Announcements Archives - MuslimMatters.org https://muslimmatters.org/category/muslimmatters/announcements/ Discourses in the Intellectual Traditions, Political Situation, and Social Ethics of Muslim Life Tue, 13 Jan 2026 18:21:11 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 https://muslimmatters.org/wp-content/uploads/cropped-MM-Logo-500-px-white-bg-32x32.png Announcements Archives - MuslimMatters.org https://muslimmatters.org/category/muslimmatters/announcements/ 32 32 The Muslim Book Awards 2025 Winners https://muslimmatters.org/2026/01/09/the-muslim-book-awards-2025-winners/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-muslim-book-awards-2025-winners https://muslimmatters.org/2026/01/09/the-muslim-book-awards-2025-winners/#respond Fri, 09 Jan 2026 12:00:26 +0000 https://muslimmatters.org/?p=94233 Each year, the judges of the Muslim Book Awards spend time and thought on choosing the best Muslim books of the year. We look for quality of writing, rich and unique stories, and most importantly, Islamic values being upheld and highlighted. After much reading, discussion, and passionate thoughts, the judges have finally cast their ballots […]

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Each year, the judges of the Muslim Book Awards spend time and thought on choosing the best Muslim books of the year. We look for quality of writing, rich and unique stories, and most importantly, Islamic values being upheld and highlighted.

After much reading, discussion, and passionate thoughts, the judges have finally cast their ballots – and the Muslim Book Awards 2025 winners are in!

Best Toddler Book

Here’s Our Religion is a unique giant-sized board book that kids will turn to over and over again! Rather than telling a story, this book introduces images and short descriptions of important Islamic concepts and themes, such as Ummah, Qur’an, Salah, Ramadan, Zakat/Sadaqa, Hajj, and Sunnah.

Best Picture Book

Saif’s Special Patches is about a little boy who is shy – but also much more than “just shy”! The patches in his special quilt represent all the different instances that Saif has been persistent, helpful, brave, and smart – and remind him that even though it’s not easy learning how to swim or knowing how to help out at the masjid, he can do it!

Best Young Adult

Huda F Wants to Know? does a lot more than just crack jokes. This latest installment in the Huda F series starts with Huda preparing for her junior year of high school, with laser focus on ACT exam prep, applying for scholarships, and getting her driver’s ed done. What she didn’t expect was her parents telling her that they’re getting a divorce. This graphic novel does what I never expected a comic series to do: explore mental health, friendship, and family relationships with care and nuance.

Best Adult Fiction

“Far Away from Here” is a brilliant debut that brings us the story of three Black Americans Muslims in New Orleans, set after Hurricane Katrina. Weaving together spiritual journeys, personal struggles, and the history of Black Muslims in the American landscape, this book is deeply immersive and reminds readers of the power of faith in Allah.

Best Holiday Book

“The Eidi Bag” isn’t just a story about celebrating Eid al-Fitr; it’s a story of culture, faith, anticipation, disappointment, change, and appreciation. It is Sarah’s first Eid in a new country and she has made herself a new Eidi bag just for the occasion! But it turns out that Eid traditions in this different place aren’t quite the same as back home. Sarah longs for Pakistan and the traditions that she is used to, but she slowly realizes that different traditions can also be fun and filled with love and joy.

Best Juvenile Non-Fiction

“Shining Hearts: Sahabah Stories for Kids” by Marium Uqaili introduces both male and female companions (five of each) in a way that isn’t dry or too detail-heavy. The text is spaced out well on the pages, with small side facts and questions laid out as well. This is excellent for 5+ as a learning resource!

Best Adult Non-Fiction

“The Heart of Design: Spirituality, Creativity and Entrepreneurship” is a brilliant examination of Islamic principles in the context of design, business, creative pursuits, and more. The book connects personal spiritual lessons with external practice, highlighting how one can cultivate a holistic higher praxis. Lush in layout and rich in content, this book will linger with readers long after they’re done, inviting them to return over and over again.

Best Illustrations

“Dear Moon” is a visually gorgeous book that serves as the perfect coffee table book or gift to loved ones. Characterized by soft colour schemes, sweet hijabi characters, and Islamic reminders, this book is a delight to the eyes and the heart. This book is a collection of Zayneb Haleem’s best work, quoting Quranic ayaat and other gentle Islamic reminders. Whether you’re an adult who just needs a glimpse of joy, or a young one who loves pretty illustrations, this book will definitely be picked up and flipped through often.

Judges’ Choice

“A Mouth Full of Salt” is a tale of long-ago (and yet not that long ago) Sudan that meanders like the Nile, but with a powerful undercurrent that pulls you to its end. A little boy drowns in a village, setting off a chain of tragedies and discoveries that uncover generational secrets. The women at the peripherals of the village are much more than sideline observers; their lives underscore the village’s past and future.

