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WHAT'S NEW?
Melby Rose Publishing has just released its first coloring book for adults, teens, and kids under the umbrella of Salam Salam! This soothing coloring book contains twenty cute and cozy Islamic scenes for you or your loved ones to color and enjoy. An enchanting form of stress relief, these scenes will bring joy and comfort while encouraging calm spiritual reflection.
The Salam Salam - Cozy Islamic Scenes coloring book includes:
- *20 hand-drawn pages for coloring
- *Cute and cozy images for relaxing and unwinding
- *Easy designs for a delightful experience
- *High-resolution images for clarity
- *Practical 8.5 x 8.5 inch sizing for maximum coziness
- *Single-sided pages to curb bleed-through (remember to place a loose sheet behind the page you are coloring to protect the next image from seeping colors)
COMING SOON!
The second book in our cozy coloring book series will be released on 16 Jan 2025!
Celebrate the beauty and diversity of Islamic architecture with this Salam Salam coloring book, Magnificent Mosques of the World. From the majestic domes of Istanbul to the serene cloisters of Morocco, each page invites you to unwind, create, and connect with the peaceful essence of these sacred spaces.
Perfect for both adults and children, this cozy collection of easy coloring pages offers a soothing experience, allowing you to relax, reflect, and enjoy a series of delightful moments.
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This June, we will be releasing My Harimau King, by Annie McCann! (Cover to be revealed...)
Follow our socials for more updates on this exciting middle-grade fantasy adventure... *** An ancient king, a modern-day kid and a life-changing prophecy that binds them. 13-year-old Sumaiyah is living her best life in Parramatta until a family drama spirals out of control. Soon after, mysterious events start happening and loved ones begin to disappear. All at once, Sumaiyah and her friends find themselves trapped in the ancient kingdom of Pajajaran, Indonesia, where Sumaiyah discovers she is ‘the chosen one’ from descendants of ancient royalty. But this doesn’t mean fun and untold riches. Instead, she needs to break a mystifying curse and prevent a prophecy from destroying her family. Now Sumaiyah’s in a race against time to discover her true purpose, combat terrifying creatures, and fulfil her destiny, or risk losing her family and friends forever! |
Praise for the Ayesha Dean Mysteries
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"Ayesha is a clever and enchanting sleuth solving a new mystery against a fascinating historical backdrop."
- AUSMA ZEHANAT KHAN, award-winning author of the Khattak/Getty Mystery Series and The Khorasan Archives fantasy series. "Ayesha Dean is a heroine for our time. Smart, courageous and persistent, she teaches us about the world and about ourselves. Melati Lum has created a young detective for a diverse world, and I'm excited to read more of her adventures!"
-KAMRAN PASHA, author of Mother of the Believers, and Shadow of the Swords. |
The Ayesha Dean Mysteries won the Rabata Daybreak Press Book Series Award in 2023
"Ayesha Dean: The Seville Secret puts a modern voice to a new kind of sleuth with an engaging mystery, diverse characters, action-packed moments, and a connection to history."
- READERS' FAVORITE, 5-Star Review. 
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Ayesha Dean - The High School Heist was longlisted for the DANZ Children's Book Awards in 2024
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Ayesha Dean Manga Coming Soon!
Ayesha Dean is coming to the manga world! We are thrilled to be partnering with Fictional Frontiers to bring you the first Ayesha Dean manga. We're working hard at adapting the first novel in the series, The Istanbul Intrigue. I'm learning about how much effort goes into producing each single page, from development of the script to the artwork. It requires a lot of patience but we love working with our fabulous artist from Morocco, Manara, who's as excited to be working on this project as we are!
Haunt Anthology
The HAUNT ANTHOLOGY was presented by LIMINAL, IN PARTNERSHIP WITH WRITERS SA, AND SUPPORTED BY ARTS SOUTH AUSTRALIA. The initial idea for my short story came when my sister discovered there was a Dr Lum (not my dad) who was living in Adelaide, South Australia, in the 1800s. Following some research into the history of previous migrants, I was amazed to read about the lives of some of the Chinese Australian soldiers who fought and died in WWI. To read this collection including my short story for free, click on the link below:
www.liminalmag.com/haunt
