Publisher Description

Tittle-tattle Talia is a story about a young girl who can not resist a juicy story. She is always talking about other people and she loves the attention she gets from those who listen to her tales. Despite warnings to stop, she doesn't see why a bit of fun is such a problem, but wait...where have all her friends gone?

Author Biography

Salwah is a children's book author, having previously self published two books, one being 'Alif Baa Ta' - an Arabic alphabet activity book. An avid bookworm from a young age: passionate about reading as a child; interested in writing as an adult - to inspire other young bookworms. She lives in Cape Town with her husband, four children (and a tuxedo cat called Pepper) . Having children of her own inspired her to look into the world of Islamic books/writing as a means to help her children build a good Islamic identity.She is a qualified City Planner and has also studied Creative Writing and Editing. She also sells her own small range of children's Islamic educational jigsaw puzzles.

Review

Talia is an inquisitive young girl who likes to tell tales - gossiping or slandering others. Her family has on numerous occasions warned her about this bad habit of hers. In the end, the shoe is on the other foot when most of her friends stop talking to her. What attracted me to this book was that it dealt with an issue which is quite common in society. The book also caters for people of all ages. It clearly outlines the negatives of telling tales. I nevertheless would have loved to have seen Talia put in a similar situation, but instead of spreading gossip, she reacts differently, steering away from talking behind others' backs. An excellent book which I rate extremely high and recommend for all to read.In surah 104 of the Holy Quran, the consequences of slandering and back-biting are clearly spelt out. So best to stay away from this type of action. Principal Mr Nur Luddy, Thornton Road Primary School, CapeTown

Long Description

Tittle-tattle Talia is a story about a young girl who can not resist a juicy story. She is always talking about other people and she loves the attention she gets from those who listen to her tales. Despite warnings to stop, she doesn't see why a bit of fun is such a problem, but wait...where have all her friends gone?

Review Text

Talia is an inquisitive young girl who likes to tell tales - gossiping or slandering others. Her family has on numerous occasions warned her about this bad habit of hers. In the end, the shoe is on the other foot when most of her friends stop talking to her. What attracted me to this book was that it dealt with an issue which is quite common in society. The book also caters for people of all ages. It clearly outlines the negatives of telling tales. I nevertheless would have loved to have seen Talia put in a similar situation, but instead of spreading gossip, she reacts differently, steering away from talking behind others' backs. An excellent book which I rate extremely high and recommend for all to read. In surah 104 of the Holy Quran, the consequences of slandering and back-biting are clearly spelt out. So best to stay away from this type of action. Principal Mr Nur Luddy, Thornton Road Primary School, CapeTown

Description for Sales People

This book is a delightful way to explain to children how gossiping and back-biting hurts other people's feelings but also harms the one doing the gossiping and is a habit that all Muslims should avoid.

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