Bookseller’s Choice

Everything Grows in Jiddo’s Garden is the story of a young Palestinian girl and her Jiddo.

Jiddo’s garden is a wonder. In it grows so many amazing things—to see, smell, and taste. But helping him to tend the garden teaches this young girl about even more than fig trees. It gives her a chance to discover just who she is. Many years ago, like so many Palestinians, her family was forced to leave their homeland. But Jiddo shows her how, until they can return, tending a garden can connect them to home—and to each other!

Congratulations!

Congratulations to all the winners of the Muslim Book Awards 2025!

[DON’T FORGET! SPECIAL COUPON CODE: Use the coupon code “MBR” for 15% off all products ordered from Crescent Moon Bookstore!]

Related:

Muslim Book Awards 2025: Finalists

The Muslim Bookstagram Awards 2024 Winners

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The Muslim Book Awards 2025 https://muslimmatters.org/2025/09/01/the-muslim-book-awards-2025/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-muslim-book-awards-2025 https://muslimmatters.org/2025/09/01/the-muslim-book-awards-2025/#respond Mon, 01 Sep 2025 14:04:12 +0000 https://muslimmatters.org/?p=93373 Today marks the launch of the FIFTH year of the Muslim Book Awards! The Muslim Book Awards (MBA) is an annual celebration of Muslim voices in publishing, from mainstream publishers, Islamic publishers, or authors who self-publish. Hosted by MuslimMatters.org and featuring a panel of well-known Muslimah reviewers from Bookstagram, the MBA takes in nominations before […]

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Today marks the launch of the FIFTH year of the Muslim Book Awards!

The Muslim Book Awards (MBA) is an annual celebration of Muslim voices in publishing, from mainstream publishers, Islamic publishers, or authors who self-publish. Hosted by MuslimMatters.org and featuring a panel of well-known Muslimah reviewers from Bookstagram, the MBA takes in nominations before finally judging the entries and announcing the winners on MuslimMatters!

MuslimMatters is proud to host the Muslim Book Awards.

What is Muslim Bookstagram?

Muslim Bookstagram is the unofficial name for the niche space on Instagram where Muslim book lovers reside! It is a vibrant community of readers, writers, librarians, bookstore owners, and all those who are bookishly inclined.

Book reviews are shared, new and old publications highlighted, and deep discussions about publishing, representation, and storytelling are had. Muslim Bookstagram has become both an amazing space for valuable conversations and a resource for Muslim parents, as well as anyone else interested in diverse, representative literature.

Who are the judges of the MBA 20245?

Amire Hoxha is a mechanical drafter by trade, a reader by heart, and the author of “AMAR’S FAJR REWARD“! Her meticulous nature helps her identify quality and assess books. Aside from her online presence, Amire has established, curated and grown her local masjid library for 7 years. Her background in Islamic knowledge has made her an authentic resource for Muslim parents wanting authentic Islamic books. Follow her on Instagram: @muslimkidsbooknook

Shifa Saltagi Safadi is the author of KAREEM BETWEEN (Putnam 2024), the AMINA BANANA chapter book series (Putnam 2025), the picture book THE GIFT OF EID (Holiday House 2025), and indie Muslim published SPELL IT LIKE SAMAR (2019), HEAVEN AT MAMA’S FEET (2021) and PEPPERONI, PITCHES, AND OTHER PROBLEMS (2021). Shifa shares her favorite Muslim books on her online instagram bookblog @muslimmommyblog and is an ELA middle school teacher, so books are basically her whole life! Shifa was born in Syria and immigrated to the US with her parents as a young girl. She lives near Chicago (GO BEARS!) with her husband and four children.

Kirin Nabi is a former Islamic School Librarian who now stewards three little free libraries, and posts about children’s and YA books by Muslim authors or books containing Muslim characters at www.islamicschoollibrarian.com. Find her on Instagram: @islamicschoollibrarian

Zainab bint Younus is a Canadian Muslim woman who writes on Muslim women’s issues, gender-related injustice in the Muslim community, and Muslim women in Islamic history. She also provides in-depth book reviews of Muslamic literature on her Instagram account, covering everything from YA and adult fiction, academic treatises, and Islamic religious literature. You can find her on Instagram (@bintyounus) and support her via Patreon.

Calling all Muslim authors, illustrators, and publishers!

Submissions are restricted to Muslim authors, illustrators, and publishers. If you’ve written, illustrated, or published a Muslim-books-awards-worthy book, we want to know about it!

