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Book Synopsis: The first book in the exciting middle-grade series starring a Muslim boy with a huge imagination—now in paperback!
Welcome to the imaginative brain of Omar!
Omar and his family have just moved, and he is NOT excited about starting at a new school. What if the work is too hard or the kids are mean or the teacher is a zombie alien?!
But when Omar makes a new best friend, things start looking up. That is, until a Big Mean Bully named Daniel makes every day a nightmare! Daniel even tells Omar that all Muslims are going to be kicked out of the country . . . Could that possibly be true?
Luckily, Omar's enormous imagination and goofy family help him get through life's ups and downs.
Omar's funny, relatable narrative is the perfect answer to the call for both mirrors and windows to fill bookshelves with diverse stories.
An NPR Best Book of the Year
A Kirkus Best Book of the Year
A USBBY Outstanding International Book Selection
A Top 10 NYPL Best Book of the year
A Middle East Book Award Nominee
A Fuse #8 Great Middle Grade Novels of 2020 list
A Bluestem Book Award Nominee (Illinois)
A Maine Student Book Award Nominee
A Sasquatch Award Nominee (Washington)
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Are you ready to embark on an exciting adventure with Omar? Introducing Planet Omar: Accidental Trouble Magnet, the first book in a thrilling middle-grade series that will captivate young readers. This paperback edition is perfect for kids who love thrilling stories filled with imagination and unexpected twists.
Join Omar on his journey as he starts at a new school, feeling anxious about the challenges that await him. But with the help of his new best friend, Omar discovers that his imagination and supportive family can make any situation better. However, things take a turn for the worse when he encounters a Big Mean Bully named Daniel. Will Omar let Daniel intimidate him, or will he stand up for himself?
This heartwarming and hilarious book is not only a fantastic read, but it also promotes diversity and cultural representation. Omar's journey and relatable narrative offer readers both mirrors and windows into different perspectives, creating a more inclusive and enriching reading experience. It's no wonder that Planet Omar has been recognized as an NPR Best Book of the Year, a Kirkus Best Book of the Year, and a USBBY Outstanding International Book Selection.
Don't miss out on this incredible story that has garnered critical acclaim and captured the hearts of readers across the globe. Experience the magic of Planet Omar: Accidental Trouble Magnet and join Omar on his unforgettable adventure. Get your copy today and dive into a world of imagination, friendship, and overcoming challenges.
Get your copy of Planet Omar: Accidental Trouble Magnet now and discover a world of imagination, friendship, and adventure!
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