The Wonders We Seek by Saadia Faruqi, Saffa Khan Illustrated by Aneesa Mumtaz Quill Tree/ HarperCollins In this compendium of remarkable Muslim figures throughout history—with stunning portraits and illustrations by Saffa Khan—authors Saadia Faruqi and Aneesa Mumtaz introduce the reader to many of the Muslim physicians, musicians, athletes, poets, and more whose contributions have influenced […]
The Story of Babur: Prince, Emperor, Sage by Anuradha Sharma Scala Arts & Heritage Publishers The memoirs of Babur (1483–1530), descendant of Genghis Khan and Timur (Tamburlaine) and founder of the mighty Mughal Empire, enjoy worldwide renown as the first true autobiography in Islamic literature and an absorbing account of conquest and wise rule, composed […]
Hollow Fires Samira Ahmed Little, Brown / Hachette A powerful, gripping YA novel about the insidious nature of racism, the terrible costs of unearthing hidden truths, and the undeniable power of […]
Zachary Ying and the Dragon Emperor by Xiran Jay Zhao Margaret K. McElderry / Simon & Schuster Percy Jackson meets Tristan Strong in this hilarious, action-packed middle grade contemporary fantasy that follows a young boy as he journeys across China to seal the underworld shut and save the mortal realm. Zachary Ying never had many […]
Mama Shamsi at the Bazaar by Mojdeh Hassani, Samira Iravani, and illustrated by Maya Fidawi Dial / Penguin Random House It’s market day for Samira and her grandma! The bazaar […]
Who Was the Greatest?: Muhammad Ali (Who HQ Graphic Novel) by Gabe Soria Illustrated by Chris Brunner and Rico Renzi Penguin Random House / Penguin Workshop "The Who HQ Graphic Novels series does an excellent job of quickly engaging readers by capturing the drama and immediacy of pivotal historic events." — Booklist Discover the story behind Muhammad […]
Friends Fur-ever by Saadia Faruqi (Must Love Pets #1) Scholastic A new, young middle grade series that combines the heart and friendship of the Baby-sitters Club, with the irresistible appeal […]
We Worship Here: Muslim Mosque by Angela Wood, illustrated by Emma Trithart Franklin Watts / Hachette (UK/Australia) What is a mosque for? How much do Muslims pray? What is the […]
Ms. Marvel: Beyond the Limit by Samira Ahmed, illustrated by Andres Genolet Marvel The greatest hero of the new generation returns in an all-new solo adventure! After an explosion of […]
Journey to America: Celebrating Inspiring Immigrants Who Became Brilliant Scientists, Game-Changing Activists & Amazing Entertainers by Maliha Abidi becker&mayer! kids / Quarto Journey to America is a beautiful collection of biographies celebrating 20 of […]
Muddy People: A Muslim Coming of Age by Sara El Sayed Greystone Books “By turns heartfelt, bitingly funny, and emotionally devastating, Muddy People is not your average coming-of-age tale. I loved this memoir of a young Egyptian-Australian girl growing up Muslim. It's a clear-eyed, fierce debut; every word rings true.”—Nadine Jolie Courtney, author of All-American Muslim Girl A […]
A New Friend by Lucy Menzies, illustrated by Maddy Vian Frances Lincoln Children's Book/ Quarto Group A New Friend is a heartwarming tale of a new friendship made at school, told […]