Kolam Kanna by Vibha Batra [Paperback]

The exciting Kolam Kondattam Kontest is right around the corner. And Bharathi can't wait to participate and show off, er, showcase his creative skills. Encouraged by his friends, Tabassum and Alagu, he registers for the contest (with a 'k').

Alas, the Residents' Welfare Association, led by the fearsome Mrs Subramaniam, won't hear of it. The contest is open only to the residents of Pravin's Paradiso Apartments. And while Bharathi hangs out at the apartments all the time, he's not exactly-technically-actually a resident.

Now it's up to Bharathi to hatch an ingenious plan. Will he be able to get around the rules, get past the building bullies and get a shot at his dream?