Ben Mortara

Action and mystery abound as Professor Ben Mortara embarks on yet another globe-trotting archaeological adventure!
Action and mystery abound as Professor Ben Mortara embarks on yet another globe-trotting archaeological adventure! When the world-class archaeologist is presented with a career-defining opportunity to solve the mystery of the Map of Solomon, he begins a round-the-world journey that brings him from the greatest of European museums to the dusty rubble of a Middle Eastern war-zone. Ben is accompanied by Salman, his mysterious benefactor's trusty and resourceful assistant, and by Ronit, an Israeli artifact-hunter who hopes to safeguard the map's treasure. Together, they explore ancient palaces and secret chambers in search of the map, staying one step ahead of the many forces that seek the treasure (and its power) for themselves.

Arnon Z. Shorr is from many places. Born in Israel, raised Massachusetts, and always a ‘spiritual Angelino’, Arnon’s complicated relationship with ‘home’ has led him to write stories where heroes travel far from the familiar, grapple with the extraordinary, and in doing so learn deep truths about who they are and where they belong. Arnon also has a passion for finding great contemporary stories in the dustiest corners of folklore and history, like 16th century Jewish piracy in the Caribbean, or the more obscure legends of King Solomon. He enjoys opportunities to tell these stories as a filmmaker, screenwriter and author. He also has the pleasure of working as editor-in-chief of Maggid Comics, where he is tasked with shepherding an exciting new brand of Jewish popular fiction.Arnon lives in Sharon, MA, with his remarkably patient wife, three precocious children, a crotchety cat and an overly-affectionate dog. But if you ask, he’s ‘from Los Angeles