GREAT RECEPTION TO OMAR: Omar has been chosen as a Global Read Aloud, NPR Best Book of the Year, Kirkus Best Book of the Year, and a USBBY Outstanding International Book Selection among many other accolades.

COLLECT ALL 4 BOOKS: When this book pubs there will be 4 Planet Omar books out in the span of less than two years, keeping Omar at the front of shelves and kids’ minds.

WE NEED DIVERSE BOOKS: This is an important series that Zanib Mian wrote for children who do not normally see themselves in stories about everyday struggles.

PROBLEM-SOLVING SKILLS: Omar’s wonderful point of view shows that with a little creativity and a lot of love, life’s biggest problems can always be solved, even if it’s not in the way you thought.

POIGNANT AND HUMOROUS: Omar’s narration is friendly, funny, and accessible. It’s a wonderful mixture of breezy and thoughtful as the highs and lows of the story play out.

ENERGETIC AND VISUAL PACKAGE: Illustrations and bold design throughout highlight Omar’s big imagination and positive outlook on life. The paper-over-board format is perfect for backpacks and bus rides.

PAPERBACKS COMING!: Plans are in the works for Omar paperbacks to start coming out in spring 2023.

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.

Author Residence: England

Kyan Cheng is a UK-based illustrator working mostly in publishing and greeting cards. Kyan's most recent work includes Bella Broomstick series by Lou Kuenzler. When Kyan is not busy drawing or crafting, they love to cook, spend time with family and friends, and explore the great outdoors!

Illustrator Residence: Bristol, England

Planet Omar: Accidental Trouble Magnet Accolades:

Global Read Aloud 

NPR Best Book of the Year 

Kirkus Best Book of the Year 

USBBY Outstanding International Book Selection

Top 10 NYPL Best book of the year

Amazon Best Book of the Month

Nominated for the Middle East Book Award

Fuse #8 Great Middle Grade Novels of 2020 list

Bluestem Book Award Nominee (Illinois)

Maine Student Book Award Nominee



Praise for Planet Omar: Incredible Rescue Mission:

“Mian’s narrative of British Pakistani Muslim Omar and his family, friends, and neighbors continues to be delightfully charming with laugh-out-loud humor. The family’s trip to Pakistan allows readers to explore Pakistani culture alongside the family. Omar’s nuanced observations about poverty and class in the country his grandparents emigrated from highlight elements that are often ignored or accepted as normal to adults.”—Kirkus Reviews



Praise for Planet Omar: Unexpected Super Spy:

“This sequel… 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  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



Praise for Planet Omar: Accidental Trouble Magnet:

“A relatable and hilarious story…Exploding with personality and imagination, Omar is an easy character to love.” —Booklist, starred review