Adib Khorram

In this companion to the award-winning Darius the Great Is Not Okay, Darius suddenly has it all: a boyfriend, an internship, a spot on the soccer team. It's everything he's ever wanted--but what if he deserves better? Darius Kellner is having a bit of a year. Since his trip to Iran this past spring, a lot has changed. He's getting along with his dad, and his best friend Sohrab is only a Skype call away. Between his first boyfriend, Landon, his varsity soccer practices, and his internship at his favorite tea shop, Darius is feeling pretty okay. Like he finally knows what it means to be Darius Kellner. Then, of course, everything changes. Darius's grandmothers are in town for a long visit while his dad is gone on business, and Darius isn't sure whether they even like him. The internship isn't what Darius thought it would be, and now he doesn't know about turning tea into his career. He was sure he liked Landon, but when he starts hanging out with Chip--soccer teammate and best friend of Trent Bolger, epic bully--well, he's just not so sure about Landon anymore, either. Darius thought he knew exactly who he was and what he wanted, but maybe he was wrong. Maybe he deserves better.

Darius the Great Deserves Better

A smart, sexy YA novel about a boy band star, his first breakup, his first rebound, and what it means to be queer in the public eye, from award-winning author Adib Khorram Hunter never expected to be a boy band star, but, well, here he is. He and his band Kiss & Tell are on their first major tour of North America, playing arenas all over the United States and Canada (and getting covered by the gossipy press all over North America as well). Hunter is the only gay member of the band, and he just had a very painful breakup with his first boyfriend--leaked sexts, public heartbreak, and all--and now everyone expects him to play the perfect queer role model for teens. But Hunter isn't really sure what being the perfect queer kid even means. Does it mean dressing up in whatever The Label tells him to wear for photo shoots and pretending never to have sex? (Unfortunately, yes.) Does it mean finding community among the queer kids at the meet-and-greets after K&T's shows? (Fortunately, yes.) Does it include a new relationship with Kaivan, the star of the band opening for K&T on tour? (He hopes so.) But when The Label finds out about Hunter and Kaivan, it spells trouble--for their relationship, for the perfect gay boy Hunter plays for the cameras, and, most importantly, for Hunter himself.

Kiss & Tell

Darius doesn't think he'll ever be enough, in America or in Iran. Hilarious and heartbreaking, this unforgettable debut introduces a brilliant new voice in contemporary YA. Winner of the William C. Morris Debut Award “Heartfelt, tender, and so utterly real. I’d live in this book forever if I could.” —Becky Albertalli, award-winning author of Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda Darius Kellner speaks better Klingon than Farsi, and he knows more about Hobbit social cues than Persian ones. He’s a Fractional Persian—half, his mom’s side—and his first-ever trip to Iran is about to change his life. Darius has never really fit in at home, and he’s sure things are going to be the same in Iran. His clinical depression doesn’t exactly help matters, and trying to explain his medication to his grandparents only makes things harder. Then Darius meets Sohrab, the boy next door, and everything changes. Soon, they’re spending their days together, playing soccer, eating faludeh, and talking for hours on a secret rooftop overlooking the city’s skyline. Sohrab calls him Darioush—the original Persian version of his name—and Darius has never felt more like himself than he does now that he’s Darioush to Sohrab. Adib Khorram’s brilliant debut is for anyone who’s ever felt not good enough—then met a friend who makes them feel so much better than okay.

Darius the Great Is Not Okay

Love is more complicated “boy meets boy” in bestselling author Adib Khorram’s sharply funny new romantic comedy, set in the sordid world of high school theater As a techie--a stage manager, a lighting guy, a jack-of-all-theatrical-trades-- Jackson Ghasnavi is not a fan of the spotlight. And he isn’t too fond of romance, either, ever since his actor ex-boyfriend decided he was too cool to date a techie freshman year. Jackson’s sister Jasmine, on the other hand, loves love. It just doesn’t love her back. But luckily for her, Jackson is always waiting in wings when she gets her heart broken, ready to cheer her up with a breakup list cataloging of all her ex’s faults. Enter Liam Coquyt: senior, swim captain, hot white boy—and the surprise lead in the fall musical. Even more surprising than how incredible Liam is on the stage is how much Jackson likes spending time with him off it.(Not that Jackson is falling for him. Liam is probably --no, definitely--straight.) So why is Jackson crushed when Jasmine sets her sights on him? And why does the idea of eventually drafting breakup list for Liam feel impossible?