Application Requirements:

⭐Written by a Muslim author

⭐A Muslim story: The story must involve clearly Muslim characters and at least some reference to elements of Islam.

⭐Islamically appropriate: The story must not promote beliefs or actions that are clearly prohibited by Islam or go against Islamic values. This does NOT mean that characters don’t experience serious conflicts or go through challenges; it does mean that the final message should not be something that promotes unIslamic beliefs or actions (e.g. shirky beliefs, promoting LBGTQ relationships, praising zina).

⭐Published between January 2025-December 2025

⭐English language: Unfortunately, we do not have the resources or ability to include non-English-language books.

⭐Must be prepared to provide sample pages upon request

⭐Must be prepared to provide complimentary physical copies to all 4 judges

⭐ No AI, whether used for writing or illustrations.

Submit Your Book!

Click here to submit your favorite Muslim publication of 2025 for the Muslim Book Awards!

Submissions will close on September 15, 2025, and winners will be announced in January 2026! There’s not much time, so hurry to submit your books today!

Support Our Official Sponsor!

Crescent Moon Bookstore is the generous official sponsor of the Muslim Book Awards 2023, 2024, and 2025! CMB carefully curates books, toys, games, stationery, and home decor for every Muslim household. Crescent Moon was created for all of us wanting to make our homes and the world a better place. A portion of all proceeds goes to several different children’s charities around the world for humanitarian aid. Crescent Moon Bookstore has an incredible selection of Muslim books for all ages, with free US shipping over $60.00 and free Canadian shipping over $125!

Related:

Muslim Bookstagram Awards 2021 – What Makes A Winning Story?

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Ramadan Mubarak 1446 AH https://muslimmatters.org/2025/03/04/ramadan-mubarak-1446-ah/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ramadan-mubarak-1446-ah https://muslimmatters.org/2025/03/04/ramadan-mubarak-1446-ah/#respond Tue, 04 Mar 2025 23:33:31 +0000 https://muslimmatters.org/?p=91886 Ramadan Mubarak from the MuslimMatters Team to you and yours! Alhamdulillah, the blessed month of Ramadan 1446 AH, has arrived. May Allah subḥānahu wa ta’āla (glorified and exalted be He) make us of those whose faith is increased, whose sins are forgiven, and whose worship and good deeds are accepted, ameen! Ramadan Content Stay tuned […]

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Ramadan Mubarak from the MuslimMatters Team to you and yours!

Alhamdulillah, the blessed month of Ramadan 1446 AH, has arrived. May Allah subḥānahu wa ta’āla (glorified and exalted be He) make us of those whose faith is increased, whose sins are forgiven, and whose worship and good deeds are accepted, ameen!

Ramadan Content

Stay tuned for MuslimMatters’ ongoing Ramadan content!

This year, we have another collaboration with the IOK Seminary with a daily series of Ramadan reminders, in addition to more brand-new content around tahajjud, fasting, juggling family, work, and fasting, mental health and wellness, and more.

Check out our archives for more timeless content as well! Don’t forget to share any articles, videos, and podcasts that you feel have been beneficial to you, and may be for others as well.

Related:

The MM Recap: Most Popular Ramadan Articles

The MuslimMatters Ramadan Podcast Playlist [2023]

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MuslimMatters Official Statement On Wisam Sharieff https://muslimmatters.org/2024/11/05/muslimmatters-official-statement-on-wisam-sharieff/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=muslimmatters-official-statement-on-wisam-sharieff https://muslimmatters.org/2024/11/05/muslimmatters-official-statement-on-wisam-sharieff/#comments Tue, 05 Nov 2024 05:18:27 +0000 https://muslimmatters.org/?p=90702 MuslimMatters is appalled and horrified by the shocking revelations surrounding Wisam Sharieff, who has been accused of despicable acts, including conspiracy to produce child pornography. As documented so far, these alleged actions are an unspeakable betrayal of trust and an abhorrent abuse of power, violating the core values of our faith, our community, and basic […]

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MuslimMatters is appalled and horrified by the shocking revelations surrounding Wisam Sharieff, who has been accused of despicable acts, including conspiracy to produce child pornography. As documented so far, these alleged actions are an unspeakable betrayal of trust and an abhorrent abuse of power, violating the core values of our faith, our community, and basic human decency. 

For many of us, this betrayal feels deeply personal. We are disturbed and profoundly disgusted, as some in our community may have once studied with or respected Sharieff. To now confront the possibility that he may have manipulated his position to cause such harm is revolting and distressing. We stand united in our condemnation of these alleged actions and any other form of abuse, especially when directed toward the vulnerable and innocent. Such actions are not only criminal but a severe violation of the ethical principles we strive to uphold, dictated by the Quran.

