This is a study of Marathi literature for children written in Devnagri script. I did a study of the technicalities of Marathi books from the point of view of illustrations, printing quality, layouts, and content. I have interviewed several authors, illustrators, publishers, school teachers, shopkeepers, and kids. I have done a comparative study of the present material available in the market and the older literature. The past and current trends in reading have been analyzed. The methods which can be employed to increase interest in reading Marathi books have been included in this project.