Tahereh Mafi is the #1 New York Times bestselling, #1 international bestselling, and National Book Award-nominated author of over a dozen books, including Shatter Me: Series One and Shatter Me: Series Two, the Woven Kingdom series, A Very Large Expanse of Sea, and An Emotion of Great Delight. Her books have been translated into more than thirty languages. She lives in Southern California with her husband, fellow author Ransom Riggs, and their family. Visit her online at taherehmafi.com.
PRAISE FOR An Emotion of Great Delight: "Gorgeous and poetic, Mafi
is unflinching in her rendering of pain and brutal truths, but also
succeeds in weaving a tale that is brimming with heart and honest
hope. This is a book I wish I'd had when I was fourteen. I'm so
glad young readers will have it now. A truly special story." -
Jasmine Warga, New York Times bestselling and Newbery Honor-winning
author of Other Words for Home"Tahereh Mafi has written a timely,
compelling novel about love and family and the remarkably complex
nature of religion and faith. An Emotion of Great Delight is as
profound as it is beautiful." - Matt de la Peña, New York Times and
Newbery Medal winning author of The Last Stop on Market
StreetPRAISE FOR A Very Large Expanse of Sea: "A raw yet
astoundingly elegant examination of identity, loneliness and family
that is unflinching in its honesty and power. Tahereh Mafi holds
nothing back--and the reader is better for it." - Sabaa Tahir, #1
New York Times bestselling author of the Ember in the Ashes
series"A Very Large Expanse of Sea reads like a beautiful
heart--one that shines and aches and yearns, and above all else,
one that loves fiercely against all odds. Years from now, you will
remember exactly where you were and what you were doing when you
experienced this. A transcendent story about truth, love, and
finding joy." - Marie Lu, #1 New York Times bestselling author of
the Warcross series"This is a gorgeous book. It's tender and
fierce, beautiful even as it depicts some ugly truths. Tahereh's
prose is passionate and honest, unsentimental and big-hearted. The
very best books move you to reconsider the world around you, and
this is one of those. I truly loved it." - Nicola Yoon, #1 New York
Times bestselling author of Everything, Everything and The Sun is
Also a Star"Tahereh Mafi, known for her fantasy and dystopian
novels, proves a master of the contemporary realistic novel, as
well, with A Very Large Expanse of Sea, longlisted for a National
Book Award. Shirin's first-person voice bristles with anger, wit
and pain. Even as the fraught love story drives the short chapters
to a surprising close, Mafi weaves in moments of camaraderie and
joy." - Washington Post"Masterfully incorporates influences from
Persian and Muslim history, culture and mythology.... Tightly
paced, with a rollicking set of twists and revelations and a
chaotic climax that leads straight to a whopping cliffhanger of an
ending, This Woven Kingdom is an exceptional fantasy that blends
its various influences to addictive effect."
- BookPage"Forbidden romance steams up the pages of this Persian
mythology-inspired fantasy series opener[, in] a luxurious,
saffron-scented world, where devils whisper unwelcome prophecies
and princes fall in love with ice-eyed Jinn. Hopeless romantics
will relish the euphoric agony of anticipation as they watch these
fated lovers sort through their feelings. But while Alizeh and
Kamran's relationship develops, Mafi treats readers to sumptuous
world-building. Like an intricate Islamic flower mural, Mafi's
story expands deliberately, each small revelation rising from the
one before, delivering deeply satisfying epiphanies at the end of
each chapter. The wait for a return ticket to this exquisite
kingdom is made bearable only by flipping to the front and
repeating your first visit."
- New York Times Book Review"Forbidden romance steams up the pages
of this Persian mythology-inspired fantasy series opener[, in] a
luxurious, saffron-scented world, where devils whisper unwelcome
prophecies and princes fall in love with ice-eyed Jinn. Hopeless
romantics will relish the euphoric agony of anticipation as they
watch these fated lovers sort through their feelings. Like an
intricate Islamic flower mural, Mafi's story expands deliberately,
each small revelation rising from the one before, delivering deeply
satisfying epiphanies. The wait for a return ticket to this
exquisite kingdom is made bearable only by flipping to the front
and repeating your first visit." - New York Times Book
Review"Mafi's intricate worldbuilding sets high stakes for the
trilogy. The setting grapples with themes of discrimination and
equity versus equality... Mafi's slow-build story is braiding a
complex plot that promises a payoff in the sequels."