MuslimMatters strongly encourages anyone affected by these or similar acts to come forward and report to relevant authorities immediately, and we commit to offering any support necessary. The courage of those who speak out is vital in shining a light on these reprehensible actions, and we honor their bravery in standing up against such evils. The victim’s mother being involved in this abuse makes it especially reprehensible.

Effective immediately, MuslimMatters has severed all association with Wisam Sharieff. He has previously been interviewed on MuslimMatters and we have published transcriptions of his lectures. We are committed to creating a safe, trustworthy, and supportive space for our online community, where abuses of trust are met with zero tolerance. Spiritual abuse, exploitation, and the betrayal of our community’s faith deserve the utmost condemnation, and we pledge to uphold our values of integrity, safety, and accountability.

We urge other organizations in the Muslim community who were closely associated with Sharieff to take a strong stance and consider creating an email or phone hotline for victims.

۞ يَـٰٓأَيُّہَا ٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُواْ كُونُواْ قَوَّٲمِينَ بِٱلۡقِسۡطِ شُہَدَآءَ لِلَّهِ وَلَوۡ عَلَىٰٓ أَنفُسِكُمۡ أَوِ ٱلۡوَٲلِدَيۡنِ وَٱلۡأَقۡرَبِينَ‌ۚ إِن يَكُنۡ غَنِيًّا أَوۡ فَقِيرً۬ا فَٱللَّهُ أَوۡلَىٰ بِہِمَا‌ۖ فَلَا تَتَّبِعُواْ ٱلۡهَوَىٰٓ أَن تَعۡدِلُواْ‌ۚ وَإِن تَلۡوُ ۥۤاْ أَوۡ تُعۡرِضُواْ فَإِنَّ ٱللَّهَ كَانَ بِمَا تَعۡمَلُونَ خَبِيرً۬ا (١٣٥)

“O believers! Stand firm for justice as witnesses for Allah even if it is against yourselves, your parents, or close relatives. Be they rich or poor, Allah is best to ensure their interests. So do not let your desires cause you to deviate ˹from justice˺. If you distort the testimony or refuse to give it, then ˹know that˺ Allah is certainly All-Aware of what you do.” [Surah An-Nisa; 4:135]

May Allah subḥānahu wa ta'āla (glorified and exalted be He) protect the innocent, uplift the oppressed, and grant justice to those who have been wronged.

 

Resources:

Naseeha: a 24-hour hotline in US and Canada –  +1 (866) 627-3342 

Write to info@muslimmatters.org 

On Preventing Child Abuse

Preventing Child Abuse: What Can You Do?

Information on Mandatory Reporting 

What is mandated reporting, and who is a mandated reporter? Read here for more information.

In Shaykh’s Clothing

In Shaykh’s Clothing is an organization dedicated to helping Muslims understand and recover from spiritual abuse.

Religious/ Spiritual Abuse Toolkit

Religious/Spiritual Abuse Toolkit

Insights into the Psychology of Spiritual Abuse

A paper written by Dr. Rania Awad and Dr. Tabish Riaz on the psychology of spiritual abuse.

Related:

What Do I Do When I Find Out My Favorite Preacher Is Corrupt?

Blurred Lines: Women, “Celebrity” Shaykhs, and Spiritual Abuse

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The Muslim Bookstagram Awards 2024 https://muslimmatters.org/2024/08/30/the-muslim-bookstagram-awards-2024/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-muslim-bookstagram-awards-2024 https://muslimmatters.org/2024/08/30/the-muslim-bookstagram-awards-2024/#respond Fri, 30 Aug 2024 10:00:46 +0000 https://muslimmatters.org/?p=90154 It’s (one of) our favourite times of the year! Muslim Bookstagram Awards season! The Muslim Bookstagram Awards (MBA) is an annual celebration of Muslim voices in publishing, from mainstream publishers, Islamic publishers, or authors who self-publish. Hosted by MuslimMatters.org and featuring a panel of well-known Muslimah reviewers from Bookstagram, the MBA takes in nominations before […]

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It’s (one of) our favourite times of the year! Muslim Bookstagram Awards season!

The Muslim Bookstagram Awards (MBA) is an annual celebration of Muslim voices in publishing, from mainstream publishers, Islamic publishers, or authors who self-publish. Hosted by MuslimMatters.org and featuring a panel of well-known Muslimah reviewers from Bookstagram, the MBA takes in nominations before finally judging the entries and announcing the winners on MuslimMatters!

MuslimMatters is proud to host the Muslim Bookstagram Awards.

What is Muslim Bookstagram?

