Hope Ablaze: A Novel by Sarah Mughal Rana Wednesday Books/Macmillan All My Rage meets The Poet X in this electric debut that combines powerful prose and verse to explore a Muslim teen finding her voice in a post-9/11 America.Nida has always been known as Mamou Abdul-Hafeedh’s niece - the poet that will fill her uncle’s shoes after he […]
The Great Henna Party by Humera Malik, Illustrated by Sonali Zohra Lantana Publishing/Lerner Publishing Group A celebration of the age-old South Asian tradition of painting with henna, seen through the eyes of a young girl If you were to name the person you loved the most, who would you choose? Noor's cousin is getting married […]
I'll See You in Ijebu by Bunmi Emenanjo; Illustrated by Diana Ejaita Barefoot Books A Catholic girl growing up in Lagos, Nigeria takes a trip to visit her Muslim relatives in the countryside town of Ijebu to celebrate Eid al-Adha. A Catholic girl growing up in the bustling city of Lagos, Nigeria takes a trip […]
Call Me Al by Wali Shah and Eric Walters Orca Book Publishers In this middle-grade novel, eighth-grade student Ali Khan finds that writing poetry—first about his crush, then about what it means to be an immigrant and the anti-Muslim racism around him—helps him discover who he truly is.Ali is an eighth-grade kid with a lot […]
Six Truths and a Lie by Ream Shukairy Little, Brown Books for Young Readers/Hachette Book Group Six Muslim teens are falsely accused of a deadly attack in this timely and harrowing examination of America’s justice system, perfect for fans of Angie Thomas and Samira Ahmed. As fireworks pop off at a rowdy Fourth of July […]
Samira's Worst Best Summer by Nina Hamza Quill Tree Books/HarperCollins From the author of Ahmed Aziz’s Epic Year, this tween novel centers the experiences of an Indian American Muslim girl who fears that she’s going to have the worst summer ever, but finds a new sense of community. Filled with irreverent humor and lots of heart, […]
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 […]