Audiobooks by Reem Faruqi

"From the award-winning author of Unsettled, Reem Faruqi, comes a stirring coming-of-age story about a Muslim girl who, during the Partition of India, must learn to cope with loss, guilt, and change in order to grow. Perfect for fans of Amil and the After and The Partition Project and inspired by real-life events. 'A simultaneously gentle and gripping story led by a strong-willed protagonist eager to advocate for herself in a changing world.' — Publishers Weekly (starred review) You can notice differences if you look really close, which lately everyone seems to be doing. Zarina loves her life in Poona, India. She spends her days happily hanging out with her best friends, Geeta and Jahana, and playing with her three brothers. However, Zarina and her family are given unsettling news: Muslims and Hindus are to separate by religion. Hindus are expected to stay in India, while Muslims are expected to move to a new land, Pakistan. Zarina is heartbroken at having to move away from all she knows and loves, and after the frightening journey to Pakistan, she feels unsure that the unfamiliar country will ever feel like home. When an accident happens that leaves Zarina grappling with extreme guilt, she decides it’s best to attend boarding school far away, much to the protest of her mom. Will a fresh start at a new school give Zarina the chance to thrive in Pakistan, or will the divisions within herself and her family continue to widen? From award-winning author Reem Faruqi comes a heartening coming-of-age story, inspired by her grandmother’s life, that reminds us that through overwhelming change can come the most beautiful growth. Praise for Zarina Divided: 'Written in verse, the poetic form flows smoothly and creates an immersive and emotional journey... to effectively punctuate the formative depth of Zarina’s experience. This moving and ultimately hopeful work is perfect for readers who might be slightly young for Hiranandani’s The Night Diary.' —The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books 'Reem's deftness with the pen allows the reader to get into the heart of the experiences of a child facing conflict first hand.' —Upasna Kakroo, CEO of Peerbagh 'A heartfelt novel with a wise and enduring message for all time.' —Shirin Shamsi, author of Lahra's Blessing: A Ramadan Story 'A poignant, emotional journey inspired by the author’s grandmother’s life that explores displacement, identity, and resilience.' —Kiran Razzak Khan, Anokhi Life magazine Supplemental enhancement PDF accompanies the audiobook."

Reem Faruqi (Author), Soneela Nankani (Narrator)

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The House Without Lights: A glowing celebration of joy, warmth, and home

"'An enhancing musical background soundtrack complements Chaudhry’s welcoming narration, hoping, promising, reveling.'—School Library Journal The House Without Lights features music and special effects. Listen along and enjoy the fun! In this heartwarming holiday audiobook, House misses being decorated for the winter holidays—but is delighted to be lit up for Eid instead. After seeing all of its neighbors' twinkling lights for the winter holidays, House hopes to shine too. When Huda and her family move in, House thinks its time to sparkle has finally come. But, Diwali, Hanukkah, and Christmas come and go without a shimmer. Quickly, House learns that every family celebrates joy and togetherness in their own way, no matter the season. And a few months later House will see that this new family has its own holiday to shine for. This audiobook is sure to be a holiday classic, complete with back matter about the holidays mentioned, including the one House lights up for: Eid. A Macmillan Audio production from Henry Holt & Company."

Reem Faruqi (Author), Nazia Chaudhry (Narrator)

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Call Me Adnan

"'An emotional tale of a family’s grief and healing, full of courage and hope' —Kirkus 'Faruqi renders this tender story of loss with a deft hand, employing vivid details surrounding Adnan’s Pakistani Muslim identity . . . and nuanced characterizations to present a tear-jerking ode to family.' —Publishers Weekly (starred review) 'A realistic, moving exploration of family, loss, and healing.' —Booklist 'Faruqi takes on the difficult subject of family loss with beauty and grace in her gentle lyrical style. She allows Adnan, a young table-tennis enthusiast, to go through grief while holding not just sadness, but love and joy, in an honest and nuanced story that is ultimately filled with hope.' —Veera Hiranandani, Newbery Honor author of The Night Diary For fans of Planet Omar and The Ethan I Was Before, award-winning Pakistani author Reem Faruqi of Unsettled delivers a middle grade novel in verse about table tennis player Adnan, who dreams of the championship and a fun-filled family trip to Florida. But when tragedy strikes, he and his family must cope with a terrible loss and come together as one again. This poignant story about a Muslim family learning to heal is hope-filled and moving. Adnan Zakir loves table tennis. He's also colorblind, left-handed, and has a fondness for the aviation alphabet. He's super close with his sister, Aaliyah, who is a great dancer and memorizer of Quran, and he loves his little toddler brother Rizwan, who only wants to grow up and play table tennis like his big brother. All Adnan dreams of is making it to the Ultimate Table Tennis Championship in Florida, and if he qualifies for the tournament, he knows he will get to spend the Eid holiday with his cousins! But when the family travels there, unthinkable tragedy strikes, and Adnan swears he'll never play table tennis ever again. Slowly, he and his family must learn to make peace and move forward, as a family. A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection pick! Supplemental enhancement PDF accompanies the audiobook."

Reem Faruqi (Author), Shaan Dasani (Narrator)

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Amira's Picture Day

"Ramadan has come to an end, and Amira can't wait to stay home from school to celebrate Eid. There's just one hiccup: it's also school picture day. How can Amira be in two places at once? An ALSC Notable Children's Book Just the thought of Eid makes Amira warm and tingly inside. From wearing new clothes to handing out goody bags at the mosque, Amira can't wait for the festivities to begin. But when a flier on the fridge catches her eye, Amira's stomach goes cold. Not only is it Eid, it's also school picture day. If she's not in her class picture, how will her classmates remember her? Won't her teacher wonder where she is? Though the day's celebrations at the mosque are everything Amira was dreaming of, her absence at picture day weighs on her. A last-minute idea on the car ride home might just provide the solution to everything in this delightful story from acclaimed author Reem Faruqi, illustrated with vibrant color by Fahmida Azim. A Chicago Public Library Best Book of the Year A CBC/NCSS Notable Social Studies Trade Book A Kirkus Reviews Best Picture Book of the Year A CSMCL Best Multicultural Children's Book of the Year"

Reem Faruqi (Author), Nazia Chaudhry (Narrator)

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Audiobooks by Reem Faruqi

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