2013-2014
Children Catalogue
K Kube KUBE The Islamic PUBLISHING
Foundation
CONTENTS Forthcoming 1
RECENTLY RELEASED 5
BEST SELLERS 6
islamic studies 8
QUR’AN and hadith 10
THE PROPHET’S BIOGRAPHY 11
islamic stories 12
Picture books 15
FICTION books 23
POETRY & ANTHOLOGY 27
NON-FICTION 28
BACKLIST 29
Forthcoming 1
I Wonder about Allah (Book Two) Ozkan Oze Have you ever wondered about Allah? Have you ever wanted to ask why Allah created the universe and humans? Why some people are beautiful, ugly, disabled or ill. These questions, and many more, are explored inside. The second book in the series that answers some of the inquisitive questions children ask about God (Allah). £4.99 | Paperback| 136pp | Age: 9+ ISBN | 978-0-86037-503-6 Release date: February 2014 Black and white illustrations throughout
Zak and his Good Intentions J. Samia Mair Illustrated by Omar Burgess Zak and his sister Hana decide to see how many good deeds they can do in one day. However, everything is going wrong for Zak, and his plans only end in disappointment … and lots and lots of mess. Zak soon realises, though, it is his good intentions that count. £5.99 | Paperback| 40pp | Age: 4+ ISBN | 978-0-86037-581-4 Release date: March 2014
Travel around the world’s mosques with this fun activity book. Features dot-to-dot drawings, colouring fun, puzzles to solve and 62 stickers to stick.
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£2.99 | Paperback | Age: 3+ ISBN: 978-0-86037-539-5 Release date: March 2014
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She Wore Red Trainers A Muslim Love Story Naima B. Robert When Ali first meets Amirah, he notices everything about her - her hijab, her long eyelashes and her red trainers - in the time it takes to have one look, before lowering his gaze. And, although Ali is still coming to terms with the loss of his mother and exploring his identity as a Muslim, and although Amirah has sworn never to get married, they can’t stop thinking about each other. Can Ali and Amirah ever have a halal ‘happily ever after’? £5.99 | Paperback | 250pp | Age: 14+ YA Fiction ISBN: 978-1-84774-065-6 Release date: March 2014
Hurayrah the Cat Farah Morley Illustrated by Alexandra Nyerges In a bustling oasis called Madinah a small tabby cat, Hurayrah, has lost his abu. The lonely Hurayrah sets out to find him and is soon bounding above the market, scaling the mosque wall and asking his friend Kaswa the camel for help. After searching high and low Hurayrah decides to wait in the mosque, beside a man resting on the ground. But with the appearance of a sneaky snake, the man’s nap threatens to turn into a nightmare. It is up to Hurayrah to protect the man in peril. £5.99 | Hardback | 36pp | Age 3+ ISBN: 978-0-86037-586-9 Release date: March 2014
Explore the wonders of Makkah and Madinah with this fun activity book. Features dot-to-dot drawings, colouring fun, puzzles to solve and 63 stickers to stick. £2.99 | Paperback | Age: 3+ ISBN: 978-0-86037-544-9 Release date: June 2014
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Makkah and Madinah: Activity Book Makkah & M
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Forthcoming 3 We’re Off to Pray Sana Munshey, illustrated by Eman Salem Follow a young boy as he prepares to pray, only to be distracted by his friends who come to play. In rhyming verses, see how good it feels to pray and then go to play.
I Wonder About the Prophet Ozkan Oze Have you ever wondered what the Prophet Muhammad believed before he became a prophet, why he is so important or why he is praised so often? You might wonder how he treated animals and children or if he performed miracles. All of these questions, and many more, are explored inside. £4.99 | Paperback | Age: 9+ ISBN: 978-0-86037-508-1 Release date: May 2014 Sleeping Beauty: An Islamic Tale Fawzia Gilani, illustrated by Shireen Adams After the wicked Count Lahab promises to crush the young princess Mariam she is hidden within the king’s castle. Under the watchful eyes of Lady Masarah, Mariam becomes a pious young woman with strong faith and helpful manners. Upon the news of Mariam’s wedding, Count Lahab finds a way to deceive the castle and present her with a beautiful hijab pin, covered in poison, that leaves her in a deep, unbreakable sleep. Her husband, Haris, is told to go on a perilous journey to Makkah to pray for her recovery and bring back zam zam water to help her recover. But, faced by Count Lahab and his outlaws, what does his destiny hold. £5.95 | Hardback| Age: 5+ ISBN: 978-0-86037-597-5 Release date: April 2014
£4.99 | Hardback| ISBN: 978-0-86037-529-6 Release date: Summer 2014
Whisper of Peace Dawud Wharnsby, illustrated by Shireen Adams A collection of poems by Dawud Wharnsby about peace, nature, Islam, God, animals loving the Qur’an and more. From the author of Colours of Islam and A Picnic of Poems this delightful collection is perfect to sing along to. It covers important themes in Islam – it’s message of peace, love of the Prophet Muhammad, God’s nearness and caring for and marvelling at the wonders of the world. No family or child should be without this essential treasury of poems. £9.99 | Hardback with CD | ISBN: 978-0-86037-534-0 Release date: June 2014
Five Pillars of Islam £4.95 | Board book | Age: 3+ Release date: Autumn 2014
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The Great Race to Sycamore Street Julie Mair
Ibn Sina: A Concise Life Edoardo Albert
This topsy turvy adventure on Sycamore Street sees brother and sister Hude and Amani arrive in the country with one thought: it was going to be a long, boring summer. They couldn’t be more wrong. In this warm and comical story, find out how, under the watchful eyes of Grandma Hana, Hude and Amani plan to save the prized peach tree and beat Bobby at his own game before leaving Sycamore Street behind.
