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The Clout of Gen
is Ahmad Ardalan's first Novel, it is a Fictional Suspense. A novel that makes you wonder if everything around is exactly what it seems to be.
A simple summary:
The Clout of Gen can be found at the following:
*Amazon Kindle edition at
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Kindle Fans
A simple summary:
Newspaper reporter John Teddy’s miserable life is turned upside down when he uncovers a voice from the past—a voice that suspiciously knows far too much about the would-be future. John’s natural curiosity to understand the hidden message takes him to places he never imagined seeing, and ongoing conspiracies he never thought existed. The more John gets involved, the more he is led towards mysteries that are beyond his understanding. The circle of people involved grows bigger stretching from west to east; each step forward is like a step backward.
The Clout of Gen can be found at the following:
*Amazon Kindle edition at
USA & Most of the world http://www.amazon.com/dp/B008J0BSZO
UK http://www.amazon.co.uk/The-Clout-of-...
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Clo...
Kindle Fans
The Clout of Gen
The Clout Of Gen
This Time-Travel Suspense, is a mystery fiction that deals with conspiracy stretched for decades.
"What if major events in history have been planned decades ahead?"
Newspaper reporter John Teddy’s miserable life is turned upside down when he uncovers a voice from the past—a voice that suspiciously knows far too much about the would-be future. John’s natural curiosity to understand the hidden message takes him to places he never imagined seeing, and ongoing conspiracies he never thought existed. The more John gets involved, the more he is led towards mysteries that are beyond his understanding. The circle of people involved grows bigger stretching from west to east; each step forward is like a step backward.
Amazon:http://www.amazon.com/dp/B008J0BSZO
Kobo:https://www.kobo.com/ww/en/ebook/the-...
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Ahmad Ardalan
This Time-Travel Suspense, is a mystery fiction that deals with conspiracy stretched for decades.
"What if major events in history have been planned decades ahead?"
Newspaper reporter John Teddy’s miserable life is turned upside down when he uncovers a voice from the past—a voice that suspiciously knows far too much about the would-be future. John’s natural curiosity to understand the hidden message takes him to places he never imagined seeing, and ongoing conspiracies he never thought existed. The more John gets involved, the more he is led towards mysteries that are beyond his understanding. The circle of people involved grows bigger stretching from west to east; each step forward is like a step backward.
Amazon:http://www.amazon.com/dp/B008J0BSZO
Kobo:https://www.kobo.com/ww/en/ebook/the-...
Barnes and Noble:https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-...
Smashwords:https://www.smashwords.com/books/view...
Apple & Other Platforms:https://www.books2read.com/u/bzaPZD
Thanks!
Ahmad Ardalan
~Matt Vol I~ 23/1/2015 Release Date
Mark your calendars!
My Latest novel Matt Vol I is available for Pre-order now. Its official release has been set to 23/1/2015.
The novel is the beginning of a Short Story Thriller Series. At the same date of release Matt Vol II: Chaos in Dubai will be ready for Pre order.
"They murdered my wife two years ago...
Tonight, you die.
I am Matt, your nightmare!"
On a quiet night like any other, Matt, a successful entrepreneur, returns home to his gorgeous villa, only to find his wife brutally murdered. A soft verdict against the culprits, a gang of violent teenagers, spins Matt's relatively calm and collected demeanor into something far more sinister. In a manic rage, he seeks vengeance for what has been stolen from him, and he lashes out against the weak system. Sleepless, lonely, tormented nights torture him, filling his head and his heart with frustration, hate, and anger, unleashing an entirely different side of the man--a monster even he did not know existed within him. From Berlin to Rome to Paris, the great cities of the world suffer in the wake of his wrath, as brutal, barbaric killings seem to be the only temporary antidote for his fuming, blood-boiling rage. His victims, so easily deprived of life, seem to be the only cure, the only way to soothe his yearning for revenge, or are they?
Matt Vol I can be found :
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00QKVWNLW
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Ahmad Ardalan
My Latest novel Matt Vol I is available for Pre-order now. Its official release has been set to 23/1/2015.
The novel is the beginning of a Short Story Thriller Series. At the same date of release Matt Vol II: Chaos in Dubai will be ready for Pre order.
"They murdered my wife two years ago...
Tonight, you die.
I am Matt, your nightmare!"
