Courage – The Islamic Library Association

Other Words for Home

Khalisa — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 01:00:19 +0000

A moving novel in verse about a young Syrian girl navigating the pain of leaving home and the challenge of finding belonging in a new country. As Jude and her mother resettle in the United States, Jude grapples with language barriers, cultural differences, and feelings of displacement—while holding onto hope, resilience, and her dreams. Told with sensitivity and emotional clarity, the novel explores themes of immigration, identity, family, and what it truly means to feel at home. Other Words for Home offers readers a compassionate and powerful portrait of a refugee experience shaped by courage and self-discovery.

Hana’s Hundreds of Hijabs

Khalisa — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 00:53:50 +0000

A joyful picture book that celebrates creativity, confidence, and self-expression. Hana loves her hijabs and enjoys wearing them in many different colors and styles, each reflecting her mood, activities, and personality. Through playful storytelling and vibrant illustrations, the book highlights how clothing can be a form of creativity while affirming pride in faith and identity. Hana’s Hundreds of Hijabs offers young readers a positive, affirming portrayal of a Muslim girl embracing who she is with joy and imagination.

Under My Hijab

Khalisa — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 00:49:16 +0000

A joyful and affirming picture book that celebrates the diversity, beauty, and individuality of Muslim women and girls. Through the eyes of a young narrator, readers are introduced to women in her community who wear hijab in many different ways—at work, at play, at home, and during moments of celebration. The story gently shows that while hijab is an important part of identity and faith, it is just one aspect of who a person is. Warm, accessible, and empowering, Under My Hijab encourages curiosity, respect, and understanding while affirming that every person is multifaceted and unique.

Abdullah Hakeem: Kicking It with Frenemies

Khalisa — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 18:09:48 +0000

As Abdullah he navigates the tricky world of friendship, rivalry, and growing up. When former friends become frenemies, Abdullah must use his courage, cleverness, and teamwork to face challenges, solve problems, and stay true to himself. Packed with humor, relatable middle-grade situations, and lessons about empathy and loyalty, this book is a lively continuation of Abdullah Hakeem’s adventures.

Abdullah Hakeen Escaping the Pack

Khalisa — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 18:06:07 +0000

An adventurous and engaging novel following Abdullah Hakeem, a young protagonist who must navigate challenges, danger, and self-discovery as he seeks freedom from those who pursue him. With fast-paced action, vivid world-building, and a hero’s journey that blends courage, wit, and determination, this story explores themes of resilience, loyalty, and standing up for what is right. Escaping The Pack is a thrilling read for middle-grade and young teen audiences who love suspense, adventure, and stories of personal growth.

Eid Empanadas

Khalisa — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 14:38:33 +0000

Omar Hernández feels like an outsider at his Islamic school, An-Noor Islamic Academy, even after a year and a half. His mother is from Puerto Rico, and his father’s parents immigrated from Ecuador, giving his family a Latino-Muslim heritage that he feels is different from his classmates’. When his teacher assigns the class an essay on how their families celebrate Ramadan and Eid, Omar becomes nervous that his family’s customs will make him stand out even more. With support from his teacher and family, Omar finds the courage to share his family’s festive traditions, including their special recipe for empanadas. Through this experience, Omar learns to embrace his heritage and discovers that sharing his traditions can be a source of pride and connection.

Speak Up Sami

Khalisa — Tue, 14 Oct 2025 14:04:26 +0000

A shy boy named Sami who finds his courage when he sees a new classmate being teased and decides to speak up. The book explores themes of courage, friendship, bullying, and celebrating differences.

Home Is a Silhouette

Khalisa — Fri, 10 Oct 2025 20:30:08 +0000

Asiya, a young woman with a restless heart, makes a mistake that forces her into a life of fear and violence behind the walls of a wealthy mogul’s mansion. Lila, a maid who has been at the mansion for five years, has become a shell of her former self, obedient to the “Master” with no hope of escape. When the two girls’ paths converge, their worlds are shattered, and they must collaborate to find a way to be free from the mogul’s power.