Ibn Sina, who is referred to as Avicenna in Latin, was a true polymath. Born in the tenth Century his passion for knowledge was unbound, and due to the scope and brilliance of his work he can be compared to the great Leonardo Da Vinci. He served under princes and kings (and fled from them too), wrote books of philosophy that are still argued over today and set down medical treatments that continue in use. As such, Ibn Sina is often referred to as the most brilliant Muslim thinker in Islam’s Golden Age.
£4.99| Paperback | 160pp | Age 8+ ISBN: 978-1-84774-057-1
With illustrations, photographs, and maps, the rich and diverse world that produced Ibn Sina is vividly brought alive. £4.99 | Paperback | 104pp | Age 12+ ISBN: 978-1-84774-045-8
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Snow White: An Islamic Tale Fawzia Gilani Illustrated by Shireen Adams Colours of Islam Dawud Wharsnby Revisit the classic nasheeds by Dawud Wharnsby, beautifully illustrated and presented in hardback with a Free audio CD. Sing along to nasheeds including: Sing children of the world, The story of Ibrahim, Colours of Islam, Wings against my window and more.
Involving the power of a djinn, poisoned dates, seven dwarf sisters-in-faith and a mysterious old peddler woman in the woods wearing a face veil, this lyrically-told story offers a unique twist on this fairy tale. £5.95 |Hardback | 40pp | Age 5+ ISBN: 978-0-86037-526-5
£9.99 | Hardback | 44pp | Age 5+ ISBN: 978-0-86037-591-3
I Wonder about Allah (Book One) Ozkan Oze Have you ever wondered about Allah? Have you ever wanted to ask why Allah created the universe and humans? Why some people are beautiful, ugly, disabled or ill. These questions, and many more, are explored inside. £4.99 | Paperback| 128pp | Age: 9+ ISBN: 978-0-86037-592-0
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The War within our Hearts Habeeb Quadri and Sa’ad Quadri EBOOK AVAILABLE
A Picnic of Poems: In Allah’s Green Garden Dawud Wharnsby
£5.99 | Paperback | 204pp | Age: 14+ ISBN:978-1-84774-012-0
£9.99 | Hardback | 44pp | Age: 5+ ISBN:978-0-86037-444-2 Including Audio CD
Islamic Manners: Activity Book £2.99 | Paperback | 60pp | Age: 5+ ISBN: 978-0-86037-463-3
Cinderella: An Islamic Tale Fawzia Gilani £5.95 | Hardback | 44pp | Age: 5+ ISBN: 978-0-86037-473-2
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I CAN SERIES
When Wings Expand Mehded Maryam Sinclair Winner of a Muslim Writers Award 2011 £5.99 | Paperback | 224pp | Age 11+ ISBN: 978-0-86037-499-2
£4.95 Each | Hardback I Can Make Du’a Anywhere! ISBN: 978-0-86037-324-7 I Can Pray Anywhere! ISBN: 978-0-86037-339-1 I Can Read the Qur’an (Almost) Anywhere! ISBN: 978-0-86037-309-4
Assalamu Alaykum M S Kayani £4.50 | Hardback | 22pp | Age: 3+ Colour Illustrations: 11 ISBN: 978-0-86037-347-6
Muslim Nursery Rhymes with Audio CD Mustafa Yusuf McDermont £6.95 | Hardback | 29pp | Age 3+ Colour Illustrations: 16 ISBN: 978-0-86037-563-0 £4.99 | CD only in clear wallet
I Can say Bismillah Anywhere! ISBN: 978-0-86037-314-8 I Can Wear Hijab Anywhere! ISBN: 978-0-86037-319-3
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Islamic Manners Activity Book Kube Publishing I Wonder about Allah (Book One) Ozkan Oze Have you ever wondered about Allah? Have you ever wanted to ask why Allah created the universe and humans? Why some people are beautiful, ugly, disabled or ill. These questions, and many more, are explored inside.