On a quiet night like any other, Matt, a successful entrepreneur, returns home to his gorgeous villa, only to find his wife brutally murdered. A soft verdict against the culprits, a gang of violent teenagers, spins Matt's relatively calm and collected demeanor into something far more sinister. In a manic rage, he seeks vengeance for what has been stolen from him, and he lashes out against the weak system. Sleepless, lonely, tormented nights torture him, filling his head and his heart with frustration, hate, and anger, unleashing an entirely different side of the man--a monster even he did not know existed within him. From Berlin to Rome to Paris, the great cities of the world suffer in the wake of his wrath, as brutal, barbaric killings seem to be the only temporary antidote for his fuming, blood-boiling rage. His victims, so easily deprived of life, seem to be the only cure, the only way to soothe his yearning for revenge, or are they?
Matt Vol I can be found :
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00QKVWNLW
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Ahmad Ardalan
~New Cover~ The Gardener of Baghdad
“For those who believe in love at all costs, this one is for you..”
The Gardener of Baghdad
"Two people, one city, different times; connected by a memoir. Can love exist in a city destined for decades of misery?"
To enjoy the golden era of Baghdad, visit:
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Ahmad Ardalan
The Gardener of Baghdad
"Two people, one city, different times; connected by a memoir. Can love exist in a city destined for decades of misery?"
To enjoy the golden era of Baghdad, visit:
USA http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00M91LJGW
UK http://goo.gl/hlOVFS
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Ahmad Ardalan
Belief!
"With belief, a dream becomes a reality"
Three years ago, I ventured into the land of self-publishing. I had a dream, a vision, that one day, I would hold a book that had my name on it. Two days ago, my dream became true.
July 2012, I self-published a mystery called "The Clout Of Gen" as an eBook.
July 2014, the same way, but this time it was a novel to a city I call home "The Gardener of Baghdad".
Within a few months, Matt Vol I: as well as Matt Vol II: & Matt Vol III: Hunterman were published. Day by day, the reviews were coming. Then the emails, most of them praising the books at the same time, asking the same question...
"When will there be a Paperback? Something we can hold?"
My answer is Now!
Twenty years, ago, there was an unjust embargo on Iraq. It was hard for me to get newly published books to read, even books that had been published three or five years ago. And now, with the support and help of many, I have published two of my own.
There is nothing, a person can not do, if he or she had the will. A dream is a dream, if you allow it to stay so!
The Gardener of Baghdad
~Amazon~ http://amzn.to/1KBmnFq
~CreateSpace~ https://www.createspace.com/5624171
The Clout of Gen
~Amazon~ http://amzn.to/1eDhJII
~Createspace~ https://www.createspace.com/5634076
Three years ago, I ventured into the land of self-publishing. I had a dream, a vision, that one day, I would hold a book that had my name on it. Two days ago, my dream became true.
July 2012, I self-published a mystery called "The Clout Of Gen" as an eBook.
July 2014, the same way, but this time it was a novel to a city I call home "The Gardener of Baghdad".
Within a few months, Matt Vol I: as well as Matt Vol II: & Matt Vol III: Hunterman were published. Day by day, the reviews were coming. Then the emails, most of them praising the books at the same time, asking the same question...
"When will there be a Paperback? Something we can hold?"
My answer is Now!
Twenty years, ago, there was an unjust embargo on Iraq. It was hard for me to get newly published books to read, even books that had been published three or five years ago. And now, with the support and help of many, I have published two of my own.
There is nothing, a person can not do, if he or she had the will. A dream is a dream, if you allow it to stay so!
The Gardener of Baghdad
~Amazon~ http://amzn.to/1KBmnFq
~CreateSpace~ https://www.createspace.com/5624171
The Clout of Gen
~Amazon~ http://amzn.to/1eDhJII
~Createspace~ https://www.createspace.com/5634076
~Matt Vol I~ Free eBook Promotion!
Download your free Copies!
Matt Vol I is the beginning of a Short Story Thriller Series. It will be available for free starting 7/6 till 7/11.
"They murdered my wife two years ago...
Tonight, you die.
I am Matt, your nightmare!"
On a quiet night like any other, Matt, a successful entrepreneur, returns home to his gorgeous villa, only to find his wife brutally murdered. A soft verdict against the culprits, a gang of violent teenagers, spins Matt's relatively calm and collected demeanor into something far more sinister. In a manic rage, he seeks vengeance for what has been stolen from him, and he lashes out against the weak system. Sleepless, lonely, tormented nights torture him, filling his head and his heart with frustration, hate, and anger, unleashing an entirely different side of the man--a monster even he did not know existed within him. From Berlin to Rome to Paris, the great cities of the world suffer in the wake of his wrath, as brutal, barbaric killings seem to be the only temporary antidote for his fuming, blood-boiling rage. His victims, so easily deprived of life, seem to be the only cure, the only way to soothe his yearning for revenge, or are they?
