Writer, lecturer. Debut novel Raising Sparks published by @ofmooseandmen. 'A magical story for our times' - Irish Times. 'Vivid and enjoyable' The Guardian.
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Delighted to be part of @MdxInterfaith, and to have received this welcome recognition for our work last night. Here's to the bridge builders, the safe spaces, and all who work towards empathy and shared understanding.
Wow @MdxInterfaith 🏆🎉This award is an incredible recognition of the IFN work, from the peace walk, the eco fair, clean air day & the joyous Big Iftar. The work we do brings together faith, sustainability, engages with our students & wider community @UniAlliance #AllianceAwards
A big thanks to @UniAlliance for a brilliant evening showcasing great initiatives across our sector.
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MDX IFN leads impactful interfaith dialogue, uniting the community through peace vigils, Holocaust memorials, Diwali celebrations, Iftar events, and faith walks, strengthening bonds and fostering understanding. Important work is being done!
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I'm delighted to be taking part in a next Tuesday afternoon @MiddlesexUni, to launch @_vicseidler 's vital book reflecting on Covid, what we've learned and how we can continue to heal our societies. All welcome. Please book here:
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Either you’re pro-Palestinian or pro-Hamas.
You can’t be both.
Some things to note about this current conflict:
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Thanks @nasdaily for the courage to think on a non-binary way. Encouraging in this time of heartache.
Personal Thoughts:
(not for everyone, feel free to skip)
For the longest time, I struggled with my identity.
A Palestinian kid born inside Israel. Like…wtf.
Many of my friends refuse to this day to say the word “Israel” and call themselves “Palestinian” only.
But since I was 12, that did not make sense to me.
So I decided to mix the two and become a “Palestinian-Israeli”
I thought this term reflected who I was.
Palestinian first. Israeli second.
But after recent events, I started to think.
And think.
And think.
And then my thoughts turned to anger.
I realized that if Israel were to be “invaded” like that again, we would not be safe. To a terrorist invading Israel, all citizens are targets.
900 Israelis died so far. More than 40 of them are Arabs. Killed by other Arabs. And even 2 Thai people died too.
And I do not want to live under a Palestinian government.
Which means I only have one home, even if I’m not Jewish:
Israel.
That’s where all my family lives. That’s where I grew up. That’s the country I want to see continue to exist so I can exist.
Palestine should exist too as an independent state. And I hope to see the country thrive and become less extreme and more prosperous. I love Palestine and have invested in Palestine.
But it’s not my home.
So from today forward,
I view myself as an “Israeli-Palestinian”.
Israeli first.
Palestinian second.
Sometimes it takes a shock like this to see so clearly.
Trenchant, timely podcast from @Freedland.
So great to be part of this multi-genre panel exploring Jewish and Muslim representions of identity last week. Thanks to @ExiledInk for organising, and the brilliant @sampad71 for compereing.
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Thanks, @wowfest, for giving me an empowering space to develop my writing and take it seriously. By connecting me with @Ofmooseandmen you helped get my debut novel published. Any UK debut novelists out there, l urge you to apply. @wowfest really does live up to its name.
Book Highlight | Raising Sparks, @ArielKahn2 – Pulp Idol Finalist 2018
Raising Sparks reveals the hidden worlds, shared histories & unknown stories of the modern Middle East
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A tough writing day today brightened considerably by this gorgeous gift from the chef and baker at my writing café for being such a loyal customer. #WritingCommunity #letwriterseatcake
Delighted to be part of this multifaith literary event. Big thanks to @sampad71 and @ExiledInk for organising. Do share, and come along.
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Please join us on Sunday for this fabulous Interfaith Walk. @mdx Creative Writing students will be sharing their memorable experiences with @HolocaustUK
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A big fan of @whatSFSaid and Blake as are our kids (one of whom has Blake as their middle name). Please retweet!
Great to be reminded of my trailblazer Malka from my first novel. Here's a teaser trailer thanks to @Jellybooks.
'RAISING SPARKS'
by Ariel Kahn @ArielKahn2
A young woman flees the confines of her traditional family in Jerusalem. She breaks all the rules and moves towards her own future.
published by @Ofmooseandmen
available @WoodbineBooks
📖 read a sample
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A big thanks to @Ofmooseandmen for taking a punt on Raising Sparks. This morning l had the pleasure of discussing it with a class of teachers at the University of Southern Norway who have it on their syllabus. That could never have happened without a great indie publisher.
Thanks @WoodbineBooks. Heartwarming to see me novel in such great company. Thanks for supporting great indie publishers like @Ofmooseandmen.
Great to be part of such a multitalented and inspiring panel alongside @aurorakherrera and @KurtBarling yesterday. The students asked brilliant questions. Plenty of great events online this afternoon and tomorrow @nlstoryfest. Check us out.
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There's so much I'm proud of @nlstoryfest run by my students @MiddlesexUni this year. A particular favourite has to be the free online session with gifted comics creator @johnhdunning and @rjcollins2 at 4pm next Tuesday. All welcome! northlondonstoryfestival.co.…
Great feedback on @MdxMAnovel from a former student. Online, asynchronous. Fits into your schedule, with great tutors and interesting fellow travellers.
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Here's a date for your diary. @nlstoryfest, in person and online. A great range of events and speakers. Come and be part of the future of storytelling. Get inspired.
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