Learn the correct Arabic du‘as and expressions for various situations while having fun! 60+ pages of imaginative activities, puzzles, word searches, colouring pages, dot-to-dot and matching cards that will occupy and entertain children for hours. £2.99 | Paperback | 60 pp | Age: 5+ ISBN: 978-0-86037-463-3
£4.99 | Paperback| 128pp | Age: 9+ ISBN: 978-0-86037-592-0
Islam for Children Ahmad von Denfer
I Wonder about Allah (Book Two) Ozkan Oze £4.99 | Paperback| 136pp | Age: 9+ ISBN: 978-0-86037-503-6 Release date: February 2014
A simple overview of Islamic beliefs, practices, manners, and stories of the Prophets* for children, told through stories in an engaging, child-friendly way. Includes puzzles, colouring and activity pages. £3.95 | Paperback | 176pp | Age: 5+ Illustrations: 61 ISBN: 978-0-86037-085-7
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The Children’s Book of Islam: Part One (Revised edition) M.M. Ahsan A simple overview of the articles of faith and five pillars, suitable for use by parents and teachers as the basis of lessons and discussions with children from five years onwards. £2.25 | Paperback | 56pp. | Age: 5+ ISBN: 978-0-95039-541-8
The Children’s Book of Islam: Part Two M.M. Ahsan A more detailed explanation of the five pillars of Islam, suitable for discussion with children from eight years onwards. £2.25 | Paperback | 72pp | Age: 8+ ISBN: 978-0-86037-037-6
What Do We Say? A Guide to Islamic Manners Noorah Kathryn Abdullah An introduction to the twelve most common supplications and expressions used by Muslims in everyday life, presented in an appealing way for young children. Arabic with guide to English pronunciation. Revised edition 2000. £4.50 | Hardback | 24pp | Age: 3+ Colour Illustrations: 16 ISBN 978-0-86037-350-6
What Should We Say? A Selection of Prayers for Daily Use Compiled by A. R. Kidwai & F. M. D’Oyen This sequel to ‘What Do We Say?’ presents forty supplications from authentic hadith collections and the Qur’an in simple English, for everyday situations from waking and eating, to studying or travelling. Arabic and English with brief explanation and guide to pronunciation. £4.50 | Hardback | 36pp | Age: 8+ ISBN 978-0-86037-267-7
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The Qur’an in Plain English: Part 30 (Revised Edition 2009) Iman Torres – Al Haneef This newly revised, compact edition of the chapters of the Holy Qur’an that are most often memorized features an improved layout and font for easier reading, and is an ideal starter text for children and teens. Rendered into contemporary, highly readable English with explanatory notes, glossary and a guide to further reading, it is highly recommended for homes, schools, libraries and madrasahs. £5.99 | Paperback | 236pp | Age: 8+ ISBN: 978-0-86037-233-2
In the Prophet’s Garden: A Selection of Ahadith for the Young Compiled by Fatima M D’Oyen and Abdelkader Chachi A thematically arranged anthology of 200 of the Prophet Muhammad’s sayings and advice in simple modern translation, taken from authentic collections and chosen for suitability for children and teens. Arabic with English translation, and photo illustrations from nature. £8.95 | Paperback | 132pp | Age: 8+ ISBN 978-0-86037-372-8
THE PROPHET’S BIOGRAPHY 11 Miraculous Happenings in the Year of the Elephant Mehded Maryam Sinclair
The Spider and The Doves. The Story of Hijra Farah Morley The Prophet Muhammad is besieged on all sides by his enemies. Then Allah sends him some unlikely helpers in the form of a pair of doves and a spider. But what can a spider do? ‘I am so small and weak, and now even my web is broken.’ This is the re-telling of a classic story from the Prophet’s life. It weaves a tale that shows how even the smallest of us can have a great destiny. £4.50 | Hardback | 32 pp | Age: 4+ ISBN: 978-0-86037-449-7
A wonderful retelling of the story of Abraha’s thwarted attempt to destroy the Ka‘aba, by a master storyteller. A good read-aloud book for bedtime.