The Breakup Lists

The William C. Morris Award-winning author of Darius the Great Is Not Okay presents a smart, tender, vivacious romantic comedy about mistaken identities, the line between love and sex, and the way one night—and one person—can change your life forever.

When it comes to love, Farzan Alavi is a disaster. After his most recent heartbreak, he’s drowning his sorrows at Kansas City’s newest wine bar. Only instead of being crowded between strangers, he’s escorted to a VIP table for one. There, the hot sommelier does more than treat him to the meal of his life. The way he flirts with Farzan ignites instant sparks. 
 
There’s just one problem: David Curtis thinks Farzan is Frank Allen, Kansas City’s most influential food critic. The truth only comes out after the two spend an unforgettably hot night together. Good news—both think the mix-up is hilarious. Bad news—David is studying to become a master sommelier and has no interest in a relationship. 
 
Neither expects their paths to cross again... until Farzan inherits his family’s bistro and needs David’s restaurant knowledge. The two agree to an exchange: David will answer Farzan’s questions, and Farzan will help David study for his test. Only business turns to pleasure when neither can ignore the attraction still sizzling between them. But with David set on moving after his test, and Farzan committed to his family’s restaurant, how can their relationship last past the expiration date? 

I'll Have What He's Having

Darius der Große fühlt sich klein

Heartstopper meets Eat Pray Love in this swoony, spicy, second-chance romance from USA Today bestselling author Adib Khorram about two former classmates unexpectedly reuniting in Italy.

Ramin Yazdani's marriage proposal has just gone bottoms up: his ex dumped him in public for being boring. Bent on proving him wrong, Ramin books a spontaneous solo trip to Italy. When he runs into his high school crush while in a gelateria, however, his resolve to reinvent himself is put to the test.

Noah Bartlett’s in a rut. Since his divorce, he's become a bit of a homebody. So when his ex-wife insists he join her and their son on an Italian holiday, Noah reluctantly agrees. But his reticence turns to excitement when he sees his former classmate, who's aged just like a fine wine. As a teenager, Ramin fascinated him—and since Noah now knows that fascination was code for crush—all those feelings are quick to come rushing back. 

Soon Ramin and Noah are tumbling headfirst into a relationship. Only Ramin fears Noah’s feelings won’t last without Ramin’s adventurous new persona—and Noah's not sure he can be the supportive partner Ramin deserves. With the days counting down to the end of their trip, can their love last without the magic of Italy?

It Had To Be Him

A picture book celebrating Persian New Year by award-winning author Adib Khorram Kian can't wait for Persian New Year! His family has already made a haft-seen, and Kian's baba and maman told him that all the things on it start with S and will bring them joy in the new year. Kian wonders if he could add just one more S, to make his family even happier. Hmm . . . Sonny the cat's name starts with S--but Sonny knocks the whole table over! Can Kian find seven special somethings to make a new haft seen before his family arrives for their Nowruz celebration?

Seven Special Somethings: A Nowruz Story

Darius der Große verdient mehr

A smart, sexy "perfect romance" about mistaken identities, a no-strings fling, and the way one night—and one person—can change your life forever from the bestselling author of Darius the Great Is Not Okay (Julie Murphy & Sierra Simone, bestselling co-authors of A Merry Little Meet Cute) When it comes to love, substitute teacher Farzan Alavi is a disaster. Newly heartbroken—again—he’s drowning his sorrows at Kansas City’s newest wine bar. Only instead of being crowded between strangers, he’s escorted to a VIP table for one. There, the hot sommelier does more than treat him to the meal of his life. The way he flirts with Farzan ignites instant sparks. There’s just one problem: David Curtis thinks Farzan is Kansas City’s most influential food critic. The truth only comes out after the two spend an unforgettably hot night together. Good news—both think the mix-up is hilarious. Bad news—David is studying to become a master sommelier and has no interest in a relationship. Neither expects their paths to cross again . . . until Farzan inherits his family’s bistro. The two agree to a friends-sans-benefits exchange: David will share his industry knowledge, and Farzan will help David study. Only business turns to pleasure when neither can ignore the attraction still sizzling between them. But with David set on moving cross-country after his test, and Farzan committed to his family’s restaurant, how can their relationship last past the expiration date?