Muslim Bookstagram is the unofficial name for the niche space on Instagram where Muslim book lovers reside! It is a vibrant community of readers, writers, librarians, bookstore owners, and all those who are bookishly inclined.

Book reviews are shared, new and old publications highlighted, and deep discussions about publishing, representation, and storytelling are had. Muslim Bookstagram has become both an amazing space for valuable conversations and a resource for Muslim parents, as well as anyone else interested in diverse, representative literature.

Who are the judges of the MBA 2024?

Amire Hoxha is a Mechanical Drafter by trade and a reader by heart! Her meticulous nature helps her identify quality and assess books. Aside from her online presence, Amire has established, curated and grown her local masjid library for 7 years. Her background in Islamic knowledge has made her an authentic resource for Muslim parents wanting authentic Islamic books. Follow her on Instagram: @muslimkidsbooknook

Shifa Saltagi Safadi is the author of KAREEM BETWEEN (Putnam 2024), the AMINA BANANA chapter book series (Putnam 2025), the picture book THE GIFT OF EID (Holiday House 2025), and indie Muslim published SPELL IT LIKE SAMAR (2019), HEAVEN AT MAMA’S FEET (2021) and PEPPERONI, PITCHES, AND OTHER PROBLEMS (2021). Shifa shares her favorite Muslim books on her online instagram bookblog @muslimmommyblog and is an ELA middle school teacher, so books are basically her whole life! Shifa was born in Syria and immigrated to the US with her parents as a young girl. She lives near Chicago (GO BEARS!) with her husband and four children.

Kirin Nabi is a former Islamic School Librarian who now stewards three little free libraries, and posts about children’s and YA books by Muslim authors or books containing Muslim characters at www.islamicschoollibrarian.com. Find her on Instagram: @islamicschoollibrarian

Zainab bint Younus is a Canadian Muslim woman who writes on Muslim women’s issues, gender-related injustice in the Muslim community, and Muslim women in Islamic history. She also provides in-depth book reviews of Muslamic literature on her Instagram account, covering everything from YA and adult fiction, academic treatises, and Islamic religious literature. You can find her on Instagram (@bintyounus) and support her via Patreon.

Calling all Muslim authors, illustrators, and publishers!

Submissions are restricted to Muslim authors, illustrators, and publishers. If you’ve written, illustrated, or published a Muslim-bookstagram-awards-worthy book, we want to know about it!

Application Requirements:

⭐Written by a Muslim author

⭐A Muslim story: The story must involve clearly Muslim characters and at least some reference to elements of Islam.

⭐Islamically appropriate: The story must not promote beliefs or actions that are clearly prohibited by Islam or go against Islamic values. This does NOT mean that characters don’t experience serious conflicts or go through challenges; it does mean that the final message should not be something that promotes unIslamic beliefs or actions (e.g. shirky beliefs, promoting LBGTQ relationships, praising zina).

⭐Published between January 2024-December 2024

⭐English language: Unfortunately, we do not have the resources or ability to include non-English-language books.

⭐Must be prepared to provide sample pages upon request

⭐Must be prepared to provide complimentary physical copies to all 4 judges

Submit Your Book!

Click here to submit your favorite Muslim publication of 2024 for the Muslim Bookstagram Awards!

Submissions will close on September 15, 2024, and winners will be announced in January 2025! There’s not much time, so hurry to submit your books today!

Support Our Official Sponsor!

Crescent Moon Bookstore is the generous official sponsor of the Muslim Bookstagram Awards 2023 and 2024! CMB carefully curates books, toys, games, stationery, and home decor for every Muslim household. Crescent Moon was created for all of us wanting to make our homes and the world a better place. A portion of all proceeds goes to several different children’s charities around the world for humanitarian aid. Crescent Moon Bookstore has an incredible selection of Muslim books for all ages, with free US shipping over $60.00 and free Canadian shipping over $125!

Related:

Muslim Bookstagram Awards 2021 – What Makes A Winning Story?

Podcast: A Glimpse Into Muslim Bookstagram

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Announcement: MuslimMatters New Executive Director https://muslimmatters.org/2024/01/21/announcement-muslimmatters-new-executive-director/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=announcement-muslimmatters-new-executive-director https://muslimmatters.org/2024/01/21/announcement-muslimmatters-new-executive-director/#respond Sun, 21 Jan 2024 18:35:22 +0000 https://muslimmatters.org/?p=88435 Bismillah. MuslimMatters is excited to announce the appointment of our new Executive Director, Br. Siraaj Muhammad. Siraaj has served as a MuslimMatters volunteer and writer since 2008, served as COO from 2010-2012, Ops Director in 2019, and up until today was serving as Interim Executive Director since 2021. In addition to his wealth of institutional […]

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Bismillah.