£5.95 | Hardback | 28pp |Age: 5+ Colour Illustrations: 13 ISBN: 978-0-86037-491-6 £9.50 Set offer for the Miraculous Happening Book and CD
A Great Friend of Children M.S. Kayani Eight short stories illustrating the love and kindness the Prophet Muhammad* showed to children. £3.95 | Hardback | 48pp | Age: 5+ Colour Illustrations: 24 ISBN 978-0-86037-432-9 Muhammad: Aspects of His Biography Ziauddin Sardar
Marvellous Stories from the Life of Muhammad Mardijah Aldrich Tarantino A lively and interesting account of key events in the Prophet’s life, told in 18 brief chapters. Black-and-white illustrations. £3.95 | Paperback | 120pp | Age: 8+ Illustrations: 19 | ISBN: 978-0-86037-103-8
An inspiring account of some of the key moments in the extraordinarily rich life of the last Prophet*. £3.95 | Paperback | 64pp | Age: 12+ ISBN 978-0-86037-023-9
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12 islamic stories Call to Prayer: The Story of Bilal Edoardo Albert
The Persecutor Comes Home: The Story of Umar Khurram Murad The dramatic story of the conversion and transformation of the great Caliph and Companion, Umar ibn al-Khattab. Advanced vocabulary. £3.95 | Hardback | 48pp | Age: 10+ Colour Illustrations: 22 ISBN: 978-0-86037-496-1
A fictionalized account of a young boy who befriends Bilal ibn Rabah, the first Muezzin of Islam, and questions him about the call to prayer, his faith, and his experience of being in the company of the blessed Prophet*. £3.95 | Hardback | 26 pp | Age: 8+ Colour Illustrations: 8 ISBN: 978-0-86037-456-5
Love at Home Khurram Murad Eleven charming short stories from early Islamic history which highlight the mutual love and respect that should characterize family life. £2.50 | Paperback | 48pp | Age: 8+ Colour Illustrations: 8 ISBN: 978-0-86037-122-9 PB
The Kingdom of Justice: Stories from the Life of Umar Khurram Murad Stories emphasizing the qualities of justice and mercy as exemplified during the rule of the second Caliph. Advanced vocabulary. £3.95 | Hardback | 60pp | Age: 10+ Colour Illustrations: 30 ISBN: 978-0-86037-437-4
Love Your Brother, Love Your Neighbour Khurram Murad Six inspiring accounts, based on true stories, that demonstrate the value of love, sacrifice, respect, charity, compassion and kindness to all people. £2.50 | Paperback | 32pp | Age: 8+ Colour Illustrations: 6 ISBN: 978-0-86037-115-1
islamic stories 13 Stories of the Caliphs Khurram Murad and M.S. Kayani Five striking stories which illustrate the simplicity and devotion of the Caliphs Abu Bakr, Umar ibn al-Khattab and Umar ibn Abdul Aziz. Love all Creatures M.S.Kayani Five anecdotes from the life of the Prophet* and his Companions which illustrate Islamic teachings on kindness to animals. £2.50 | Paperback | 32pp | Age: 8+ Colour Illustrations: 8 ISBN: 978-0-86037-077-2
£2.50 | Paperback | 48pp | Age: 8+ Colour Illustrations: 7 ISBN: 978-0-86037-116-8
Stories of the Broken Idol and the Jewish Rabbi Khurram Murad Recounts the conversion stories of two Companions: ‘Amr ibn al-Jamuh and ‘Abdullah ibn Salam. £2.50 | Paperback | 28pp | Age: 8+ Colour Illustrations: 8 ISBN: 978-0-86037-151-9
The Brave Boy M.S. Kayani and Khurram Murad Inspiring stories from the childhood and youth of the great Caliph and Companion, Ali ibn Abu Talib. £2.50 | Paperback | 36pp | Age: 8+ Colour Illustrations: 7 ISBN: 978-0-86037-112-0 PB
The Courageous Children Ayesha Abdullah Scott Six stories based on original sources illustrate the tremendous dedication and bravery of the young Companions of the Prophet in defending Islam. £2.50 | Paperback | 40pp | Age: 10+ Colour Illustrations: 8 ISBN: 978-0-86037-194-6
14 islamic stories The Desert Chief: The story of Thumama ibn Uthal Khurram Murad Moving account of how a proud, powerful chieftain embraced Islam following the kindness shown to him by the Prophet* during his captivity. £2.50 | Paperback | 24pp | Age: 10+ Colour Illustrations: 5 ISBN: 978-0-86037-136-6
The Longing Heart: The Story of Abu Dhar Khurram Murad The story of how a young man from a notorious tribe yearned to meet the new Prophet* who had announced God’s message to the people of Makkah. £2.50 | Paperback | 28pp | Age: 10+ Colour Illustrations: 6 ISBN: 978-0-86037-138-0
The Wise Poet: The Story of Al-Tufayl bin ‘Amr Khurram Murad The poet and tribal chief al-Tufayl discovers that even the best poetry cannot compare with the Qur’an. £2.50 | Paperback | 24pp | Age: 10+ Colour Illustrations: 7 ISBN: 978-0-86037-150-2
The following titles in the Muslim Children’s Library are also available on CD & as a complete Album: £5.95 Each CD1: Love at Home. A Great Friend of Children. CD2: Stories of the Caliphs. Love All Creatures. CD3: The Persecutor Comes Home. The Brave Boy. CD4: The Long Search. The Longing Heart. CD5: The Kingdom of Justice. Love Your God. CD6: Love Your Brother, Love Your Neighbour. The Desert Chief. CD7: The Wise Poet. Stories of the Broken Idol and the Jewish Rabbi. Complete Album containing all the above titles: Khurram Murad, M. S. Kayani, Arshad Gamiet & Thumama Ibn Uthal Narrated by Zia Mohyeddin Heartwarming stories, based on the life of the Prophet Muhammad* and the early Muslims, make learning about the heroes of Islam enjoyable and fun! Includes sound effects and nasheeds to capture the attention and imaginations of young children. The price for the Box set is £30.00
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A Drop of Mercy: The Water Cycle Shahbatun Abu Bakar and Nordin Endut The many blessings of water and the basic process of the water cycle are presented for young children, in an easy-to-understand manner. Includes poster and suggestions for classroom activities. £4.95 | Hardback | 32pp | Age: 5+ Colour Illustrations: 17 isbn: 978-0-86037-383-4
Assalamu Alaykum M S Kayani Guidance for young children on how to offer greetings of peace to family members, friends and acquaintances. £4.50 | Hardback | 22pp | Age: 3+ Colour Illustrations: 11 ISBN: 978-0-86037-347-6
Ali and the Spider Ali learns to overcome his fear of spiders when he learns how a humble spider helped to save the life of the beloved Prophet Muhammad* £4.50 | Hardback | 18pp | Age: 5+ Colour Illustrations: 13 ISBN: 978-0-86037-325-4
Maryam and the Trees Maryam and Abdullah discover the many benefits of trees for human beings and the environment, and how we should care for them. £4.50 | Hardback | 22pp | Age: 5+ Colour Illustrations: 19 ISBN: 978-0-86037-320-9
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We’re Off to Make ‘Umrah Sana Munshey
My Mum is a Wonder Michele Messaoudi
Discover the joys of ‘Umrah, step by step, in rhymed verse with charming illustrations. Includes poster and paper dolls
A young boy’s warm account of his mother’s daily work brings into focus the strong bonds, joys and sacrifices of Muslim family life.
