Books

Twice the Love

Written by Inda Ahmad Zahri
Illustrated by Nabila Adani
Published by Affirm Press

Hello you and hello … you.
Tell me, is it really true?
Double checking just in case,
twice the babies in one place?
 
Here is a joyful and heartwarming celebration of all the things that happen in twos: twice the cuddles, twice the kisses, twice the milestones, twice the love. From Inda Ahmad Zahri and Nabila Adani comes the perfect gift for every family with twins.

 

Published 30 August 2022.

Order your copy here.

Teacher’s notes are also available for this book, suitable for kindy, prep and lower primary (ages 3 – 7).

 

Night Lights Book Cover

The Legend of The Golden Swan 

Written by Rosemary Coburn.

Illustrated by Inda Ahmad Zahri.

Published by Morris Publishing Australia.

Gretta, the golden swan, was excited to see her beloved royal family arrive for a visit to their country estate. The royal twins and their mother were just as excited to be visiting Gretta for the summer holidays.

But they didn’t know the trouble the twins would find themselves in.

Lost in the forest, the twins waited to be rescued, but didn’t expect it to be Gretta who found them.

Is she clever enough to help the search party find them?

​And will she achieve her fondest wish?

An enchant, old-world chapter book to delight young readers. Perfect for newly-independent readers.

Purchase your copy here.

Night Lights

Written by Inda Ahmad Zahri
Illustrated by Lesley McGee
Published by Little Pink Dog Books

Deep in a tropical village, we find treasures that shine brightly, even in the night.

Set in Malaysia, one of Australia’s vibrant neighbours, Night Lights is a celebration of nature, wonder and memories.

Available September 2021.

https://littlepinkdogbooks.com/2021-books/night-lights/

Fun activities can be found here, beautifully prepared by illustrator Lesley McGee.

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Salih

CBCA Notable Book for Picture Book of the Year 2022

Written by Inda Ahmad Zahri
Illustrated by Anne Ryan
Published by Ford St Publishing

Like a turtle, Salih carries his home on his back. He must cross a raging sea in search of a safe home. Salih paints his happiest memories and sends them as messages in bottles.Will someone find them and understand? Will Salih find a new home?

Available in libraries and bookstores March 1, 2020.

My author’s notes can be found here, and teaching notes with curriculum links and class activities will be added soon.

I am always happy to be contacted if you’d like to engage me for school visits (in-person or virtual), workshops or other events.

Upon release, my books can be found in local independent bookshops and libraries – and if they’re not there yet, you can help by requesting them. Bookshops and libraries are vital to our community. They help authors by hosting book launches, story time, workshops, author talks and book clubs. And they are run by hard-working folk who are passionate about books. Thank you for supporting them!

 

Awards

Salih – CBCA Notable Book for Picture Book of The Year 2022

Melur – winner, ASA Mentorship Award Program 2021

Colours of my Kampung – finalist, We Need Diverse Books mentorship award 2019

Tanuki and the Moon Bears – highly commended, ASA Mentorship award 2019

A Fox’s Wedding – short-listed, Scribbles Creative Award Storyboard Category 2018

Braving the Shadows – 2nd Place, Greenleaf Blossom Chapter Book Competition 2018

Night Lights – long listed Greenleaf Buds Picture Book Competition 2017