Sarvenaz Tash was born in Tehran, Iran, grew up on Long Island, and graduated with a BFA in Film and Television from NYU. Her previous novels include The Geek's Guide to Unrequited Love and A Whole Song and Dance. Though her books run the gamut of genres and age groups, they're tied together by her strong voice and affinity for joyful, diverse, humorous stories with heart. She has dabbled in all sorts of writing including screenwriting, copywriting, and professional tweeting for the likes of Bravo and MTV. Sarvenaz currently lives in Brooklyn with her family.

"A charming, warm-hearted tale that reads like a classic. This book is for the kids who curl up in corners of the library, reading for hours at a time and daydreaming of mystery and adventure. Themes of family, friendship, and courage abound, and Roya and Amin make for a truly delightful and dynamic duo." --Claire Legrand, New York Times bestselling author of Some Kind of Happiness

"A clever feat of physics and fun. Sarvenaz Tash is an expert at writing bold concepts with masterful nuance and tenderness. I love this mystery!" --Lauren Magaziner, author of the Case Closed series

"Hand to fans of Ellen Raskin and Rebecca Stead. . . . this book provides the right level of mystery, daring characters who learn to stand up for their friends, and a big-hearted ending that'll wrap you in a hug." --Booklist

"Dusted with speculative elements, this cozy and surprising mystery by Tash features appealing and perceptively drawn characters coping with genuinely wrought emotions in a vivid setting." --Publishers Weekly

"An intrepid mystery with unexpected sci-fi ­elements, this story packs an emotional punch similar to Kelly Yang's Front Desk." --School Library Journal

"Entirely original, and the characters are distinct individuals whose worries, quirks, and foibles will engage readers' sympathies" --Kirkus Reviews

Publisher: Bound to Stay Bound Books

Pub date: 2024-09-03

Length: 234 pages