£4.99 | Hardback | 32 pp | Age: 3+ ISBN: 978-0-86037-458-9
£4.50 | Hardback | 24pp | Age: 3+ Colour Illustrations: 16 ISBN: 978-0-86037-298-1
A Trust of Treasures Mehded Maryam Sinclair A tale of praise and gratitude to the One Who created the treasures of heavens and earth, and then created us. Beautifully written by a master storyteller, with enchanting illustrations. £5.95 | Hardback | 30 pp |Age: 5+ Colour Illustrations: 20 ISBN 978-0-86037-462-6
Animals Farah Sardar A colourful and beautifully illustrated introduction to the world of animals. £4.50 | Hardback | 28pp | Age: 3+ Colour Illustrations: 20 ISBN: 978-0-86037-3-377
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Cinderella: An Islamic Tale Fawzia Gilani
Amira’s Totally Chocolate World J.S Mair
Follow the trials and tribulations of the sweet, gentle and pious Zahra when her parents die and she is left with an uncaring stepmother. A well-crafted Islamic version of the classic Cinderella story, in which faith, goodness and prayer are rewarded in the end.
Amira is amazed to discover that the entire world has been changed to chocolate, in answer to her bedtime prayers! But her initial delight starts to fade as she begins to miss the beautiful variety of colours in nature.
£5.95 | Hardback | 44 pp |Age: 5+ Full Colour Illustrations ISBN: 978-0-86037-473-2
Snow White: An Islamic Tale Fawzia Gilani Illustrated by Shireen Adams Involving the power of a djinn, poisoned dates, seven dwarf sisters-in-faith and a mysterious old peddler woman in the woods wearing a face veil, this lyrically-told story offers a unique twist on this fairy tale. £5.95 |Hardback | 40pp | Age 5+ ISBN: 978-086037-526-5
£4.50 | Hardback | 24 pp |Age: 4+ Colour Illustrations: 13 ISBN: 978-0-86037-408-4
The Perfect Gift J.S Mair Sarah is sad because she cannot find an Eid gift for her mother, so she takes a walk along the secret path in the woods that always makes her feel better. There she finds the first flower of spring -– Allah’s perfect gift to the world. A gentle introduction to learning to appreciate Allah’s handiwork in the simple wonders of the natural world. £4.50 | Hardback | 28 pp | Age: 5+ Colour Illustrations: 24 ISBN: 978-0-86037-403-9
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‘Allah the Maker’ Series
‘ Delightful accounts of the senses of sight, hearing, smell, taste and touch, encouraging children to give thanks to our Creator. £4.50 Each | Hardback Allah Gave Me Two Eyes to See… Fatima M. D’Oyen 32pp | Age: 3+ Colour Illustrations: 16 ISBN: 978-0-86037-366-7 Allah Gave Me a Tongue to Taste… Ayesha Jones 32pp | Age: 3+ Colour Illustrations: 12 ISBN: 978-0-86037-338-4 Allah Gave Me a Nose to Smell… Rizwana Qamaruddin 32pp | Age: 3+ Colour Illustrations: 14 ISBN: 978-0-86037-333-9 Allah Gave Me Two Ears to Hear… Amrana Arif 32pp | Age: 3+ Colour Illustrations: 16 ISBN: 978-0-86037-353-7 Allah Gave Me Two Hands and Feet Raana Bokhari 32pp | Age: 3+ Colour Illustrations: 12 ISBN: 978-0-86037-348-3
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‘I Can...’ Series This set of colourful, beautifully illustrated board books introduces basic concepts of Islamic practice to young children while helping to strengthen their confidence and identities as Muslims. £4.95 Each | Hardback I Can Make Du‘a Anywhere! Yasmin Ibrahim 15pp | Age: 3+ Colour Illustrations: 11 ISBN: 978-0-86037-324-7 I Can Pray Anywhere! Aisha Ghani 15pp | Age: 3+ Colour Illustrations: 11 ISBN: 978-0-86037-339-1 I Can Read The Qur’an (Almost) Anywhere! Yasmin Ibrahim 15pp | Age: 3+ Colour Illustrations: 11 ISBN: 978-0-86037-309-4 I Can Say Bismillah Anywhere! Yasmin Ibrahim 15pp | Age: 3+ Colour Illustrations: 11 ISBN 978-0-86037-314-8 I Can Wear Hijab Anywhere! Yasmin Ibrahim 15pp | Age: 3+ Colour Illustrations: 11 ISBN 978-0-86037-319-3
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‘Hilmy the Hippo’ Series Important lessons on faith and character for young children, taught through animal stories, by Rae Norridge.
