Planet Omar: Unexpected Super Spy - by Zanib Mian

About the Book

"Omar and his friends team up to raise money to save his family's favorite mosque, and when the money goes missing, they find the most unlikely culprit"--

Book Synopsis

Omar is back with a big mystery to solve in the second installment of this imaginative, highly-illustrated series.

Omar is always full of ideas!

His family's favorite mosque needs a new roof, and Omar's money-raising plans are brilliant, especially the talent contest at school. It's a huge success, but the next day, the money is missing!

Omar needs all of his super-spy creativity to track down the thief. And when the truth is revealed, even Omar's imaginative mind is blown!

Review Quotes

"This sequel to Accidental Trouble Magnet (2020) retains the lighthearted humor of the first and continues to seamlessly weave Islamic and Pakistani cultures and Arabic and Urdu terms into the everyday lives and practices of Omar's British Pakistani family. . . . [It] focuses on the importance of community and the spaces that foster identity, growth, and love. A charming follow-up for an endearing hero." -Kirkus Reviews

"This highly-illustrated mystery will be devoured by any kid that reads it . . . Perfect to bridge the chapter book/graphic novel divide." -Here & Now, WBUR

About the Author

Zanib Mian was a science teacher before launching a small independent publisher, Muslim Children's Books. Passionate about representation in children's publishing, she is on the panel of judges for the prestigious Young Muslim Writers Awards.

Nasaya Mafaridik is based in Indonesia. Self-taught, she has a passion for children's books and bright, colourful stationery.