CHILDREN OF A LESSER GOD.

The article highlights several upcoming books that focus on lesser-known or marginalized mythological figures. Natasha Pulley's "The Hymn to Dionysus" sheds light on the often overlooked aspects of the Greek god Dionysus, emphasizing his association with madness. Kritika H. Rao's "The Legend of Meneka" tells the story of Meneka, a celestial nymph who is usually overshadowed by the human sage Kaushika. Other books mentioned include A.S. Webb's "Daughter of Chaos," Lauren J.A. Bear's "Mother of Rome," Emily Rath's "North Is the Night," and Amal El-Mohtar's "The River Has Roots." These books offer diverse perspectives and explore lesser-known characters from various mythologies. [Extracted from the article]