Hilmy the Hippo Learns about Creation
Hilmy the Hippo Learns to Share
Hilmy finds the answers to the many questions he asks his friends about the creation.
Hilmy sets out on an adventure and discovers the joys of sharing.
£4.50 | Hardback | 24pp | Age: 3+ Colour Illustrations: 12 ISBN: 978-0-86037-313-1
£4.50 | Hardback | 29pp | Age: 3+ Colour Illustrations: 15 ISBN: 978-0-86037-585-2
Hilmy the Hippo Learns about Death
Hilmy the Hippo Learns not to Lie
When Hilmy’s friend the blue dragonfly dies, he seeks the answer to his question, ‘What happens to us after death?’
Hilmy learns that trying to impress others by lying leads to trouble, and that his friends like him for who he is and not for what he can do.
£4.50 | Hardback | 24pp | Age: 3+ Colour Illustrations: 12 ISBN: 978-0-86037-460-2
£4.50 | Hardback | 24pp | Age: 3+ Colour Illustrations: 12 ISBN: 978-0-86037-344-5
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Hilmy the Hippo Learns About Vanity
Hilmy the Hippo Becomes a Hero
A wise elephant teaches Hilmy the truth about caring too much about appearances.
Hilmy learns to deal with bullying and to take action when others need help.
£4.50 | Hardback | 24pp | Age: 3+ Colour Illustrations: 12 ISBN: 978-0-86037-398-8
£4.50 | Hardback | 24pp | Age: 3+ Colour Illustrations: 12 ISBN: 978-0-86037-343-8
Hilmy the Hippo Learns to be Grateful The grass is not always greener on the other side! Hilmy learns this lesson the hard way. £4.50 | Hardback | 24pp | Age: 3+ Colour Illustrations: 11 ISBN: 978-0-86037-396-4
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This series is designed to introduce young children to a range of Muslim places. Colourfully designed and simply written, these books will guide children through a range of new experiences.
Hassan and Aneesa Go to Masjid Yasmeen Rahim Illustrated by Omar Burgess
Hassan and Aneesa Go to Madrasa Yasmeen Rahim Illustrated by Omar Burgess
Hassan and Aneesa are going to masjid. At masjid they will make wudu, visit the prayer hall, listen to the adhan and perform a prayer. Follow them as they get ready and explore the masjid.
Hassan and Aneesa are going to Madrasa to learn about Islam. £2.50 | Paperback | 20 pp ISBN: 978-0-86037-459-6
£2.50 | Paperback | 28 pp ISBN: 978-0-86037-521-0
Thank You, O Allah! Ayesha Bint Mahmood
A Prayer at Bedtime Zaynab Dawood
Poetic reflections on Allah’s never-ending blessings, inspiring gratitude to the Creator. Colourful, collage illustration.
A young boy learns to overcome his nightmares through his family’s help and the power of prayer.
£4.50 | Hardback | 24pp | Age: 3+ Colour Illustrations: 19 ISBN: 978-0-86037-335-3
£4.50 | Hardback | 29pp | Age: 3+ Colour Illustrations: 21 ISBN: 978-0-86037-560-9
FICTION books 23 When Wings Expand Mehded Maryam Sinclair Writing on the pages of her journal, Nur, a teenage girl in Canada, charts the onset and advance of her mother’s cancer. Nur watches her ebook mother’s body begin available to shrink, and her discomfort begin to increase. And, when family and friends begin to appear, Nur must face the prospect of her mother’s looming death.
She Wore Red Trainers A Muslim Love Story Naima B. Robert When Ali first meets Amirah, he notices everything about her - her hijab, her long eyelashes and her red trainers - in the time it takes to have one look, before lowering his gaze. And, although Ali is still coming to terms with the loss of his mother and exploring his identity as a Muslim, and although Amirah has sworn never to get married, they can’t stop thinking about each other. Can Ali and Amirah ever have a halal ‘happily ever after’? £5.99 | Paperback | 250pp | Age: 14+ | YA Fiction ISBN: 978-1-84774-065-6 Release date: March 2014
But with the legacy of her mother’s love, her family’s support, and the guidance of her faith, she manages to overcome the searing pain and use her new found strength to bring joy in to the lives of others. Showing that after death wings can expand. Winner of a Muslim Writers Award 2011 £5.99 | Paperback | 224pp | Age 11+ ISBN: 978-0-86037-499-2 The Great Race to Sycamore Street Julie Mair This topsy turvy adventure on Sycamore Street sees brother and sister Hude and Amani arrive in the country ebook with one thought: it was available going to be a long, boring summer. They couldn’t be more wrong. In this warm and comical story, find out how, under the watchful eyes of Grandma Hana, Hude and Amani plan to save the prized peach tree and beat Bobby at his own game before leaving Sycamore Street behind.
