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Book signing at The Book Loft bookstore
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Thanks to the Book Loft staff, my Graphic Novel's book signing went real well. If you're in Solvang Book Loft has autographed copies, otherwise, your local bookstores can order the book for you, it's fun and educational. Naji and the Mystery of the Dig, the Graphic Novel.
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Graphic Novel book signing event
A review by the LoveReading4Kids website
A fresh new review by the LoveReading4Kids website, The UK's Leading Book Recommendation Websites. Here are some excerpts: “is a lovely story of an inquisitive and imaginative Naji, eager to learn more…” and “Naji is universally lovable, displaying a curiosity, fear of the unknown and love of the ice cream.” You can read the complete review on their website www.lovereading4kids.co.uk
The Audio book of “Naji and the Mystery of the Dig” is now available!
It is narrated by talented voice actor Ms. Amy Gorelow. Her story- telling skills make each character come to life in a vivid and exciting way. The audio book is available in iTunes, Audible and Amazon. Or you can click this link for a free Audible trial:
for US: https://tinyurl.com/najiaudious
For UK: https://tinyurl.com/najiaudiouk
for Germany: https://tinyurl.com/najiaudiode
for US: https://tinyurl.com/najiaudious
For UK: https://tinyurl.com/najiaudiouk
for Germany: https://tinyurl.com/najiaudiode
Naji's print book now has a new cover!
Visiting Third graders in Bethlehem Lutheran Church School in Carson City.
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Third graders in Bethlehem Lutheran Church School after reading Naji had many questions. They were wonderful, enthusiastic, and high energy students with lots of questions and comments.
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Frankfurt book fair 2019
"Naji and the mystery of the dig" display at the Frankfurt Book Fair:
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"Naji and the mystery of the dig" is going to Frankfurt, Germany!!! Frankfurt Book Fair starts on October 16. If you are there go and visit it. the book will be displayed in Hall 6.0, stand #A80.
A new video trailer:
An evening in Persia — a frank discussion with author Vahid Imani about everything Persian.
The Book Loft bookstore in Solvang in association with Song In My heart Studio will host author Vahid Imani as he leads a discussion about his new historical fiction In the Shadow of the Kingmakers on Sunday, May 19, at 6:00 pm. The topics of discussion will travel from history to culture, Persian cuisine to music, and even international affairs.
Location:
Song In My Heart Studio
485 Alisal Rd., Fredrik's court
Solvang
www.simheart.com
Sunday, May 19, at 6:00 pm
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The Book Loft bookstore in Solvang in association with Song In My heart Studio will host author Vahid Imani as he leads a discussion about his new historical fiction In the Shadow of the Kingmakers on Sunday, May 19, at 6:00 pm. The topics of discussion will travel from history to culture, Persian cuisine to music, and even international affairs.
Location:
Song In My Heart Studio
485 Alisal Rd., Fredrik's court
Solvang
www.simheart.com
Sunday, May 19, at 6:00 pm
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A new historical thriller by Vahid Imani is now available on Amazon. Read more about it at www.ShadowKingmakers.com. The story circles around a British spy in Tehran in 1924 who weaves an intricate plot to install a new King. It's an action packed espionage novel with American, British, Soviet & Iranian spies and double agents...
A new review with a wonderful art project inspired by the book by blogger Kay Tarapolsi on her blog site ACraftyArab. Here is the link to it:
goo.gl/PM5x54
goo.gl/PM5x54
A new review from Dogo Books' website. A great place for children books and film www.dogobooks.com. Below is the link to the review page:
https://goo.gl/IX32xS
https://goo.gl/IX32xS
CLC award ceremony at AWP Conference in LA, April 2, 2016
Book Signing event
During the AWP 2016 annual bookfair event at the L.A. Convention Center on Saturday, April 2nd, Vahid Imani will autograph Naji and the mystery of the dig in Booth #954 from 11: am to 12:50 pm.
CLC Award presentation will take place on Saturday, April 2nd, at 3:00 p.m.
-Join us at the Scott James book fair stage (exhibit hall level one) in the Los Angeles Convention Center.
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During the AWP 2016 annual bookfair event at the L.A. Convention Center on Saturday, April 2nd, Vahid Imani will autograph Naji and the mystery of the dig in Booth #954 from 11: am to 12:50 pm.
CLC Award presentation will take place on Saturday, April 2nd, at 3:00 p.m.
-Join us at the Scott James book fair stage (exhibit hall level one) in the Los Angeles Convention Center.
