mystery, and friendship adventures — and to show other young people that a big idea, plus the discipline to finish, can become a real book.
What Readers Say
Early reviews
Mystery, fantasy, adventure and the unknown
“Engaging, stimulating and just like an edge-of-the-seat thriller with mystery intertwined with adventure — each page making you wonder what's next. One of a kind for anyone who loves to venture into a fantasy world full of intrigue, fear, fun and courage.”
Great book
“Very well written and has a tight plot, with a gripping storyline. I enjoyed reading it — it's a must buy! Kept me engaged the entire time.”
Where to Buy
Get your copy
Tap a store to go straight to the book. If a link ever moves, use the “search” link beside it — it’s pre-filled with Preditorium (spelt with an i).
India
International
International editions are being distributed in stages. If a store shows no result yet, it’s on the way — check back, or order from Amazon India which ships internationally.
For Schools
Free young-author session
Praanav can do a short 20-minute interaction for students — not a hard sell, just encouragement to read, imagine, and write.
- How he built a fantasy world, characters and powers
- How he stayed disciplined enough to finish a whole book
- How students can start their own writing journey
- Virtual or in-person, parent/guardian coordinated
For Press & Media
Story & press kit
The angle is simple: a young Indian author built a fantasy universe and wants to inspire more children to read and write.
- High-resolution book cover and author details
- Sample chapter and book blurb ready to share
- Q&A and school-session information available
- Media enquiries welcome via the contact below
Get in Touch
Contact the author
For school sessions, media enquiries, or to say hello, reach out anytime. This account is managed by Praanav’s parent/guardian.
✉ thakur.jai@gmail.com