£4.99| Paperback | 160pp | Age 8+ ISBN: 978-1-84774-057-1
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The Victory Boys Jamal Orme Junayd and his friends think madrasa is a waste of time, and older brother Saleem is fast becoming the black sheep of the family. That is, until the Imam of the mosque initiates an extra-curricular project outside his comfort zone. But can faith and football flourish side-by-side? £4.99 | Paperback | 112 pp | Age: 10+ ISBN: 978-0-86037-414-5
The Muslim All-Stars: Helping the Polonskys Khaleel Muhammad Meet Imran, Sumaya, Che Amran, Leila and Adam: AKA, the Muslim All-Stars. An elderly man is desperate for help. His house, filled with rubbish and animals, needs clearing before his wife returns home from a major operation. The Muslim All-Stars come together to do the work - but with time running out and a bigger mess than you can imagine to clear – can they succeed? £3.99 | Paperback | Age: 7+ ISBN: 978-0-86037-454-1
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Burning Boats Zaynab Dawood Life at the peaceful fishing hamlet of Tobay has been changed beyond recognition by the power-hungry Abbas, who uses threats and violence to fulfill his desire for control. Will the villagers’ faith, courage and wisdom be enough to win the battle and save their way of life? £4.99 | Paperback | 148 pp | Age: 12+ ISBN: 978-0-86037-477-0
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The Hijab Boutique Michelle Khan Farah is given an assignment to bring in something representing her mother to talk about for ‘International Women’s Day’ in front of the whole class. What can her modest, humble mother possibly have that is worth sharing with her classmates? £2.99 | Paperback | Age: 8+ ISBN: 978-0-86037-468-8
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Ibrahim Khan and the Mystery of the Roaring Lion Farheen Khan Yousuf hears ferocious roaring lions and creepy laughing hyenas in his backyard, he calls the best detectives he knows: Ibrahim and Zayn Khan! With the help of their trusty brown sack, they search for clues and bit-bybit piece together this extraordinary mystery. Join the third-grade detective duo as they solve the thrilling case of the roaring lion!
The Lost Ring: An Eid Story Fawzia Gilani-Williams Rahma’s family is preparing for Eid and she has been looking forward to making samosas all week, when Grandma’s precious gold ring goes missing. Will Rahma find it in time? £3.95 | Hardback | 29pp | Age: 7+ Colour Illustrations: 13 ISBN: 978-0-86037-565-4
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Ibrahim Khan and the Mystery of the Haunted Lake Farheen Khan Ibrahim and Zayn find themselves challenged by an unexpected mystery during a class vacation at the beautiful, remote Camp Chimo. How can they catch the culprit and prove that the ‘ghost’ terrifying their classmates is a hoax? £3.50 | Paperback | Age: 7+ ISBN: 978-0-86037-423-7
Husna and the Eid Party: An Eid Story Fawzia Gilani-Williams When Husna hears about Maryam’s party, she can’t wait to get her invitation. But when she runs home, there is nothing for her in the post! Has her friend decided not to invite her? £3.95 | Hardback | 29pp | Age: 7+ Colour Illustrations: 12 ISBN: 978-0-86037-406-0
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A School Girl’s Hero Umm Aamina
Rashid and the Missing Body Hassan Radwan
For days Anum didn’t know who to write about for her school English competition, ‘Who I Aspire to Be Like’. Then an inspiration came to her. Her family was supportive, but Anum began to have second thoughts. What would her peers think of her role model, who was so different from the pop stars and sports heroes they had chosen?
Rashid and his mates learn about friendship, duty, and the importance of standing up for truth as they investigate the strange case of the missing body… £2.95 | Paperback | 80pp | Age: 8+ Colour Illustrations: 12 ISBN: 978-0-86037-395-7
£3.95 | Hardback | 28 pp | Age: 8+ Colour Illustrations: 22 ISBN: 978-0-86037-421-3
The Colour Blind Boy Mohammed Yaseen The boy at the back of the classroom was the only child not staring at Abdullah. Who was he? £3.95 | Hardback | 30pp | Age: 8+ Colour Illustrations: 18 ISBN: 978-0-86037-384-1
Rashid and the Haupmann Diamond Hassan Radwan Rashid and his friends witness a robbery at Mrs. Wilson’s house, but police find no evidence of a break-in. The boys’ investigation leads them to an old map marking the location of a precious diamond. But who will reach the diamond first? £3.75 | Paperback | 112pp | Age: 10+ Colour Illustrations: 11 ISBN: 978-0-86037-357-5
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A Picnic of Poems: In Allah’s Green Garden Dawud Wharnsby A collection of 30 poems to keep the young and ‘young at heart’ entertained for hours. These poems cover a number of topics including: Motherhood, Daily Prayer, Baby siblings, Life on a Farm, the Animal Kingdom, Bullying, Mosques, Ramadan, Appreciating nature and more.
