I am so excited to be partnering with my favorite local bookstore, PAGES in Manhattan Beach, to offer signed copies to all who preorder from them. Whether you live in the South Bay or across the country, order here to get a signed copy of Daughters of the Lamp when it debuts. If you’ve already […]
Thank you, Booklist, for this beautiful review and for recognizing the themes that were so important for me to explore in Daughters of the Lamp. Check out the full review below: “A memorable adventure that’s as exciting as it is insightful.” When Sahara’s father surprises her with a trip to his Egyptian hometown for a […]
CALLING ALL TEACHERS, LIBRARIANS, AND PARENTS: One of the things I miss most about teaching is reading aloud to my students. Particularly, during difficult times. Sacred and healing are the words that come to mind when I think of those moments. I wrote the story of Little Sunbird shortly after October 7th as a way to […]
Another excellent trade review is in. This one is from Publishers Weekly. Check out the full review below: … A FULFILLING, ATMOSPHERIC STORY IN WHICH LEWERS DRAWS ON ARABIAN MYTH AND EGYPTIAN CULTURE TO WEAVE A FAST-PACED MAGICAL TALE OF FAMILY, DESTINY, AND BELONGING. In 985 CE Baghdad, Ali Baba’s tween servant Morgana is forced […]
I’m thrilled to announce that Daughters of the Lamp is a Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection. I am so honored by this distinction and grateful that my novel will have the opportunity to be on library shelves across the U.S. May it pass through the enchanted hands of librarians to all the young readers […]
The first trade review of Daughters of the Lamp is in, and it’s a star from Kirkus! Check out the full review below: An engaging fantasy inspired by a classic tale that’s guaranteed to leave readers eager for more. Egyptian American Sahara comes to value her dual cultural heritage when her first trip to her […]
The recent devastating events in Israel and Gaza are difficult for us as adults to comprehend and can leave us at a loss for words when it comes to talking to the children in our lives. Check out these resources recommended by the Bank Street Graduate School of Education for guidance.
I am so honored that the Indies Introduce Kids panel has selected Daughters of the Lamp as one of the Top 10 titles debuting in the Winter/Spring 2024. A HUGE thank you to the panel, especially Andi Richardson from Fountain Bookstore in Richmond, Virginia, who called to let me know my book had been selected. Congratulations […]
I am over the moon with excitement to reveal the cover for Daughters of the Lamp. Look at this gorgeous art by Yuta Onoda and design by Maria Fazio. A-MAZ-ING!!! They nailed my heroines, 12-year-old Sahara and her ancestor Morgana, and the atmosphere of old-world adventure I sought to create. I can’t wait for you […]
Welcome readers. I am so happy you’re here and can’t wait to connect with you as I prepare for the launch of my first middle grade novel, Daughters of the Lamp. Stay tuned here for upcoming news and events. Guidelines: Ditch your expectations and be open to magical surprises. Talk soon, Nedda 🙃
Nedda Lewers is an Egyptian American author and former teacher. She writes books that take children on fun adventures and feature characters who are trying to make sense of the big, complicated world and their place in it.