Tap into the holiday spirit by gifting The Qaraq, Book One of 1001, The Reincarnation Chronicles.
This is a unique and out-of-the-box present for epic fantasy lovers. Its rich, time-bending narratives can transport readers through centuries of past lifetimes.
It’s not an easy beach read, but a complex, enthralling saga to savor in front of a cozy, winter fireplace, making it a standout holiday read.
A Journey Through Past Lives
The book and series follow a qaraq, a group of souls who have experienced lifetime after lifetime together.
They’ve come together in present-day suburban New Jersey (where else?) with the uncanny ability to recall 1001 of their past (and future) life stories.
Finding each other and sharing tales as a group, they quickly learn they are on a path to solve the complicated puzzle of their karmic history. They remember ancient queendoms, prehistoric dragonflies, and Persian harems.
Modeled after The Thousand and One Nights, each chapter contains a past life story, but an incomplete piece of the puzzle, just as Scheherazade left off in mid-tale every night.
Our modern Scheherazade is Sahara Fleming, married to a volatile stockbroker who is jealous of the qaraq’s attentions. Like King Shahryar, he wants Scheherazade and her stories all to himself. Or else…
Is This Book for You?
If reincarnation fascinates you, this is your fictional cup of tea.
If myth and ancient history titillates you, enjoy as the qaraq bounce back and forth through Time.
If epic fantasy novels draw you in, this multi-layered narrative is your thing. I get off on Clarissa, the 1500-page novel made entirely of letters between the characters, so I’d love this book.
So if you need a gift for your favorite Mystic Nerd, order a copy of The Qaraq.
What’s Next in the Series?
If they like it, they can look forward to future books with tales of Draill U, the alien performing arts academy, or a 10th Century Arabian Nights saga, when the qaraq creates their own subversive story anthology, designed to take down empires.
At this time, Book Two, The Qaraq and the Maya Factor, is also available here. In this book, the qaraq loses its power to recall past lives. They must understand the curse of Maya, the Hindu concept of everyday illusion blinding us to higher awareness.
Also, if you or your giftee want more, join our newsletter The Maqaraqan (it’s free!).
The Maqaraqan, the newsletter named after a magical ‘no-space’ in the books, has short articles, gifts and offers, and updates on the eleven-book series.
What Readers are Saying
If you’re still unsure if this is the best gift for fantasy lovers, don’t take my word for it.
Here are some review excerpts:
“The list of vistas generated one after the other defies description! There is nothing in contemporary fiction, historical myth, or literature to compare with The Qaraq.”
Deepak Menon, author, Skymerge
“Stephen Weinstock’s imagination is fevered, surreal, fantastical. It will take you places you never dreamed you would go.”
Barry Jay Kaplan, author, Black Orchid
“I, personally, enjoy the “liftoff” sensation that Mr. Weinstock achieves at key moments in the story: one moment you’re sitting in a present-day New Jersey house with “regular” folk, the next minute you’re in 3rd century Baghdad plotting to nab a book of stories purported to have great power.”
Sarah Berges, editor, choreographer
“Whether you believe in reincarnation or not, this is a book that will expand your universe.”
Donald Kroitsch, publisher
Where to Find the Qaraq
Sound good? The Qaraq is available as an ebook or a beautiful print edition. You can find it on Amazon or many other online bookstores. Find the list and links on my book page.
And if you haven’t surfed the qaraq books website, you’ll find all you need to convince you to grab this epic fantasy for holiday reading.
Perfect for the New Year Too
Here’s another thought. New Year’s is a big holiday in each book of The Reincarnation Chronicles.
Why?
Reincarnation? Starting again? New Year’s? You got it.
So for an alternative, or if you blew it and need a justification for a belated holiday present, offer The Qaraq as a reincarnation fantasy novel to re-start a new life in the New Year.
Thank me later.
So pick up this Christmas (or New Year’s) fantasy present for your favorite Mystic Nerd, or for yourself. Imagine getting warm and cozy mid-winter, curled up with Persian assassins, six-foot dragonfly wings, and ensorcelled xylophones hypnotizing entire African villages.
Ensorcelled?
Look it up, it’s a great word.
I appreciate your precious time reading this message, and I appreciate your interest in The Qaraq. Thanks!!
And coming 10/01/25, Book 2 of the series, The Qaraq and the Maya Factor. Get a sneak peek of a tale of the first cave dogs here.
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