Randa Abdel Fattah Knihy

Thirteen-year-old Hayaat is on a mission. She believes a handful of soil from her grandmother's ancestral home in Jerusalem will save her beloved Sitti Zeynab's life. The only problem is the impenetrable wall that divides the West Bank, as well as the checkpoints, the curfews, and Hayaat's best friend Samy, who is always a troublemaker. But luck is on their side. Hayaat and Samy have a curfew-free day to travel to Jerusalem. However, while their journey is only a few kilometres long, it may take a lifetime to complete.

A moving and joyful book for children from all backgrounds about the many ways we love, from award-winning author Randa Abdel-Fattah and acclaimed illustrator Maxine Beneba Clarke.

The story follows sixteen-year-old Amal as she chooses to wear the hijab full-time, prompting a variety of reactions from her family, friends, and strangers. Through her journey, she navigates the challenges and triumphs of embracing her Muslim faith, showcasing her strength and commitment to her identity. This debut novel explores themes of faith, individuality, and the impact of societal perceptions.

Randa Abdel-Fattah's new novel about finding your place in life . . . and learning to accept yourself and your culture.At school I'm Aussie-blonde Jamie -- one of the crowd. At home I'm Muslim Jamilah -- driven mad by my Stone Age dad. I should win an Oscar for my acting skills. But I can't keep it up for much longer...Jamie just wants to fit in. She doesn't want to be seen as a stereotypical Muslim girl, so she does everything possible to hide that part of herself. Even if it means pushing her friends away because she's afraid to let them know her dad forbids her from hanging out with boys or that she secretly loves to play the darabuka (Arabic drums).

A heartwarming and funny novel about four girls on their quest for Mr. Right, by a bestselling and internationally acclaimed author.

<i>Before Mina, my life was like a completed jigsaw puzzle but Mina has pushed the puzzle onto the floor. I have to start all over again, figuring out where the pieces go.</i> When Michael meets Mina, they are at a rally for refugees - standing on opposite sides. Mina fled Afghanistan with her mother via a refugee camp, a leaky boat and a detention centre. Michael's parents have founded a new political party called Aussie Values. They want to stop the boats. Mina wants to stop the hate. When Mina wins a scholarship to Michael's private school, their lives crash together blindingly. A novel for anyone who wants to fight for love, and against injustice.

Jamie a casa si lascia chiamare Jamilah, orgogliosa della propria identità musulmana. Ma a scuola non vuole essere considerata lo stereotipo della ragazza straniera, e così vive con una doppia identità che gestisce brillantemente. Ma quando il ragazzo più popolare della scuola mostra interesse per lei, dovrà lottare contro un padre eccessivamente protettivo e l'irrequietezza dell'adolescenza. Età di da 12 anni.