Read Around Asia Challenge
Read at least one book by an author from each country in Asia.
Best books from Asia (1972)
1941.
The Sand Fish : A Novel from Dubai by Maha Gargash EN
Country: Asia / 
United Arab Emirates
United Arab Emirates
Description:
A novel of Dubai, The Sand Fish by Maha Gargash offers readers a fascinating glimpse into another corner of the world. Set in the 1950s in what is now the United Arab Emirates, The Sand Fish tells the poignant and powerful story of a rebellious young woman trapped in a repressive society—as richly atmospheric a look at Middle Eastern life and culture as The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini and Alaa Al Aswany’s The Yacoubian Building.
1942.
Lailah's Lunchbox : A Ramadan Story by Reem Faruqi EN
Country: Asia / United Arab Emirates
United Arab Emirates
Description:
*2019 Daybreak Children's Picture Book Award -- Recognizing Muslim Women's Contributions to Literature* *Notable Social Studies Trade Book For Young People 2016, a cooperative Project of the National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS) and the Children's Book Council* *Featured Book of the Month, Anti-Defamation League* *American Library Association Notable Book for Children 2016* * Skipping Stones Honor 2016* *International Literacy Association Choices Reading List* Lailah is in a new school in a new country, thousands of miles from her old home, and missing her old friends. When Ramadan be... continue
1943.
The Final Strife by Saara El-Arifi EN
Country: Asia / United Arab Emirates
United Arab Emirates
Description:
In the first book of a visionary fantasy trilogy with its roots in the mythology of Africa and Arabia that “sings of rebellion, love, and the courage it takes to stand up to tyranny” (Samantha Shannon, author of The Priory of the Orange Tree), three women band together against a cruel empire that divides people by blood. “A game-changing new voice in epic fantasy . . . There are no Chosen Ones here, only bad choices and blood.”—Tasha Suri, author of The Jasmine Throne ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR: Oprah Daily, Autostraddle Red is the blood of the elite, of magic, of control. Blue is the b... continue
1944.
The Wink of the Mona Lisa and Other Stories from the Gulf by Mohammad al Murr EN
Country: Asia / United Arab Emirates
United Arab Emirates
Description:
The author lifts away the façade to find drama, humour and pathos in life, death and the humdrum if daily existence, creating memorable characters whose thoughts and actions endear them to us.
1945.
Faebound (Faebound, Book 1) by Saara El-Arifi EN
Country: Asia / United Arab Emirates
United Arab Emirates
Description:
THE INSTANT #1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER 'Exquisite fantasy, with a complex, mysterious, and sumptuous world of elves, fae, and gloriously compelling romance - so enthralling, it has wrapped its magic around my heart and set it alight' HANNAH KANER, Sunday Times bestselling author of Godkiller 'A romantic fantasy of epic proportions, crackling with magic and passion' SAMANTHA SHANNON, bestselling author of The Priory of the Orange Tree 'A devastatingly romantic and breathtaking fantasy - opulent and sweeping, this book is unforgettable' TASHA SURI, award-winning author of The Jasmine Throne 'A l... continue
1947.
Diversity and Coexistence: Fostering Acceptance in a Diverse and Open Society by Dr. Ali Rashid Al Nuaimi EN
Country: Asia / United Arab Emirates
United Arab Emirates
Description:
Modern states and societies promote a culture of coexistence, tolerance, and pluralism, and are striving to advance the thought, theory, and culture of a pluralistic society. However, actual changes in human thought and culture--in values, customs, and traditions--remain limited. Such change is a complex process; it cannot be achieved simply by preaching or promoting change. Racist crimes continue to occur and are often even more brutal than in the past. Many societies and countries still suffer from hatred of the "other"--particularly those who are different in terms of race or faith. The res... continue
1948.
Черная книга. Истории женщин востока (Black Book of Arabia: Stories) by Хинд Аль Кассеми (Hend Al Qassemi) RU
Country: Asia / United Arab Emirates
United Arab Emirates
Description:
A princess from Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates writes stories about women who live and love in the Middle East. These candid, moving and inspirational tales will resonate with readers around the world. Meet a princess whose best friend literally tries to steal her wedding, down to her bridal shoes and fiancé; a bride who mysteriously goes blind on her wedding day and stays blind for years; a woman whose romantic Parisian honeymoon proves too good to be true; and a jealous wife who lures her husband into falling in love with another woman. These stories present an intimate picture of women... continue
1949.
The Diesel by Thani Al-Suwaidi EN
Country: Asia / United Arab Emirates
United Arab Emirates
Description:
Nearly two decades before the rest of the world ever envisioned an Arab Spring, Emirati author Thani Al-Suwaidi saw a cultural shift on the horizon. Critically shunned when it was first published in 1994, his story is now a revelation for the modern world a stream-of-consciousness dissection of our orthodox past and the perilous future we can no longer prevent. The power of petroleum may be greater than any society could have ever imagined, especially in the Middle Eastern communities where it’s actually produced.
1950.
Of Palm Trees and Skies by Afra Atiq EN
Country: Asia / United Arab Emirates
United Arab Emirates
Description:
"This collection is a lyrical journey through identity, culture, and resilience, exploring the depths of the human spirit with raw honesty and poetic grace.With raw vulnerability and poetic precision, Atiq weaves together personal narratives and broader societal reflections. Her work is a testament to the enduring power of language to illuminate the complexities of the human heart.Atiq’s ability to seamlessly blend traditional Arabic forms with contemporary expression makes her a truly distinctive voice in contemporary literature." -elfpublishing.me