Asmaa Hussein

"A Temporary Gift is a record of journal entries written by Kassem's widow, Asmaa Hussein, during the two years following his departure from this world. This book is about re-learning how to live in the face of immense trauma. It is a reminder that beyond the pain and darkness of loss there is still the potential of light in patience and constancy." -- Page [4] of cover.

Reflections on Love, Loss, and Healing

A Temporary Gift

"A Place of Refuge reminds us that forging a connection with our Creator is our only true refuge from the inevitable difficulties of this world. In a series of powerful and thought-provoking essays, Asmaa Hussein draws on her experience maintaining resilience and strength in the face of overwhelming personal hardships. With moving pieces that address the realities of single parenthood, the challenges of maintaining a healthy private life while living in the public eye, and the effects of old traumas, Hussein makes insightful spiritual connections between her lived experiences and stories from the Quran and sunnah" -- Amazon.com

A Place of Refuge

Nusaiba and the 5th Grade Bullies

Mohámed Osama Kamal

The Forever Tree

Twins Roda and Bushra switch hairstyles for the day, and hilarity ensues at school.

The Great Hair Exchange

It’s Yasmine’s first day of school and she has butterflies in her tummy! Speaking of her tummy, what’s that little round thing on it called again? And what is it for anyway? Yasmine’s Belly Button is a touching story that explores the depth of love in a mother-daughter relationship, all told through the wild imagination of a 4 year-old. Along the way, little Yasmine discovers just how connected she is to her mom and all her new classmates.

Yasmine's Bellyl Button

A spinoff of the classic Stone Soup folktale, Bismillah Soup is a story about Hasan, a young Somali boy who ventures out to prepare a delicious feast for his mother. With a little bit of elbow grease, a lot of trust in God and the help of his friends and neighbours, Hasan quickly turns his idea into a magnificent plan and gathers the entire community together for a spectacular feast at the local mosque. Hasan's journey is full of unexpected twists and turns that lead him down a path of discovering what community, generosity and reliance on God truly mean.

Bismillah Soup!

Mr. Gamal's Gratitude Glasses

"Auntie Sophia is making her special out-of-this-world samosas for the mosque iftar. But what this samosa pro doesn't know is that her kitty, Serrano, has some sneaky plans to alter her recipe! What will happen when she accidentally swallows a far too spicy pastry whole?" --

Asmaa Hussein

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