MuslimMatters is excited to announce the appointment of our new Executive Director, Br. Siraaj Muhammad.

Siraaj has served as a MuslimMatters volunteer and writer since 2008, served as COO from 2010-2012, Ops Director in 2019, and up until today was serving as Interim Executive Director since 2021.

In addition to his wealth of institutional knowledge, Siraaj’s career as a technology professional has allowed him to overhaul and redesign the MuslimMatters site, focusing on presenting content, site speed and SEO, while making it easier for writers to access and use the site, which has led to more content production.

Siraaj also designed a successful online fundraising campaign for MuslimMatters which has allowed us to flourish in the last few years, drive more traffic to our site, hire additional writers and re-engage readers while attracting new ones.

In addition to the accomplishments above, Siraaj launched a brand new podcast, assisted the editorial team in streamlining processes that drove focus on the core mission of the organization, hire new writers, and deliver more content than previous years.

MuslimMatters continues to be one of the leaders of Islamic content on the internet and we couldn’t be more proud to have Br. Siraaj Muhammad leading the organization as Executive Director.

Please make dua for Br. Siraaj, his family, and the entire MuslimMatters staff and volunteers who work day in and day out to create meaningful, high quality content to benefit the ummah.

Sincerely,

MuslimMatters.org Board of Directors

Related: 

Podcast : Bringing The Heat | The MM Tell-All Episode

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The Muslim Bookstagram Awards : Announcing The 2022 Winners! https://muslimmatters.org/2023/01/13/muslim-bookstagram-awards-2022-winners/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=muslim-bookstagram-awards-2022-winners https://muslimmatters.org/2023/01/13/muslim-bookstagram-awards-2022-winners/#respond Fri, 13 Jan 2023 12:03:37 +0000 https://muslimmatters.org/?p=85955 Drum roll, please! The judges have cast their ballots, and the Muslim Bookstagram Awards 2022 winners are in! Best Muslim Board Book “Mama Once Told Me” by Sharifah Huseinah Madihid is an adorable, laugh-out-loud board book featuring Iman, a mischievous Singaporean boy who is just trying to follow the Sunnah! This heart-warming story is a […]

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Drum roll, please! The judges have cast their ballots, and the Muslim Bookstagram Awards 2022 winners are in!

Best Muslim Board Book

“Mama Once Told Me” by Sharifah Huseinah Madihid is an adorable, laugh-out-loud board book featuring Iman, a mischievous Singaporean boy who is just trying to follow the Sunnah! This heart-warming story is a wonderful way to introduce little Muslims to the Sunnah of hosting guests. Order here!

Best Muslim Picture Book

“Abdul’s Story” by Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow is a powerful story about a little boy who loves storytelling but struggles with writing… and learns -from a wonderful Muslim role model- that it’s okay to make mistakes. Outstanding in its positive, Black Muslim representation, there is a strong sense of Islamic values woven throughout. Order here!

Best Muslim Early Read

“Nadia and Nadir: Hurricane Helpers is very meaningful; Nadia, Nadir, and their family first make du’a for safety and then go to the masjid to help their neighbors (Muslim and non-Muslim) to provide shelter and supplies. Urdu words are used within the book, easy to pick up within context, and a glossary is provided at the very end. Order here!

Best Muslim Middle Grade

“Bhai for Now” by Maleeha Siddiqui is about twin brothers separated at birth who bump into each other for the first time at school – and complicated shenanigans ensue! Ashar and Shaheer must navigate their new relationship, while trying to forge a new future with their whole family. Their family relationships – full of love and complexity – are written so beautifully. Order here!

Best Muslim Illustrations

“Hana’s Hundreds of Hijabs” by Razeena Omar Gutta, illustrated by Manal Mirza, is all about a little girl and her endless collection of hijabs! Vividly illustrated in Manal Mirza’s signature unique style, this picture book will have young Muslimahs giggling at the silliness and the joy. Order here!

Best Muslim Young Adult/ Adult

This one was so hard to pick from, it ended up being a tie!

Love from Makkah to Madinah” by S. K. Ali, the sequel to “Love from A to Z,” reunites us with Adam and Zayneb. Our lovestruck couple are together but apart: nikah’ed, but separated by continents as they figure out school and work. A surprise Umrah trip becomes a more difficult challenge than either of them expected. The incredible Islamic representation throughout this book makes it a game-changer for the traditional publishing industry, and truly shines as an example of how Muslims can write and share truly authentic stories that stay true to our faith and values. Order here!

