Once Upon an Eid

Name: Once Upon an Eid
Brand: Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd
SKU: 9781419740831
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Stories of Hope and Joy by 15 Muslim Voices

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Summary

Once Upon an Eid is a delightful collection of stories that capture the spirit and joy of Eid through the eyes of young people from diverse Muslim backgrounds. The anthology, written by a range of authors, explores various expressions of love, family, and tradition as characters navigate important life moments during this festive time. Each tale offers a unique and heartwarming glimpse into the celebration of Eid, making it an enchanting read for children.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in a heartwarming collection of stories celebrating the joy and diversity of Eid. Each tale offers a unique cultural perspective, highlighting themes of family, friendship, and faith, making it a delightful read for children eager to explore different traditions and celebrations.

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A joyous short story collection by and about Muslims, edited by New York Times bestselling author Aisha Saeed and Morris finalist S. K. Ali. Once Upon an Eid is a collection of short stories that showcases the most brilliant Muslim voices writing today, all about the most joyful holiday of the year: Eid!

Eid: The short, single-syllable word conjures up a variety of feelings and memories for Muslims. Maybe it's waking up to the sound of frying samosas or the comfort of bean pie, maybe it's the pleasure of putting on a new outfit for Eid prayers, or maybe it's the gift-giving and holiday parties to come that day. Whatever it may be, for those who cherish this day of celebration, the emotional responses may be summed up in another short and sweet word: joy.

The anthology will also include a poem, graphic-novel chapter, and spot illustrations.

The full list of Once Upon an Eid contributors includes: G. Willow Wilson (Alif the Unseen, Ms. Marvel), Hena Khan (Amina's Voice, Under My Hijab), N. H. Senzai (Shooting Kabul, Escape from Aleppo), Hanna Alkaf (The Weight of Our Sky), Rukhsana Khan (Big Red Lollipop), Randa Abdel-Fattah (Does My Head Look Big in This?), Ashley Franklin (Not Quite Snow White), Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow (Mommy's Khimar), Candice Montgomery (Home and Away, By Any Means Necessary), Huda Al-Marashi (First Comes Marriage), Ayesha Mattu, Asmaa Hussein, and Sara Alfageeh.

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Once Upon an Eid is praised for its engaging anthology of stories that transcend cultural boundaries, offering insights into Muslim celebrations of Eid through diverse and heartfelt characters, including those from blended and converted families. The collection is noted for its warmth, emotion, and celebration of cultural uniqueness, rendering it accessible and enriching for all readers, not just those familiar with Eid. With a variety of styles and high-quality writing, the book is considered a triumph that radiates joy and love, recommended for libraries as a valuable resource to inspire understanding and hope.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781419740831

Publisher: Abrams

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 05 May 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: Amulet Books

Contributors:

Edited by S. K. Ali
Edited by Aisha Saeed

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 146.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 430g

Pages: 272

Collections

Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational

About the Author

Aisha Saeed is the author of Written in the Stars, which was a YALSA Quick Pick, and Amal Unbound, which was a New York Times bestseller and received starred reviews from Publishers Weekly and Kirkus Reviews. She is also a founding member of We Need Diverse Books.

S. K. Ali is a teacher whose debut novel, Saints and Misfits, was a Morris finalist, an Entertainment Weekly Best YA Book, and a Kirkus Reviews Top 10 Teen Novel. Her second novel is Love from A to Z. Her writing on Muslim culture and life has also appeared in the Toronto Star.