Heartstopper meets Eat Pray Love in this swoony, spicy, second-chance romance from USA Today bestselling author Adib Khorram about two former classmates unexpectedly reuniting in Italy. Ramin Yazdani's marriage proposal has just gone bottoms up: his ex dumped him in public for being boring. Bent on proving him wrong, Ramin books a spontaneous solo trip to Italy. When he runs into his high school crush while in a gelateria, however, his resolve to reinvent himself is put to the test. Noah Bartlett’s in a rut. Since his divorce, he's become a bit of a homebody. So when his ex-wife insists he join her and their son on an Italian holiday, Noah reluctantly agrees. But his reticence turns to excitement when he sees his former classmate, who's aged just like a fine wine. As a teenager, Ramin fascinated him—and since Noah now knows that fascination was code for crush—all those feelings are quick to come rushing back. Soon Ramin and Noah are tumbling headfirst into a relationship. Only Ramin fears Noah’s feelings won’t last without Ramin’s adventurous new persona—and Noah's not sure he can be the supportive partner Ramin deserves. With the days counting down to the end of their trip, can their love last without the magic of Italy?

It Had to Be Him

Tea is a plant. Tea is a ceremony. But most of all, tea is love.

Whether it's part of an elaborate ceremony, or a quiet cup brewed for one, tea holds a special place in the hearts of millions. This poignant, lovely picture book celebrates the practice of tea-drinking across various cultures and countries, and meditates on the many meaning the ritual holds.

Tea Is Love

Darius Kellner fala klingon melhor do que farsi, e sabe mais sobre as condutas sociais dos hobbits do que as persas. Ele está prestes a fazer sua primeira viagem para o Irã, mas se sente desnorteado — principalmente tendo que lidar com a depressão, um pai distante e uma vida social praticamente inexistente. O problema é que Darius nunca se sentiu “persa” o suficiente. O Irã deveria ser tão parte dele quanto os Estados Unidos, mas é estranho chamar de lar um país em que você nunca viveu. Mas quando Darius conhece Sohrab, o menino da casa ao lado, tudo muda. Em pouco tempo eles já estão passando o dia juntos, jogando futebol, comendo faludeh e conversando por horas em um telhado secreto com vista para a cidade inteira. Darius, o Grande, não está nada bem é o primeiro livro de Adib Khorram. A obra ganhou YALSA’s William C. Morris Award de melhor autor estreante para adolescentes, o Asian/Pacific American Literature Association’s Young Adult Award e o Boston Globe-Horn Book Award Honor.

Darius, o grande, não está nada bem

Sucesso global no TikTok, a aguardada continuação de Darius, o Grande, não está nada bem segue a corajosa jornada de autodescoberta de Darius como um adolescente gay e iraniano no ensino médio, vivendo sua primeira paixão, conquistas e inseguranças que colocarão o que ele realmente deseja para si mesmo em xeque. "Khorram explora a interseção entre as identidades iraniana e queer com extrema ternura e realismo. Este livro é como uma xícara de chá, tão reconfortante quanto encorajador. Eu adorei." – ABDI NAZEMIAN, autor de Tipo uma história de amor "A mistura perfeita de aceitação, esperança e amor. Adib Khorram é um dos meus autores favoritos." – KACEN CALLENDER, autore de Felix para sempre A vida de Darius mudou para melhor desde sua viagem para o Irã. Ele está se dando bem com o pai, o melhor amigo está a apenas uma chamada por vídeo de distância, ele estagia no mesmo lugar que Landon, seu namorado, e tem uma vaga no time de futebol da escola. Mas, quando as dívidas da viagem começam a se acumular, Darius percebe que as coisas não estão indo tão bem quanto parecem. Uma situação que só piora quando o amigo Sohrab para de atender suas ligações e Darius começa a questionar se realmente gosta de Landon... Tudo isso faz com que ele se pergunte se de fato descobriu quem é e o que quer para sua vida. Nessa emocionante continuação de Darius, o Grande, não está nada bem, livro YA que conquistou o booktok, Adib Khorram nos mostra que descobrir quem somos e encontrar nosso lugar no mundo é uma jornada com muitas etapas e que tudo bem mudar de ideia no meio caminho. Afinal, Darius não é o único que merece coisa melhor.

