As Ganeshotsav draws to a close with Ganesh Visarjan on Anant Chaturdashi today, September 25, devotees across India will come together to bid farewell to Bappa after days of prayers, celebrations and festivities. But while the celebrations may come to an end, the stories of Lord Ganesha continue to live on through generations, carrying tales of his wisdom, adventures, courage and divine leelas.
This Ganpati festival, Audible brings stories of Ganesha’s childhood and adventures to collections rooted in Indian mythology to life through seven audiobooks and audio series dedicated to Lord Ganesha. Whether you’re spending the final days of the festivities with family, reflecting on the celebrations or simply looking to stay connected to Bappa’s stories a little longer, these titles offer a way to carry the spirit of the festival beyond visarjan.
- Maha Ganesh: A 42-episode series that follows Lord Ganesha from his birth and childhood through his adventures and battles with Asuras. Featuring stories of his early years as a mischievous child alongside tales of his divine powers, the series also explores the life lessons woven into Ganesha’s stories for listeners of all ages.
- Shri Ganesh Leela: A collection of select stories from Lord Ganesha’s life and childhood, tracing his journey from birth to the point where he begins performing miracles with his divine powers. Based on stories from the Ganesh Puran, the audio series explores his courage, adventures and encounters with gods and demons, making it an accessible introduction to Ganesha’s stories for listeners, including children.
- Ganesha by Subba Rao: This mythology-for-kids collection features three stories centred on Lord Ganesha alongside four other tales from Hindu mythology. With the stories adapted in simple language and shaped around contemporary values and sensibilities, it offers younger listeners an easy way to discover Indian mythology through audio.
- 365 Tales From Indian Mythology (Hindi Edition): Bringing together 365 short stories about Lord Ganesha, this Hindi audiobook is designed around the idea of one story a day. Narrated by Rakhi Sharma, the collection combines adventure, wisdom and values while introducing young listeners to Indian culture, mythology and storytelling in an accessible format.
- Stories on Lord Ganesh Series: This series offers a collection of stories exploring Lord Ganesha, his many forms, traditions and significance, with titles drawing from sources including the Ganesh Purana. Narrated by Anusha HS, the series is designed as an accessible introduction to Ganesha’s stories and mythology.
- The Adventures of Ganesha: Meet a 10-year-old Ganesha and his companion Mooshak, his best friend, confidant and often reluctant accomplice, as the duo stumble into unusual situations and encounter mythological, legendary and fictional characters from across time and space. Narrated by Sumit Kaul, Sidh Sundaram and Rashmi Sundaram, this playful take on Ganesha’s adventures offers a fresh listen for younger audiences.
- Ganesha (Hindi Edition) by Amar Chitra Katha: From Amar Chitra Katha, the beloved storytelling brand known for bringing Indian mythology to generations of readers, this Hindi audiobook explores the origin of Ganesha and the qualities that have made him a revered figure. Narrated by Rakesh Soni, the story introduces listeners to the elephant-headed deity associated with wisdom and overcoming obstacles.