As Long as the Lemon Trees Grow” by Zoulfa Katouh is a raw novel of the Syrian revolution – and of hope. Salama is 19 years old & a first year pharmacy student…until the Syrian revolution began and she lost her family. Now, in the wreckage of her pregnant sister-in-law’s home, she spends her days at the hospital, treating the wounded under the watchful gaze of Khawf – the apparition of her PTSD. But even in the midst of war-ridden horrors, there is beauty and love… and a way out for Salamah. Order here!

Best Muslim Non-Fiction Book

“Journey of the Midnight Sun” by Shazia Afzal is the true story of the northernmost masjid in Canada: the Midnight Sun Mosque of Inuvik, in the Northwest Territories, 200 kilometers north of the Arctic Circle. Constructed in Winnipeg and then transported North, this story illustrates the journey of the Midnight Sun Mosque to serve the Muslims of the Northwest Territories. Order here!

Best Muslim Holiday Book

“Zahra’s Blessing” by Shirin Shamsi is an utterly unique, gorgeously illustrated Ramadan story that’s bound to become a favorite. As Ramadan arrives, young Zahra has a special du’a in her heart. Zahra’s mother gently teaches her about Ramadan blessings and the importance of selfless generosity, and by the end, she discovers that the answer to her du’a is more amazing than she could have ever imagined! Order here!

Muslim Readers’ Choice

Every year, each judge champions a finalist book to elevate…and this year, Zainab bint Younus won (again!) with the brilliant Libyan Muslim retelling of Pride & Prejudice: “A Second Look” by Hannah Matus. Elizza BenTaleb, her four sisters, her parents (nicknamed Umm al-Banaat and Abu’l Banaat!), Firas Tarseen, Muhammad BenAli, cousin Kamaal, Hajjah Khadijah… his cast of Muslimified Pride & Prejudice characters will make every reader laugh out loud in appreciation. Order here!

[DON’T FORGET! SPECIAL COUPON CODE: Use the coupon code “MBR” for 15% off all products ordered from Crescent Moon Bookstore!]

 

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Muslim Bookstagram Awards: Announcing The 2021 Winners!

Muslim Bookstagram Awards: Announcing The 2021 Winners!

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MuslimMatters has had a great 2022 alhamdulillah. We produced almost 500 content pieces this year, including Islamic academic pieces, spiritual reminders, timely discussions on LGBTQ+, and other social issues. Not to mention relaunching our podcast!

For your reading (or re-reading!) convenience, here’s a roundup of our most popular articles from the year, categorized by our main publication sections.

 

Islam & Spirituality

 – The Menstruating Woman’s Guide To The Last 10 Nights Of Ramadan by Zainab bint Younus

The Menstruating Woman’s Guide To The Last 10 Nights Of Ramadan

 – More Women In Hell Or Heaven? by Zainab bint Younus

More Women In Hell Or Heaven?

 – Don’t Give Up On That “Unanswered” Prayer by Ustadha Maryam Amir

Don’t Give Up On That “Unanswered” Prayer

 – Hijab And Jilbab In the Quran: On The Hermeneutics Of The Quranic Verse Of Khimar by Shaykha Marzuqa Karimah

Hijab And Jilbab In the Quran: On The Hermeneutics Of The Quranic Verse Of Khimar

 – I Don’t Know If Allah Will Forgive Me by Meena Malik

I Don’t Know If Allah Will Forgive Me

Society

 – Where The Rainbow Ends: American Muslims And LGBT Activism by Mobeen Vaid

Where The Rainbow Ends: American Muslims And LGBT Activism

 – Fatwa Regarding Transgenderism by Dr. Yasir Qadhi

Fatwa Regarding Transgenderism

 – The False Promise Of Identitarianism by Justin Parrott

The False Promise Of Identitarianism

 – Statement Against Domestic Violence: The Female Scholarship Network

Statement Against Domestic Violence: The Female Scholarship Network

 – Gender: Towards An Islamic Paradigm by Shaykh Furhan Zubairi

Gender: Towards An Islamic Paradigm

Life

 – (Almost) Everything You Want to Know About Polygamy by Zainab bint Younus

(Almost) Everything You Want to Know About Polygamy

 – Parents In Ramadan: Pivot To Another Worship by Shaykh Mohammad  Elshinawy

Parents In Ramadan: Pivot To Another Worship

 – Rebuilding Marriage After A Porn Addiction

Rebuilding Marriage After A Porn Addiction

 – The Forgotten Sunnah Of Raising Stepchildren: Reflections On The Death Of My Stepson by Mufti Abdullah Nana

The Forgotten Sunnah Of Raising Stepchildren: Reflections On The Death Of My Stepson