Matt Vol I can be found :
Amazon US: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00QKVWNLW
Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00QKVWNLW/
Amazon Australia: https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B00QKVWNLW/
Amazon Canada: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00QKVWNLW/
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Ahmad Ardalan
Matt Vol I is the beginning of a Short Story Thriller Series. It will be available for free starting 7/6 till 7/11.
"They murdered my wife two years ago...
Tonight, you die.
I am Matt, your nightmare!"
On a quiet night like any other, Matt, a successful entrepreneur, returns home to his gorgeous villa, only to find his wife brutally murdered. A soft verdict against the culprits, a gang of violent teenagers, spins Matt's relatively calm and collected demeanor into something far more sinister. In a manic rage, he seeks vengeance for what has been stolen from him, and he lashes out against the weak system. Sleepless, lonely, tormented nights torture him, filling his head and his heart with frustration, hate, and anger, unleashing an entirely different side of the man--a monster even he did not know existed within him. From Berlin to Rome to Paris, the great cities of the world suffer in the wake of his wrath, as brutal, barbaric killings seem to be the only temporary antidote for his fuming, blood-boiling rage. His victims, so easily deprived of life, seem to be the only cure, the only way to soothe his yearning for revenge, or are they?
Matt Vol I can be found :
Amazon US: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00QKVWNLW
Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00QKVWNLW/
Amazon Australia: https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B00QKVWNLW/
Amazon Canada: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00QKVWNLW/
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Ahmad Ardalan
Books about Baghdad
Hi All!
I have been reading a lot through the selections of most readers here. I have noticed that almost all books read about Iraq, were written by non Iraqis. Being an English writing Iraqi author, that has sold over 16,000 copies worldwide. I would love it if you could read one of my novels next time when it comes to Iraq.
A quick look at my novels:
The Gardener of Baghdad
"Two people, one city, different times; connected by a memoir. Can love exist in a city destined for decades of misery?"
Adnan leads a weary existence as a bookshop owner in modern-day, war-torn Baghdad, where bombings, corruption and assault are everyday occurrences and the struggle to survive has suffocated the joy out of life for most. But when he begins to clean out his bookshop of forty years to leave his city in search of somewhere safer, he comes across the story of Ali, the Gardener of Baghdad, Adnan rediscovers through a memoir handwritten by the gardener decades ago that beauty, love and hope can still exist, even in the darkest corners of the world.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00M91LJGW
Baghdad: The Final Gathering
This heartfelt novel spans through five decades in this once peaceful city.
"Wars, an embargo, and forbidden love in this once peaceful city...."
With the drums of war just weeks away, Omar invites all those closest to his heart for lunch at his lavish villa overlooking the Tigris River of Baghdad. He can't help but smile at the faces that have graced his eventful life that spans from an interesting childhood, the two Gulf Wars, and the inhumane embargo that crippled the nation. Loved ones come together, probably for the last time, in the city their ancestors called Baghdad or Baghdadu, "God’s Gift."
Memories upon memories linger in Omar's head. He has survived times of struggle, holding on to hope and love along the way. As he reflects on his journey, as a man destined to live a hard life in tumultuous times, he ponders a clouded future, on the brink of unknown change.
Baghdad: The Final Gathering: Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01K4YX4V8/
Kobo:https://www.kobo.com/ww/en/ebook/bagh...
Barnes and Noble:https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/bagh...
GooglePlay:https://play.google.com/store/books/d...
ibook Store & Other Platforms:https://www.books2read.com/u/bzaZgj
Ahmad Ardalan Author Page: http://www.ahmadardalan.net/
Enjoy the beauty of Baghdad!
Ahmad Ardalan
I have been reading a lot through the selections of most readers here. I have noticed that almost all books read about Iraq, were written by non Iraqis. Being an English writing Iraqi author, that has sold over 16,000 copies worldwide. I would love it if you could read one of my novels next time when it comes to Iraq.
A quick look at my novels:
The Gardener of Baghdad
"Two people, one city, different times; connected by a memoir. Can love exist in a city destined for decades of misery?"