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Literary Classics International Book Awards:
"Naji and the mystery of the dig" book is the 2015 recipient of 3 golden seals from Literary Classics International Book Awards:
"Naji and the mystery of the dig" book is the 2015 recipient of 3 golden seals from Literary Classics International Book Awards:
- 2015 Best In Category: Best First Chapter Book
- 2015 Gold medal winner for pre-teen / tween
- 2015 Best In Category: Cultural Issues Preteen
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The Local TV stations Interviewed Vahid Imani
July 15- California Central cost TV stations KCOY, KEYT & KKFX interviewed author Vahid Imani about the recent Nuclear Agreement among Iran, America and EU. The coverage included the importance of the book "Naji and the mystery of the dig" in fostering better understanding of the two East and West worlds. Read the complete text of the interview and view more photos by pressing the link below: http://goo.gl/X3BXBI |
"Naji and the Mystery of the Dig" received Children's Literary Classics Seal of Approval!
Children's Literary Classics is pleased to announce that the children's book, Naji and the Mystery of the Dig , by Vahid Imani, has been selected to receive the Children's Literary Classics Seal of Approval. The CLC Seal of Approval is a designation reserved for those books which uphold the rigorous criteria set forth by the Children's Literary Classics review committee, a team comprised of individuals with backgrounds in publishing, editing, writing, illustration and graphic design.
Children's Literary Classics is pleased to announce that the children's book, Naji and the Mystery of the Dig , by Vahid Imani, has been selected to receive the Children's Literary Classics Seal of Approval. The CLC Seal of Approval is a designation reserved for those books which uphold the rigorous criteria set forth by the Children's Literary Classics review committee, a team comprised of individuals with backgrounds in publishing, editing, writing, illustration and graphic design.
“Naji and the mystery of the dig” was at the Frankfurt Book Fair 2014, Germany!
The picture is showing the display at the Frankfurt Book Fair 2014 "Naji and the mystery of the dig" is at the end of row number 4.
The picture is showing the display at the Frankfurt Book Fair 2014 "Naji and the mystery of the dig" is at the end of row number 4.
Book signing even in Santa Maria California, August 2, 2014
"Naji and the mystery of the dig" book signing went well at The Bookworm in Santa Maria. Thank you to the Bookworm book store and thank you Santa Maria!
"Naji and the mystery of the dig" book signing went well at The Bookworm in Santa Maria. Thank you to the Bookworm book store and thank you Santa Maria!
Saturday August 2 from 12-3 pm- Vahid Imani will be holding a book signing event at:
The Bookworm
230 E Betteravia Rd,
Santa Maria, CA 93454
(805) 922-4282 , California,
The Bookworm
230 E Betteravia Rd,
Santa Maria, CA 93454
(805) 922-4282 , California,
Vahid Imani’s discussion about the book was held on June 25 in Solvang Coffee Company next to the Book Loft. The conversation began with audience questions about the book and then moved to topics such as children's life in the Middle East, geography, culture, politics and religion.
Wednesday June 24- Cultural conversation with Vahid Imani about “Naji and the mystery of the dig” at the Solvang Coffee Company next to the Book Loft on June 25 from 7-8 pm. Imani will lead a discussion about Middle Eastern lifestyle and cuisine.
Santa Maria Sun , Thursday June 19- A full length article about the book and its impact.
Cultures, Confections and Conversation!
Vahid Imani’s book signing for his new children’s mystery book, Naji and the mystery of the dig, at the Book Loft on Wednesday, June 11, was a quite a success as children and adults swarmed around new books, Persian treats and fantastic conversation.
Vahid Imani’s book signing for his new children’s mystery book, Naji and the mystery of the dig, at the Book Loft on Wednesday, June 11, was a quite a success as children and adults swarmed around new books, Persian treats and fantastic conversation.
- Vahid Imani to hold book signing for “Naji and the mystery of the dig” just in time for summer reading.
Wednesday June 11- Vahid Imani will be holding a book signing at the Book Loft in Solvang, California, on Wednesday, June 11, from 4:30pm – 6:30pm.
Wednesday June 11- Vahid Imani will be holding a book signing at the Book Loft in Solvang, California, on Wednesday, June 11, from 4:30pm – 6:30pm.
Now Available
You can find "Naji and the mystery of the dig" at the following book stores:
The Book Loft
The Book Loft is located in the beautiful Danish city of Solvang in Santa Barbara County, California.
www.bookloftsolvang.com
1680 Mission Dr, Solvang, CA 93463
(805) 688-6010
The Book Loft is located in the beautiful Danish city of Solvang in Santa Barbara County, California.
www.bookloftsolvang.com
1680 Mission Dr, Solvang, CA 93463
(805) 688-6010
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The Bookworm
230 E Betteravia Rd,
Santa Maria, CA 93454
(805) 922-4282
230 E Betteravia Rd,
Santa Maria, CA 93454
(805) 922-4282
Tecolote Book Shop
1470 E Valley Rd # 52,
Montecito,
Santa Barbara, CA 93108
(805) 969-4977
1470 E Valley Rd # 52,
Montecito,
Santa Barbara, CA 93108
(805) 969-4977
