Mama Wears a Hijab by Fifi Abu Paw Prints/Baker & Taylor Publisher Services In this deeply felt and vivid celebration of the muslim headcovering and the modern muslim woman, Arab American author-illustrator, Fifi Abu, creates a love letter from child to mother. Cover image and summary via Edelweiss
Sheba: The Good Muslim Cat by Carima Elfarrah; illustrated by Aaron Yusuf Tughra Books/National Book Network Sheba the cat patiently waits for her food, wakes everyone up for prayer, and is a playful friend – all the qualities one would expect from a true Muslim. Sheba, the Good Muslim Cat is a picture book in rhyme […]
Three Summers:A Memoir of Sisterhood, Summer Crushes, and Growing Up on the Eve of War by Amra Sabic-El-Rayess with Laura L. Sullivan Farrar, Straus and Giroux/Macmillan An epic middle-grade memoir about sisterhood and coming-of-age in the three years leading up to the Bosnian Genocide. Three Summers is the story of five young cousins who grow closer […]
Shiny Misfits: A Graphic Novel by Maysoon Zayid; illustrated by Shadia Amin Graphix/Scholastic A hilarious story about fame and friendship, by comedian and disability activist Maysoon Zayid, paired with Shadia Amin's absolutely perfect art! Bay Ann wants to shine. She’s sure her moment in the spotlight has arrived when she wins the school talent show […]
Kicked Out by A. M. Dassu Lee & Low In this companion novel to the acclaimed Boy, Everywhere, A. M. Dassu returns to extend the story of Sami's best friend Ali, who organizes a charity soccer match for their friend Aadam while his whole life is privately unraveling. After their friend Mark's mum wins the lottery […]
The Door Is Open Stories of Celebration and Community by 11 Desi Voices Edited by Hena Khan Discover stories of fear, triumph, and spectacular celebration in this warm-hearted novel of interconnected stories that celebrates the diversity of South Asian American experiences in a local community center. Discover stories of fear, triumph, and spectacular celebration in […]
Sister Friend by Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow, Illustrated By Shahrzad Maydani Abrams Perfect for fans of The Day You Begin and Evelyn Del Rey Is Moving Away, author Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow and illustrator Shahrzad Maydani’s Sister Friend is a heartwarming new picture book celebrating the unique joy of cultivating friendships within your cultural community. Ameena feels invisible. It’s been that way since she […]
Behind My Doors: The Story of the World's Oldest Library By Hena Khan; Illustrated by Nabila Adani Come learn about the oldest operating library in existence that was originally founded by a Muslim woman in 859! Merhaba! Welcome! Meet Al-Qarawiyyin Library--the oldest library in the world. Do you want to see what magical treasures are […]
This Book Won't Burn by Samira Ahmed Little, Brown Books for Young Readers/Hachette Book Group ★ “ employs high stakes, increasing tensions, romantic near-misses, and adult hypocrisy to powerful effect.” –Publisher's Weekly, starred review From the New York Times bestselling author of Internment comes a timely and gripping social-suspense novel about book banning, activism, and standing up for what you […]
Behind My Doors: The Story of the World's Oldest Library by Hena Khan; Illustrated by Nabila Adani Lee & Low Books Come learn about the oldest operating library in existence, which was originally founded by a Muslim woman in 859! Come learn about the oldest operating library in existence, which was originally founded by a […]
Do You Even Know Me? by Reem Faruqi; Illustrated By Ani Bushry HarperCollins From Reem Faruqi, award-winning author of Unsettled, Milloo's Mind, and Amira's Picture Day, comes an empowering picture book about a girl who counters bullying with love, peace, and kindness, and stands up for her Muslim culture and identity. My name is Salma, which means peace. Islam also means peace. I wish […]
Any Way You Look by Maleeha Siddiqui Scholastic Press/Scholastic Trade Publishing What do you do with the wrong kind of attention? Dress Coded meets Amina's Voice in this new middle grade novel by Maleeha Siddiqui. Ainy is excited for summer! She plans on working at her mom's clothing store, having adventures with her best friend, and maybe even […]