उपन्यास (Upanyas)
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A 'novel' is a long story that is written in a book. It usually has characters, a plot, and is made up of many pages.
You say 'novel' like this: 'NAH-vuhl'.
The word 'novel' comes from the Latin word 'novellus', which means 'new'. It started being used to describe new kinds of stories.
The word 'novel' in Kannada is 'ಕಾದಂಬರಿ' (Kādambari).
Have you ever heard of a "novel"? It's a special kind of book that tells a long story! Just like how we have adventures in our games, novels take us on exciting journeys with characters we can love or cheer for.
Imagine a brave knight, a clever detective, or a magical creature! When you read a novel, you can travel to faraway lands and meet new friends without leaving your cozy spot.
So, grab a colorful novel and let your imagination soar! What adventure will you go on today?