Adnan leads a weary existence as a bookshop owner in modern-day, war-torn Baghdad, where bombings, corruption and assault are everyday occurrences and the struggle to survive has suffocated the joy out of life for most. But when he begins to clean out his bookshop of forty years to leave his city in search of somewhere safer, he comes across the story of Ali, the Gardener of Baghdad, Adnan rediscovers through a memoir handwritten by the gardener decades ago that beauty, love and hope can still exist, even in the darkest corners of the world.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00M91LJGW
Baghdad: The Final Gathering
This heartfelt novel spans through five decades in this once peaceful city.
"Wars, an embargo, and forbidden love in this once peaceful city...."
With the drums of war just weeks away, Omar invites all those closest to his heart for lunch at his lavish villa overlooking the Tigris River of Baghdad. He can't help but smile at the faces that have graced his eventful life that spans from an interesting childhood, the two Gulf Wars, and the inhumane embargo that crippled the nation. Loved ones come together, probably for the last time, in the city their ancestors called Baghdad or Baghdadu, "God’s Gift."
Memories upon memories linger in Omar's head. He has survived times of struggle, holding on to hope and love along the way. As he reflects on his journey, as a man destined to live a hard life in tumultuous times, he ponders a clouded future, on the brink of unknown change.
Baghdad: The Final Gathering: Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01K4YX4V8/
Kobo:https://www.kobo.com/ww/en/ebook/bagh...
Barnes and Noble:https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/bagh...
GooglePlay:https://play.google.com/store/books/d...
ibook Store & Other Platforms:https://www.books2read.com/u/bzaZgj
Ahmad Ardalan Author Page: http://www.ahmadardalan.net/
Enjoy the beauty of Baghdad!
Ahmad Ardalan
The Boy of the Mosque by Ahmad Ardalan
"The Boy of the Mosque" official release
My latest novella The Boy of the Mosque is available now in all formats (eBook and Paperback)
Synopsis
In the Year 1258, Baghdad, the capital of the great Abbasid Caliphate, fell to the Moguls. Within hours, the city of enlightenment was swallowed up by darkness, another society becoming a victim of hatred and greed. The mighty Tigris flowed with blue and red, the blood of its people and the ink from the age-old scrolls of knowledge, all heartlessly washed away. In spite of the turmoil and chaos, twelve families managed to flee. Far away they wandered, leaving behind their beautiful homeland that had been reduced to death and rubble. Together, that remnant from Baghdad established a new community, one that lived in peace and harmony for centuries. Centuries later, in 2017, mercenaries and militias took over that charming village, threatening to destroy the happy existence the people had worked so hard to rebuild. What will be the fate of those innocent people and their heritage? That hangs in the balance as all must rely on one man, The Boy of the Mosque.
Kindle
Amazon USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079TQCX49/
Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B079TQCX49/
Amazon Canada: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B079TQCX49/
Amazon Australia: https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B079TQCX49/
Paperback
Amazon USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1984982680/
Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1984982680/
Amazon Canada: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/1984982680/
Amazon Australia: https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/1984982680/
Ahmad Ardalan Author Page: http://www.ahmadardalan.net/
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Ahmad Ardalan
My latest novella The Boy of the Mosque is available now in all formats (eBook and Paperback)
Synopsis
In the Year 1258, Baghdad, the capital of the great Abbasid Caliphate, fell to the Moguls. Within hours, the city of enlightenment was swallowed up by darkness, another society becoming a victim of hatred and greed. The mighty Tigris flowed with blue and red, the blood of its people and the ink from the age-old scrolls of knowledge, all heartlessly washed away. In spite of the turmoil and chaos, twelve families managed to flee. Far away they wandered, leaving behind their beautiful homeland that had been reduced to death and rubble. Together, that remnant from Baghdad established a new community, one that lived in peace and harmony for centuries. Centuries later, in 2017, mercenaries and militias took over that charming village, threatening to destroy the happy existence the people had worked so hard to rebuild. What will be the fate of those innocent people and their heritage? That hangs in the balance as all must rely on one man, The Boy of the Mosque.
Kindle
Amazon USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079TQCX49/
Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B079TQCX49/
Amazon Canada: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B079TQCX49/
Amazon Australia: https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B079TQCX49/
Paperback
Amazon USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1984982680/
Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1984982680/
Amazon Canada: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/1984982680/
Amazon Australia: https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/1984982680/
Ahmad Ardalan Author Page: http://www.ahmadardalan.net/
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Ahmad Ardalan
The Art Collector of Le Marais
Yesterday I received the first edited draft of my latest literary fiction novel The Art Collector of Le Marais. I expect to work on it for the next few weeks. I am targeting early next year for its release.
