"...no less powerful than the first, no less moving." From the author of the internationally acclaimed novel If I Should Speak comes the anxiously awaited sequel. In this deft second book, Umm Zakiyyah again takes us through the lives of Tamika and those who brush her life. Now Muslim, Tamika must face her Christian mother who instilled in her a love for Christ and made church the heartbeat of the family. Torn between her dedication to Islam, the longing of her soul, and her mother, the longing of her heart - her "lifeline," Tamika struggles to find peace somewhere in-between. But she finds that something must give. A story of faith, determination, and love, A Voice penetrates the heart and moves the reader like no other, as the reader is transported from fiction to a reality so profound that one feels part of it.

This is the companion story to New Friends, New Places and presents a fascinating account of the British Muslim boy, Adam's second visit to Egypt. He is amazed and captivated by the many Islamic monuments, exciting historical places and hectic but colorful life of Islamic Egypt. His journey takes him to Al Azhar, the famous thousand-year old Islamic university, the mausoleum of Iman Shafi, the ancient mosque of 'Amr bin al-'As and on a fascinating visit to the pyramids and the desert. Through visiting Islamic places, joining the salah in various mosques, celebrating the Festival of 'Id with great excitement, Adam not only rediscovers his links with Islamic past but acquires a sense of pride in belonging to the universal ummah of Islam.

Stories from the Arab World present well known – and less well known – tales from the Middle East. Their vigor, humor, color and charm will delight young readers the world over. Their carefully-worded text and their bright, full-color illustrations have been specially prepared to appeal to young readers.
The Stories from the Arab World series is suitable for children of a whole cross-section of ages who will learn and enjoy the various tales. The young will listen eagerly to their parents’ narration while older children who can read will find both pleasure and practice in reading the book.
Children will also enjoy the beautiful illustration thereby enhancing their imagination and creating a passion for stories.

Growing up is never easy. As simple as that sounds, it is the truth. Many of our young Muslim children are falling prey to many temptations. These "temptations" are not just limited to our teen population. They are also pushed upon our younger children as well. Burhaan Khan is a young Muslim American boy who has to contend with the everyday trials of being a Muslim. What is great about this book is the manner in which the lessons are presented. It lets the reader know that sometimes problems come from outside forces, like in the story "Says Who?" and sometimes the problems are within ourselves, as in the story "A True Warrior." The six easily readable tales run the gamut in presenting not only problems but solutions as well. Topics like cousins who don't follow Islam and dealing with a bully are addressed in a very straight forward and sensitive manner. These stories provide excellent examples of how to apply Islamic principles in daily life. First, Burhaan learns that a person's character is more important than his material possessions. Next, we see how he reacts when a popular new student tries to gain the attention of others. Burhaan also finds himself confronted with relatives who don't practice Islam; he is challenged to do well on a test, and finally, we end with a heart-warming story about a cat he finds that has a very special need. What better way to show proper conduct in Islam than through the eyes of a young boy who's living it: Burhaan Khan.

Stories from the Arab World present well known – and less well known – tales from the Middle East. Their vigor, humor, color and charm will delight young readers the world over. Their carefully-worded text and their bright, full-color illustrations have been specially prepared to appeal to young readers.
The Stories from the Arab World series is suitable for children of a whole cross-section of ages who will learn and enjoy the various tales. The young will listen eagerly to their parents’ narration while older children who can read will find both pleasure and practice in reading the book.
Children will also enjoy the beautiful illustration thereby enhancing their imagination and creating a passion for stories.

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 long, boring summer. They couldn’t be more wrong. With Grandma Hana’s new neighbor planning to pull down her prized peach tree and a gang, led by archer Bobby, marshalling the local lake, Hude and Amani have a hard time getting any peace.

In this warm and comical story, find out how, under the watchful eyes of Grandma Hana, Hude and Amani plan to save the peach tree and beat Bobby at his own game before leaving Sycamore Street behind.

Tree forts, maple trees and roaring lions? When their classmate Yusuf 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 by bit piece together this extraordinary mystery. Join the 3rd grade detective duo as they solve the thrilling case of The Roaring Lion!

Excerpt:
“It was almost midnight when Ibrahim first heard the sounds of hyenas in the backyard and they were laughing! He quietly slipped out of his sleeping bag and peered into the yard. Less than a minute later he heard a loud thunderous roar! He grabbed his binoculars and held them against the window. There was definitely something out there, something big!”