Leela Majumdar (1908–2007) was a cherished figure in Bengali literature, known for her unique ability to blend humour, fantasy, and childhood realities. Although a distinguished scholar and English professor, her true passion was children’s literature. She moved away from the moralizing tone common in early twentieth-century books, opting for a witty style that treated children as equals. Her stories often included quirky uncles, clever grandmothers, and misunderstood ghosts. Her masterpiece, Padi Pishir Bormi Baksho, is a cornerstone of Bengali fiction, while her autobiographical works, Aar Konokhane and Pakhi Sab Kare Rab, offer a nostalgic view of Bengal’s social changes. She was also the editor of the beloved children's magazine Sandesh.