For now, you can have a peek at its synopsis:
In the city of lights, Paris, the art capital of the world, how can one man stand above the rest?
Ever since young Sebastian heard of his grandfather’s chance meeting with the great Victor Hugo in 1877, he had been interested in literature, paintings, and poetry. Wandering around various libraries and museums at an early age only stirred that curiosity into an immense passion within him, a deep love and desire for art.
After realizing his dream of opening a gallery in the Le Marais district of Paris, Sebastian faces one hurdle after another. Bad luck, Betrayal, revenge, and fierce competition carry him to the verge of total collapse and failure, but through it all, one question remained: How much of his life would Sebastian sacrifice for art, his first true love?
Until then....
Ahmad Ardalan
For now, you can have a peek at its synopsis:
In the city of lights, Paris, the art capital of the world, how can one man stand above the rest?
Ever since young Sebastian heard of his grandfather’s chance meeting with the great Victor Hugo in 1877, he had been interested in literature, paintings, and poetry. Wandering around various libraries and museums at an early age only stirred that curiosity into an immense passion within him, a deep love and desire for art.
After realizing his dream of opening a gallery in the Le Marais district of Paris, Sebastian faces one hurdle after another. Bad luck, Betrayal, revenge, and fierce competition carry him to the verge of total collapse and failure, but through it all, one question remained: How much of his life would Sebastian sacrifice for art, his first true love?
Until then....
Ahmad Ardalan
Official release of The Art Collector of Le Marais
"The Art Collector of Le Marais " official release
My latest novel The Art Collector of Le Marais Paperback is now available. Back in summer I traveled to Paris, and during my week strolling within the Le Marais area of the city, I was taken back by its rich artistic culture and long influence on art history.
Soon after my return, I started studying the influence of Paris on the impressionist era. I spent hours in the night learning about all the artists who left their homes and lives and settled in this beautiful city despite living in poverty, just to showcase their art to the world. Some even dying before achieving the success that followed. This is a story about them.
Synopsis
In the city of lights, Paris, the art capital of the world, how can one man stand above the rest?
Ever since young Sebastian heard of his grandfather’s chance meeting with the great Victor Hugo in 1877, he had been interested in literature, paintings, and poetry. Wandering around various libraries and museums at an early age only stirred that curiosity into an immense passion within him, a deep love and desire for art.
After realizing his dream of opening a gallery in the Le Marais district of Paris, Sebastian faces one hurdle after another. Bad luck, Betrayal, revenge, and fierce competition carry him to the verge of total collapse and failure, but through it all, one question remained: How much of his life would Sebastian sacrifice for art, his first true love?
Paperback
Amazon USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1792042213
Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1792042213/
Amazon Canada: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/1792042213/
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Ahmad Ardalan Author Page: http://www.ahmadardalan.net/
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Ahmad Ardalan
My latest novel The Art Collector of Le Marais Paperback is now available. Back in summer I traveled to Paris, and during my week strolling within the Le Marais area of the city, I was taken back by its rich artistic culture and long influence on art history.
Soon after my return, I started studying the influence of Paris on the impressionist era. I spent hours in the night learning about all the artists who left their homes and lives and settled in this beautiful city despite living in poverty, just to showcase their art to the world. Some even dying before achieving the success that followed. This is a story about them.
Synopsis
In the city of lights, Paris, the art capital of the world, how can one man stand above the rest?
Ever since young Sebastian heard of his grandfather’s chance meeting with the great Victor Hugo in 1877, he had been interested in literature, paintings, and poetry. Wandering around various libraries and museums at an early age only stirred that curiosity into an immense passion within him, a deep love and desire for art.
After realizing his dream of opening a gallery in the Le Marais district of Paris, Sebastian faces one hurdle after another. Bad luck, Betrayal, revenge, and fierce competition carry him to the verge of total collapse and failure, but through it all, one question remained: How much of his life would Sebastian sacrifice for art, his first true love?
Paperback
Amazon USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1792042213
Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1792042213/
Amazon Canada: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/1792042213/
Barnes and noble: https://m.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-ar...
Ahmad Ardalan Author Page: http://www.ahmadardalan.net/
Follow me on Bookbub https://www.bookbub.com/authors/ahmad...
Ahmad Ardalan
There is a story inside us all!
Newspaper reporter John Teddy’s miserable life is turned upside down when he uncovers a voice from the past—a voice that suspiciously knows far too much about the would-be future, his natural curiosit
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