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Reda Zayed

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in القاهرة, Egypt

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Reda Zayed is an Egyptian novelist steadily carving out his place on the global literary stage, driven by a deep-rooted passion for storytelling that has accompanied him since his early years. He began his journey writing short stories, honing his creative voice, before expanding into novels, where he has made a distinct impact in both adult and children’s literature.

His works, including *The Oil Train theft* and *Holivera*, are distinguished by tightly woven narratives that blend mystery and suspense while boldly delving into the depths of the human psyche, exposing its complexities and vulnerabilities. Zayed does not write merely to tell stories; he crafts literary worlds that serve as mirrors reflecting human struggles and the evolving n ...more

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Oil train theft

📚 A Thrilling Novel That Takes You on a Journey Through Suspense and Justice!
Have you ever wondered how injustice can transform victims into heroes?
Discover the answer in Oil Train Theft, a captivating literary work that masterfully blends suspense, human drama, and brilliant engineering imagination.
✨ About the Novel: In a world dominated by power and corruption, a group of engineers and workers f Read more of this blog post »

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	Holivera 4.41 avg rating — 29 ratings — published 2024 — 10 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Rudy the Champion: A Brave Journey: How a Child Overcame the Impossible to Save His Sister" it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 4 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	OIL TRAIN THEFT: It wasn’t theft for gain—it was a final attempt to restore what justice had lost. it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 4 ratings — 11 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Treasure of Paris it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 3 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Story Animal Comedy it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 3 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Alexander and the Little Pharaoh: An English Boy’s Adventure in the Land of the Pharaohs it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 3 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Felfel and Papa it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 3 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Deceived King by Reda Zayed (Goodreads Author), Reda Zaid it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 3 ratings — 5 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	HOLIVERA NOVEL: The story of an American girl who knew nothing but pain yet turned her wounds into light and carved her name into the world as a symbol of hope and humanity. 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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Reda Zayed and 3 other people liked Daniel Carter's review of Holivera: " From its very first scene, Holivera immediately captured my attention. The mother's overwhelming panic and the desperate way she scanned the faces of the buyers created a powerful opening filled with tension and emotional weight. It was the kind of i" Read more of this review »
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Reda Zayed and 13 other people liked Liam Anderson's review of Holivera: "Holivera boldly explores the issue of psychological bullying—not only the kind inflicted by others, but the far more destructive form that people inflict upon themselves. It gives voice to that relentless inner critic that convinces a person they are" Read more of this review »
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Reda Zayed and 11 other people liked Oskar Schneider's review of Holivera: "I didn't feel as though I had simply closed the pages of a story; I felt as if I had completed a long journey through the human soul—with all its vulnerability, fears, and relentless search for safety. Holivera is not a novel that merely tells a stor" Read more of this review »
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Reda Zayed added a status update: In a world where mercy has disappeared and people hide behind masks just to survive, Holivera was forced to face life alone. She grew up in a city that had no sympathy for the weak — a place where people were valued by what they owned, not by what they felt. Poverty, humiliation, and cruel judgment followed her everywhere. She walked with a visible limp, but inside her lived a spirit stronger than everyon
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Some horror novels try to scare you with monsters. The Fisherman unsettles you with grief. What stayed with me long after I finished wasn't the supernatural mystery surrounding Dutchman's Creek, but the quiet friendship between Abe and Dan. Two men ...more
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A wonderful book that reflects deep psychological analysis and individual personality; I recommend reading it.
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message 4: by Reda

May 18, 2026 03:07PM

📚 Dear friends on Goodreads,

I’m your friend, novelist Reda Zayed, and currently the only representative from the Middle East in the global AllAuthor Book Cover competition, with only two days left before voting closes.

The cover of my novel *Oil Train Theft* has reached the final stage of the competition, and I truly need your support at this important moment.

❤️ Voting is very simple:
Search on Google or on the AllAuthor platform for:
**Oil Train Theft – Reda Zayed**

Then:
❤️ Click the red heart on the book cover.
❤️ Sign in with Facebook if requested.
❤️ Check the ✔️ box to confirm your vote.

Your vote will not only support a book cover, but also support the journey of a writer from the Middle East reaching a global platform.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart to everyone standing beside me and supporting me. 🌍❤️

#OilTrainTheft #RedaZayed #AllAuthor #BookCoverContest #Goodreads #BookLovers #AuthorSupport
OIL TRAIN THEFT: It wasn’t theft for gain—it was a final attempt to restore what justice had lost.

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message 3: by Reda

May 11, 2026 01:35PM

تمام—دي النسخة المعدلة بدون أي روابط، وجاهزة للنشر على جودريدز بشكل آمن:

📚 أصدقائي الأعزاء وقرائي الكرام،

يسعدني جدًا أن أشارككم خبرًا رائعًا:
لقد تأهل غلاف روايتي *سرقة قطار النفط* إلى **المرحلة الثانية** في المسابقة العالمية لاختيار أفضل غلاف رواية على منصة AllAuthor لعام 2026، وبعد آلاف المشاركات أصبحت المنافسة الآن أقوى وأصعب من أي وقت مضى.

وجود الرواية بين الأغلفة المتأهلة عالميًا هو شرف كبير لي، وأتمنى دعمكم في هذه المرحلة المهمة.

❤️ طريقة التصويت بسيطة جدًا:
❤️ ابحثوا عن اسم الرواية أو اسمي داخل مسابقة AllAuthor الخاصة بغلاف الشهر.
❤️ اضغطوا على القلب الأحمر على غلاف الكتاب.
❤️ سجّلوا الدخول عبر فيسبوك إذا طُلب منكم ذلك.
❤️ أكملوا التصويت بوضع علامة ✔️ للتأكيد.

كل صوت منكم يصنع فرقًا حقيقيًا، ودعمكم هو الدافع الأكبر لي للاستمرار.

شكرًا لكم من القلب دائمًا.

📚 Dear friends and readers,

I’m happy to share some exciting news:
The cover of my novel *Oil Train Theft* has advanced to the **second round** of the global Book Cover of the Month competition on AllAuthor for 2026. After thousands of entries, the competition has become even more intense.

Being among the selected covers worldwide is a great honor, and I would truly appreciate your support in this stage.

❤️ How to vote:
❤️ Search for the book title or my name in the AllAuthor Cover of the Month contest.
❤️ Click the red heart on the book cover.
❤️ Sign in with Facebook if required.
❤️ Complete the vote by confirming the ✔️ checkbox.

Every single vote makes a real difference. Thank you for your continued support and encouragement.
OIL TRAIN THEFT: It wasn’t theft for gain—it was a final attempt to restore what justice had lost.

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message 2: by Reda

May 02, 2026 02:25PM

📚 Dear Goodreads friends,

I’m excited to share that the cover of my novel, Oil Train Theft, has been selected for AllAuthor’s Cover of the Month competition for May 2026.

I would be truly grateful for your support. To vote, simply visit AllAuthor and search for Oil Train Theft in the Cover of the Month contest.

Voting is quick and easy:
❤️ Click the red heart on the cover.
❤️ Sign in using your Facebook account.
❤️ Return to the voting page.
❤️ Check the confirmation box to complete your vote.

Thank you so much for your support and encouragement. Every vote means a lot.

#OilTrainTheft #RedaZayed #AllAuthor #BookCoverContest #IndieAuthor #BookLoversOIL TRAIN THEFT: It wasn’t theft for gain—it was a final attempt to restore what justice had lost.

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message 1: by Reda

Apr 15, 2026 04:06PM

The Deceived King

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