Darius, o Grande, merece coisa melhor

Love is more complicated than “boy meets boy” in bestselling author Adib Khorram’s sharply funny new romantic comedy, set in the sordid world of high school theater Jackson Ghasnavi is a lot of things—a techie, a smoothie afficionado, a totally not obsessive list-maker—but one thing he’s not is a romantic. And why would he be? He’s already had a front row seat to his parents’ divorce and picked up the pieces of his sister Jasmine’s broken heart one too many times. No, Jackson is perfectly happy living life behind the scenes—he is a stage manager, after all—and keeping his romantic exploits limited to the breakup lists he makes for Jasmine, which chronicle every flaw (real or imagined) of her various and sundry exes. Enter Liam: the senior swim captain turned leading man that neither of the Ghasnavi siblings stop thinking about. Not that Jackson has a crush, of course. Jasmine is already setting her sights on him and he’s probably—no, definitely—straight anyway. So why does the idea of eventually writing a breakup list for him feel so impossible?

Quand il était enfant, Hunter n’aurait jamais pensé qu’il serait célèbre. Et pourtant, le voilà désormais sous les feux des projecteurs au sein du boys band Kiss & Tell ! Et en tant que seul membre gay de son groupe multiethnique, il a déjà fort à faire pour gérer son image publique : il doit être un modèle pour les personnes queer, répondre aux exigences de son label qui cherche à lui imposer une manière très prude et formatée d’être gay, et tout ça en assurant d’un point de vue professionnel. Dans un tel contexte, comment se remettre de sa rupture encore récente qui est au centre de toutes les attentions ? Pour oublier sa douleur, Hunter tente de se concentrer sur sa carrière. Mais il n’est pas indifférent au charme de Kaivan, le batteur d’un autre groupe de musique... Combien de temps pourra-t-il résister à la pression ?

Kiss & Tell - (VF)

O NOVO LIVRO DO AUTOR BEST-SELLER DE DARIUS, O GRANDE, NÃO ESTÁ NADA BEM Hunter nunca se imaginou como parte de uma boy band, muito menos como alguém que estamparia capas de revista e seria assunto recorrente dos tabloides. Mas agora ele é o único integrante abertamente gay da Kiss & Tell, a boy band mais famosa do mundo e que está prestes a embarcar em uma grande turnê pela América do Norte. Porém, quando detalhes da sua vida pessoal são vazados na internet e ele é forçado a se tornar um modelo gay perfeito a ser seguido, tudo desanda — seja em seu novo relacionamento, no papel que performa diante das câmeras ou, o mais importante, em quem o próprio Hunter quer ser. Do autor de Darius, o grande, não está nada bem Adib Khorram, Aconteceu naquela turnê é uma história divertida e comovente sobre os impactos de ter que ser o representante de toda uma comunidade, enquanto ainda está descobrindo quem realmente é.

Aconteceu naquela turnê

From Award-winning author Adib Khorram comes a unique picture book about what you risk losing when all you care about is winning. Winning is Bijan's favorite thing. And Bijan always wins. But after declaring himself the winner of drawing and dinosaurs and even of lunch, Bijan notices that his friends aren't so keen to play with him. Could it be that some things, like friendship, can't be won?

Bijan Always Wins

Two teen boys grapple with identity and accountability and set off a ripple effect within their community after a school assembly is disrupted by a shouted slur. Freshmen Dayton and Farshid couldn’t be more different—or so it seems. When Dayton takes a dare and shouts the f-slur at a visiting author during a school event, it sets off a chain reaction that forces both boys to face parts of themselves they’d rather ignore. Dayton, grappling with the fallout of his actions, faces rejection from his friends, disappointment from his parents, and a growing awareness of the harm he’s caused. Meanwhile, Farshid is left to untangle his own feelings—about himself and about the quiet struggle of coming to terms with his queerness in a world steeped in heteronormativity. As their lives unexpectedly intersect, Dayton and Farshid must reckon with what kind of men they want to become and whether they have the courage to defy toxic masculinity and societal expectations. Timely, raw, and deeply thought-provoking, this novel is perfect for fans of Jason Reynolds and Nic Stone.

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