Muslim Nursery Rhymes with Audio CD Mustafa Yusuf McDermont Fifteen traditional English nursery rhymes, adapted with Islamic themes. £6.95 | Hardback | 29pp | Age 3+ Colour Illustrations: 16 ISBN: 978-0-86037-563-0 £4.99 | CD only in clear wallet
£9.99 | Hardback | 44 pp | Age 5+ ISBN: 978-0-86037-444-2
For Whom the Troubadour Sings Dawud Wharnsby Colours of Islam Dawud Wharsnby Revisit the classic nasheeds by Dawud Wharnsby, beautifully illustrated and presented in hardback with a Free audio CD. Sing along to nasheeds including: Sing children of the world, The story of Ibrahim, Colours of Islam, Wings against my window and more. £9.99 | Hardback | 44pp | Age 5+ ISBN: 978-0-86037-591-3
Dawud Wharnsby’s unconventional yet masterfully written lyrics challenge paradigms of how we see our lives in relation to others. This pocket-sized volume brings together two decades of the lyrics that have inspired young and old of all faiths the world over, in addition to some of his previously unpublished poetry. £6.99 | Hardback | 184pp | Age: 14+ ISBN: 978-1-84774-011-3
28 Non-Fiction
Imam al-Ghazali: A Concise Life Edoardo Albert
Ibn Sina: A Concise Life Edoardo Albert
In this short biography you will discover how Al-Ghazali rose from his humble background as a fatherless young boy from a small town, to become a successful student, a great teacher and the most famous thinker on Islam of his time.
Ibn Sina, who is referred to as Avicenna in Latin, was a true polymath. Born in the tenth Century his passion for knowledge was unbound. He wrote books of philosophy that are still argued over today and set down medical treatments that continue in use. As such, Ibn Sina is often referred to as the most brilliant Muslim thinker in Islam’s Golden Age.
£4.99 | Paperback | 104pp | Age: 12+ ISBN: 978-1-84774-030-4
£4.99 | Paperback | 104pp | Age 12+ ISBN: 978-1-84774-045-8
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The War Within Our Hearts Habeeb Quadri and Sa’ad Quadri A book written by young Muslims for young Muslims addressing issues they can relate to, such as drugs, dating, and music, in a language that is their own. With an introduction by Imam Zaid Shakir. £5.99 | Paperback | 204 pp | Age: 14+ ISBN: 978-1-84774-012-0
The Miracle of Life: a guide on Islamic family life and sexual health education for young people (Revised edition 2000) Fatima M. D’Oyen Presents essential Islamic concepts and perspectives on family life, relationships, sexual health and hygiene in clear, modest and dignified language for young Muslims growing up in today’s world. Recommended for children ages 8-13, parents, teachers and libraries. £6.95 | Paperback | 114pp |Age: 8+ ISBN: 978-0-86037-355-1
NON-FICTION & BACKLIST 29 Dr. Hany and Islamic Relief: Moved by Compassion, Serving the World’s Poorest People (Muslim’s in the Modern World series) This story charts Dr Hany El Banna’s steps from fundraising on the streets of Birmingham to being the president of a global humanitarian relief organisation. £5.99 | Paperback | 120 pp | Age: 12+ ISBN: 978-1-84774-026-7 Aisha Goes in Search of Colour Lisa Jane Dhar £4.50 | Hardback | 32 pp Age: 3+ Colour Illustrations: 15 ISBN: 978-0-86037-472-5 Our Grandma Zaynab Dawood £4.50 | Hardback | 29pp Age: 3+ Colour Illustrations: 20 ISBN: 978-0-860374-00-8 Our Granddad Maryam Ahmed £4.50 | Hardback | 29pp Age: 5+ Colour Illustrations: 14 ISBN: 978-0-860374-05-3 Hannah and Her Grandma Deborah A. Woodthorpe £5.95 | Hardback | 32pp Age: 8+ Colour Illustrations: 12 ISBN: 978-0-86037-440-4
Abu Bakr: The First Caliph Adapted by Muhammad Rashid Feroze A brief biography of this prominent and beloved Companion of the Prophet* and first Caliph after the Prophet’s death. £2.25 | Paperback | 44pp | Age: 12+ Maps & Photographs: 7 ISBN: 978-0-950395-44-9 A Caring Neighbour Karema Bouroubi £1.95 | Paperback | 24pp Age: 3+ ISBN: 978-0-860372-65-3 Adventures in the Nile Valley Susan Omar £3.95 | Paperback | 80pp Age: 8+ ISBN: 978-0-860372-42-4 New Friends, New Places Susan Omar £2.95 | Paperback | 64pp Age: 8+ ISBN: 978-0-860372-27-1 Tales of Mercy Anwar Cara £2.25 | Paperback | 36pp Age: 8+ ISBN: 978-0-860372-21-9 Rays of Truth: Poems on Islam Ayesha bint Mahmood £2.95 | Paperback | 56pp Age: 8+ ISBN: 978-0-860372-63-9