Writer Shammi Tultul has received the Babui Best Seller Award in recognition of the sales success of her children’s book The Battle Between the Ant and the Elephant (Pipre O Hatir Juddho). The award was presented by publishing house Babui.

Published in 2017, the book has continued to attract readers over the years. The latest recognition celebrates its sustained popularity and commercial success.

The award was presented at the Babui Children’s Literature Festival 2026, held at the Bangladesh Shishu Academy in Dhaka on Saturday, October 24. The day-long event ran from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm and featured discussions on the challenges and prospects of children’s literature, along with presentations and other activities.

Among the distinguished guests were Professor Mansur Musa, writer and former director general of Bangla Academy; Hasan Hafiz, a Bangla Academy Award-winning children’s author; and Kader Babu, a writer, journalist and publisher.

Expressing her feelings after receiving the award, Shammi Tultul said the recognition held special significance for her. She has received several prestigious literary awards in both Bangladesh and India for her writing, but this is her first award recognizing the sales success of a book.

She said the award was particularly meaningful because it acknowledged the popularity of her work among readers, making it a special addition to her previous achievements.

Shammi Tultul is a well-known storyteller, novelist and children’s literature writer in both Bangladesh and West Bengal. She has also earned recognition internationally. Her published works include 17 books released in Bangladesh and India.

She expressed gratitude to her readers and well-wishers and sought their continued love, support and prayers for her literary journey.