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January 25, 2025

Start 11:00 AM – End 11:45 AM

Storytime at Chevalier’s Books
133 N Larchmont Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90004

My latest book, My Father’s House, is now available!

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**Reviews for My Father’s House:**

This day in the life is a beautiful, wistful tribute to a beloved homeland.
—Kirkus Reviews

Gloriously colored mixed media illustrations portray the variety of religious structures.
—Booklist

Underscoring Isfahan’s long multicultural history and recalling specific Iranian lifeways.
—Publishers Weekly

Praise for My Grandma and Me

Starred Reviews!

“A lovely book for anyone looking for intergenerational stories for one-on-one or group sharing.” — School Library Journal (starred review)

“In its celebration of specific manifestations of universal love, this is highly recommended for families and educators, Muslim and non- alike, looking to teach children about Islam. A deep and beautiful book modeling grandmothers as heroines.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

“Mina Javaherbin’s autobiographical picture book draws inspiration from her Iranian girlhood and the many ways in which her beloved grandmother taught her about caring and love.” — Shelf Awareness (starred review)

“Together, the narrative and images result in a deeply personal story that offers a broader portrait of a tender familial experience.” — Publishers Weekly

“VERDICT: A lovely book for anyone looking for intergenerational stories for one-on-one or group sharing.” — School Library Journal

“A deep and beautiful book modeling grandmothers as heroines.” — Kirkus

“Decades after playdates and coffee klatches, what lingers longest are the binding memories of unwavering, accepting love.” — Shelf Awareness

“The author reminisces about her Islamic upbringing in Iran and her experiences with Christian neighbors, emphasizing a warm message of friendship, unity, and interfaith understanding.” — Booklist (Top 10 Religion & Spirituality for Youth: 2019)