 – This Festival Is Not For You And Me: Talking To Young Muslim Children About Halloween by Eman Ahmed

This Festival Is Not For You And Me: Talking To Young Muslim Children About Halloween

 

Current Events

 – Spiritual Abuse In The Sufi Order Headed By Shaykh Nuh Keller

Spiritual Abuse In The Sufi Order Headed By Shaykh Nuh Keller

 – The Hajj 2022 Lottery Debacle: A Breakdown by Shan Rana

The Hajj 2022 Lottery Debacle: A Breakdown

 – Non-Mahram Cohabitation And More As Hajj Lottery Debacle Turns Into Disaster by Shan Rana

Non-Mahram Cohabitation And More As Hajj Lottery Debacle Turns Into Disaster

 – Reflections On The Muslim Reaction To Andrew Tate by Shaykh Osman Umarji

Reflections On The Muslim Reaction To Andrew Tate

 – It’s Not Andrew Tate’s Conversion, It’s Some Muslim Men’s Reactions by Shaykha Maryam Amir

It’s Not Andrew Tate’s Conversion, It’s Some Muslim Men’s Reactions

 – Response To Jordan Peterson’s Message To Muslims by Meraj Din

Response To Jordan Peterson’s Message To Muslims

 – Annah Hariri Exposé: Thousands Of Customers Accuse Fraud by Fatimah Waseem

Annah Hariri Exposé: Thousands Of Customers Accuse Fraud

 

Podcasts

 – Podcast: Manifest(ing) Shirk – Zodiac Signs, Crystals, And Manifestation | Shaykha Aysha Wazwaz

Podcast: Manifest(ing) Shirk – Zodiac Signs, Crystals, And Manifestation | Shaykha Aysha Wazwaz

 – Podcast: Is Harry Potter Haram? Islamic Perspectives Of Poetry And Literature With Sh. Shahin-Ur Rahman

Podcast: Is Harry Potter Haram? Islamic Perspectives Of Poetry And Literature With Sh. Shahin-Ur Rahman

 – Podcast: A Critical Look At Islamic Pedagogy | Shaykh AbdulRahman Chao

Podcast: A Critical Look At Islamic Pedagogy

 – Podcast: A Glimpse Into Muslim Bookstagram | Kirin Nabi

Podcast: A Glimpse Into Muslim Bookstagram

 – Muslim Bookstagram Awards: Meet the Judges! – Shifa Saltagi Safadi

Muslim Bookstagram Awards: Meet the Judges! – Shifa Saltagi Safadi

 

Did you enjoy any of our articles from the past year? Any one that particularly resonated with you? Let us know in the comments section below!

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The numbers are in! If you’re wondering what our most popular articles in terms of clicks have been for this year, check out our list below, organized by our five main publication sections. This is a great chance to catch up on anything you may have missed out on. Look out for our Editor’s Pick where we look at articles that were excellent but didn’t get as many eyes on them as they deserved.

Islam

1) By Hamzah Raza

#3 most-read article published this year

Exclusive: Stephen Jackson Discusses His Journey to Islam

2) By Justin Parrott

Age of Consent in Classical Islamic Law

3) By Shaykha Shazia Ahmed, Guest Contributor

Muslims Celebrating Christmas: Why the “Petty” Is Powerful

Current Affairs

1) By Meena Malik

#1 most-read article published this year

The Subway Tuna Conundrum

2) By Susanne Döring

#5 most-read article published this year

Muslim In Germany: European High Court Legalizes The Banning Of Halal And Kosher Animal Slaughter

3) By Ismail Royer

Hijab In The White House

 

Life

1) By Rania Awaad, M.D.

#4 most-read article published this year

How To Respond To Suicide In Muslim Communities

2) By Zainab bint Younus

Progressive(ly) Dishonest: The Lies Of Progressive Muslamic Academia

3) By Zeba Khan

Podcast: Pornography Addiction and the Muslim Community | Abida Minhas

Culture

1) By Dr. Usaama al-Azami

Traditional Islam, Ideology, Immigrant Muslims, and Grievance Culture: A Review of Travelling Home: Essays on Islam in Europe by Abdal Hakim Murad

2) By Umm Zakiyyah

The Arranged Marriage (a short story)

3) By Zainab bint Younus

Muslim Bookstagram Awards 2021

Society

1) By Umer M. Sheriff, Guest Contributor

#2 most-read article published this year

The Case For The North American Muslim Community To Divest From Darul Uloom Al Madania And Darul Uloom Canada

2) By Zeba Khan featuring Danish Qasim

Podcast: Uncovering the Wolf in Shaykh’s Clothing | Danish Qasim

 

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