- School Library Journal"I've been longing to read a story inspired
by The Shahnameh, and This Woven Kingdom captivated me with its
deft worldbuilding and searing romance. Alizeh's quiet strength
unfurls against a darkly magical backdrop. This book is a
glittering jewel, complete with razor-sharp edges."
- Renée Ahdieh, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Wrath &
the Dawn series"In a tale as exquisitely crafted as one of Alizeh's
own garments, Mafi weaves a spell of destiny and danger, forbidden
love and courtly intrigue, magic and revolution." - Cassandra
Clare, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Last Hours"Drawn
from Persian mythology and Islamic texts, this epic fantasy is
brilliantly structured to maximize readers' emotional buy-in.
Eloquent prose brings vivid immediacy to each scene. Although
Alizeh and Kamran are only together a handful of times, Mafi gives
full due to their steamy, forbidden attraction. [The] ending
ensures a breathlessly awaited sequel." - Bulletin of the Center
for Children's Books"In a heart-wrenching novel based in Islamic
texts and Persian poem the Shahnameh, Mafi complements rich
worldbuilding with lushly descriptive, sensorial prose that
inspires the novel's mythological backdrop, against which plays out
an emotional plot, and a tortured romance, layered with court
intrigue."
- Publishers Weekly"An enchanting and lush YA fantasy, This Woven
Kingdom is a thought-provoking and atmospheric read that is sure to
keep readers quickly turning pages to the shocking end." - YA Book
Central"The first chapter of what's set to be an epic trilogy." -
Popsugar"Mafi introduces some potent issues around whether passive
resistance or confrontation is the better community strategy, and
scenes of anti-Muslim aggression are brief but impactful."
- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books"Mafi returns with
another lyrical contemporary novel. An aching, emotional story that
touches on various internal struggles of being a child of
immigrants."
- Buzzfeed"This Woven Kingdom is an exquisite fantasy. Rich with
clever prose, delicious twists, and breathtaking world building.
Prepare to be destroyed--this one will wrench at your heart and
make it pound, and in the end it will leave you entirely
speechless."
- Stephanie Garber, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the
Caraval series"Richly textured, descriptive prose coupled with
agonizing romance combine in this fantastical epic. Gut-wrenchingly
beautiful." - Kirkus Reviews (starred review)"[An] illustrious tale
of magic, court intrigue, and romance. Captivating readers from the
very first chapter... A magnetic series opener that will delight
fans of Mafi's previous series."
- Booklist"This story is so magical and transportive that I fully
expected the book would know the moment I'd finished -- within
hours, no less -- and promptly unravel into a pile of jewels and
silks in my hands. Mafi's diamond-bright lyrical voice weaves a
tale that is gilded in magic, laced with subterfuge, adorned with
the brocade of a tortuous romance, and richly embroidered with
Persian mythology. I cannot wait for more." - Roshani Chokshi, New
York Times bestselling author of The Gilded Wolves"Fast-paced
action scenes convey imminent danger vividly. Part cautionary tale,
part juicy love story, this will appeal to action and adventure
fans." - Kirkus Reviews"Tahereh Mafi's bold, inventive prose
crackles with raw emotion. A thrilling, high-stakes saga of
self-discovery and forbidden love, the Shatter Me series is a
must-read for fans of dystopian young adult literature-or any
literature!" - Ransom Riggs, #1 New York Times bestselling author
of Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children"Mafi follows her
National Book Award-longlisted A Very Large Expanse of Sea (2018)
with another contemporary young adult novel of striking emotional
intensity. Complex and introspective Shadi details her experiences
with the specific challenges of Islamaphobia and with more general
issues. With masterfully compelling prose, this surprises and
ensnares, leading readers to an inevitable but gripping climax.
