When we talk about love in books, it doesn’t always have to mean filmy gestures, or dramatic romance or heart-wrenching scenes. Some of the most meaningful stories are the ones that celebrate connection in quiet, deeply human ways – love rooted in faith, family, self-worth, and sincere companionship. If you’re…
As Ramadaan approaches, many of us start thinking about meal planners, timetables, and to-do lists. But before all of that, there’s something even more important to prepare: the heart. One of the gentlest ways to begin that inner preparation is through reading. The right book can slow you down, soften…
To me, Tuqburni felt like a journal poured out in fictional form. Award-winning author Nasreen Variyawa wrote this remarkable novel after the sudden passing of her husband. What began as scribbles on sticky notes – an attempt to make sense of her grief – eventually transformed into a story about…
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…
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…
Through the eyes of a butterfly Just as the metamorphosis of a butterfly unfolds from stage to stage, Bamba Butterfly delves into the intertwined lives of Imtiyaaz and Salma, navigating generations from childhood to adulthood, experiencing alienation, loss, and abuse. Based on a true story, Bamba Butterfly is birthed from…
As the breeze of the book Reflections of 73 Years blew a subtle mist into my soul, I couldn’t help but reminisce about the moments I spent beside my beloved late grandmother, listening as she shared stories and introspections from her life. It rekindled within me a longing for that…
The Butterfly Corner has become a beloved name in South African Muslim households, evoking nostalgia deeply embedded in the hearts of our children. Sameera Bamath, a favourite children’s media personality on Radio Islam and Hilaal TV, as well as an educator and mother to all our little butterflies, has written…
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…
I am thrilled to announce that Haroun & Layla, the second book in the Salaam2Soulm8 series by Tasneem Gaffoor, has officially earned the AMWASA Stamp of Approval! At AMWASA, we strive to bring forward content that aligns with Islamic values while offering engaging, relatable stories for readers who cherish halal…
I am delighted to introduce “Hayati” by Waheeda Ismail, now proudly part of AMWASA’s collection of halal-approved books Review “Hayati,” by Waheeda Ismail, is a captivating fictionalized memoir that unfolds through the lens of first-person narrative. The title, meaning “My Life,” aptly captures the essence of the protagonist’s journey as…
I am thrilled to introduce “Zahra & Yaseen,” the debut novel in the Salaam2Soulm8 series, now proudly part of AMWASA’s collection of halal-approved books. Review “Zahra and Yaseen”, the debut novel of Tasneem Gaffoor in her Salaam2Soulm8 series, offers an engaging and fast-paced storyline set within a halaal environment, yet…
