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Some books are just ink on a page. Others are written with love, loss, and an unshakeable trust in Allah SWT. I See Allah Everywhere belongs firmly in the latter. Meet the Author Beyond being an author, Firdose Saloojee wears many roles, and each one is close to her heart. She speaks most tenderly about…
Stories have always shaped how people understand the world. In Islam, they shape something even deeper – they shape our hearts and characters. The Qur’an itself is filled with stories. Allah SWT shares the lives of the Prophets AS not as distant history, but as guidance for every generation. Through their journeys, we learn patience,…
As we step into 2026, I’ve been doing a bit of reflecting (as one does in those in-between weeks in late December-early January), and I realised something I really want to share with you. Alhamdulillah, 2025 was a big year for AMWASA… But not in a flashy, overnight-success kind of way. Rather, it was a…
Jelaluddin Rumi, the 13th-century Sufi mystic, writes: “I was a hidden treasure and I desired to be known.” This may or may not have been drawn from a hadith qudsi — the sacred sayings of Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him) — about the Divine desire for creation, but it speaks beautifully to the essence…
In a world overflowing with stories, there’s something uniquely powerful about discovering voices that have not yet been widely heard. Muslim women are writing with depth, honesty, and a refreshing diversity of themes – memoir, cross-cultural romance, and even raw reflections on trauma and healing. If you’re looking to add meaning, nuance, and new perspectives…
The Durban International Book Fair is calling — and AMWASA is answering with an even stronger presence this year, in sha Allah! After a successful first experience in 2024, we’re thrilled to return to the 4th annual DIBF which is held in South Africa’s first UNESCO City of Literature and we’re inviting Muslim women authors,…
In recent years, trigger warnings have become a common fixture in literature, media, and even academic spaces. These warnings are designed to alert readers or viewers to potentially distressing content, giving them the option to engage or avoid based on their emotional well-being. For some, these developments signal an essential step forward in mental health…
We were thrilled to represent six authors at the Durban International Book Fair this year and, among them, was Fadila Moolla – author of Take Control, and now also its sequel, The Silent Truth. As a woman who has worn many hats – mother, grandmother, friend, and confidant – Moolla brings a wealth of experience…
One of the most frequently asked questions by self-published authors is, “What’s the one thing I need to do to sell my books?” It’s a natural question, especially with the complexities of self-publishing, but the answer might be a bit deflating: There is no single solution. Success in the self-publishing world is more of a…
In the journey of writing, the importance of community and networking cannot be overstated. For Muslim women authors, building a supportive network is crucial not only for personal growth but also for collective empowerment and representation within the literary world. At AMWASA, we are committed to creating and nurturing such a community, offering a platform…