Though there's a feverous feeling throughout the book, there's also
formidable nuance in Shadi's paradoxical and contradictory thought
patterns, which add even more to the blunt realism. Emotional
implications of great magnitude and stakes that could not feel
higher. A bluntly powerful read that shouldn't be missed."
- ALA Booklist (starred review)"Mafi confronts issues of mental
health, suicidality, racism, and self-love in ways that will leave
readers reacting viscerally and powerfully. Reading this novel is
like being dropped straight into the everyday lives of a Muslim
family in post-9/11 America. A simply real story, devoid of
clichés, that will leave an indelible mark."
- Kirkus Reviews (starred review)"Mafi's prose is compelling and
unsentimental, giving voice to the universal angst common among
teenagers. She handles the timely issues of race and discrimination
with skill, highlighting the inaccuracies so often ascribed to
individuals of the Muslim faith. Her well-developed characters jump
off the page, especially during romantic moments. An emotional,
important look at an American Muslim teen's experience."
- School Library Journal (starred review)"Mafi clearly and movingly
illustrates how grief can escalate uncontrollably and seep into
every facet of life."
- Publishers Weekly"Cerebral, impassioned, and zeitgeisty... Mafi's
sincerity stands out in full force in her craftsmanship. A Very
Large Expanse of Sea is timeless in its themes and will continue to
affect readers, months after they've closed the book." - NPR"A Very
Large Expanse of Sea is the love story you need to read next." -
Teen Vogue"Mafi seamlessly works in questions of identity, race and
Islamophobia [and] taps into the fierceness and passion of first
love. The novel's bittersweet ending will ring true for most, and
break the hearts of many." - New York Times Book Review"Tahereh
Mafi soars to new heights with A Very Large Expanse Of Sea. A
singular new novel from one of YA's brightest voices." -
Entertainment Weekly"A masterfully constructed novel. The
characters are beautifully developed and authentic. [Shirin's]
voice is fierce, funny, vulnerable, and honest. Mafi's novel
challenges readers to ponder their own beliefs, assumptions, and
actions. And, also reminds us of the captivating bliss of first
love." - Nerdy Book ClubPRAISE FOR THE Shatter Me SERIES: "Written
with precision and a sense of urgency, each chapter a strobe
light-like moment in the lives of the teens trying to save their
world. The prose moves readers swiftly from crisis to crisis." -
Booklist Online"Mafi tackles the life of an American Muslim
teenager in the wake of 9/11 in this visceral, honest novel.
Shirin's sharp, raw voice narrates, and her captivating story opens
a window onto a different narrative than the one typically
dominating the airwaves after 9/11. Mafi excels at highlighting the
relationships between her characters. Rich characters, incisive
writing, and a powerful story will thrill readers." - ALA Booklist
(starred review)"[Mafi's] writing is nuanced and smart. Shirin and
Ocean's interactions are palpable, and the discussions and
exploration of what it means to be a Muslim in politically charged
America will resonate with many teens and will be enlightening for
some." - School Library Journal (starred review)"Mafi gives vivid
voice to an underrepresented audience in this story. The teens'
rich personalities, desires, powerful emotions and struggles come
together to form a memorable work. An outstanding contemporary
novel, A Very Large Expanse of Sea is a realistic love story that
provides a much-needed perspective." - Shelf Awareness (starred
review)"This gripping political romance takes readers into the life
of a young Muslim woman trying to navigate high school with the
entire world attacking her right to her body and her faith. A
moving coming-of-age narrative about the viciousness of
Islamophobia and the unwavering power of love in post-9/11
America." - Kirkus Reviews (starred review)"A contemporary love
story with a heartbreakingly realistic portrait of one post-9/11
Muslim life in the United States. Mafi openly addresses many common
misconceptions about Islam and what it means to be a woman of color
in the face of racism, showing how differences can be applauded,
not feared." - Publishers Weekly"This story holds a mirror up to
the ugly reality of religious bigotry. That disturbing truth,
however, is offset by a portrait of a strong Muslim teen girl who
defies stereotypes on multiple levels. Shirin insists on her right
to approach life on her own clear-eyed terms, granting compassion
to the deserving and an education to those who need it." - Bulletin
of the Center for Children's Books
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