Embarking on Umrah Journey - by Ghaffar (Paperback)

About the Book

Join Sumayyah and Yahya, as they join their parents, for a remarkable Umrah journey in Saudi Arabia! They enjoy the fascinating
and spiritual holy cities of Makkah and Madinah. It is truly an unforgettable experience for both children. They learn so much about history, culture, traditions, and diversity.

Book Synopsis

Join Sumayyah and Yahya, as they join their parents, for a remarkable Umrah journey in Saudi Arabia! They enjoy the fascinating
and spiritual holy cities of Makkah and Madinah. They visit various historical sites and explore the rich culture. They get to enjoy delicious foods and shopping. It is truly an unforgettable experience for both children. They learn so much about history, culture, traditions, and diversity.

About the Author

Dr. Sadia Abdul Ghaffar graduated from University of California at Davis, with Bachelor's degree in Genetics, along with Double Minor in English Literature and Religious Studies. She completed medical school at Western University of Health Sciences. She is a psychiatrist, serving children, adolescents, and adults. Dr. Ghaffar grew up in Chicago, and as a child, participated and volunteered in library summer reading programs, attended Scholastic Book Fairs at school, attended creative writing program in winter break. She wrote numerous essays & stories for school and won awards. Her family encouraged her to pursue her aspirations of writing. Dr. Ghaffar is an enthusiastic writer and enjoys learning about the amazing cultures and countries that encompass our diverse world. She wants to create innovative concepts using the lens of a child's perspective in exploring the interesting world around them.
Debby Rahmalia is an illustrator and artist based in Indonesia with a passion for storytelling. She graduated from Bandung Institute of Technology. She was encouraged to pursue her dream after she had her first baby and has been illustrating ever since. She enjoys creating enchanting illustrations with whimsy, wit, and charm to provide diverse works that showcase an array of cultures and people. Taking inspiration from the arts, great-thought leaders, and childhood wonder, Debby hopes to entertain young readers and adults with her illustrations.