Umm zakiyyah has 44 books on goodreads with 7361 ratings. She is the internationally acclaimed author of more than fifteen books, including the if i should speak trilogy, muslim girl, his other wife and the newly released selfhelp book for muslim survivors of parental and family abuse. Readers reached as far as the united kingdom, australia, egypt, pakistan, malaysia, uganda, nigeria, egypt. She says, when it comes to faith, im still learning. I also think married and soon to be married people should read footsteps for zamiyyah same reason. The original reason why i bought if i should speak was that i heard that this book was currently being turned into a movie. Umm zakiyyah books list of books by author umm zakiyyah.
If i should speak captures its readers, taking them on a journey of one characters discovery. She is the internationally acclaimed author of more than fifteen books, including the if i should speak trilogy, muslim girl, his. Months after it was released, it quickly became a bestseller. We personally assess every books quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. Dec 31, 2001 discover book depositorys huge selection of umm zakiyyah books online. But a religious class assignment forces her to question her dream and her christian faith.
As a lifelong, professional writer and editor, i can say that i have never encountered umm zakiyyah s equal in portraying the nuances of encounters between persons at all levels from the most superficial to the most profound. Daughter of american converts to islam, umm zakiyyah, also known by her birth name ruby moore, is the awardwinning author of the if i should speak trilogy and the novels realities of submission, hearts we lost, a friendship promise, and muslim girl. In this deft second book, umm zakiyyah again takes us through the lives of tamika and those who brush her life. She has authored more than 20 books and written multiple screenplays. Umm zakiyyah is the bestselling author of the if i should speak trilogy, muslim girl, and his other wife. May 29, 2012 if i should speak is the first novel from u. Her debut novel, if i should speak is an emotionally captivating story of 3 young college girls tamika, dee and aminah. The journey began in if i should speak with tamika douglasss path of spiritual growth and direction, treaded at the hands of her college roommates, aminah and dee, two muslims on opposite ends of their strength in islam. As the seeds of friendship are sown between them, the doors of fame are beginning to open.
And my first islamic fiction that i read was if i should speak, by umm zakiyyah. In 2008, umm zakiyyah was awarded the muslim girls unity conference distinguished authors award. Excited about the move and their new faith, inaya learned arabic, memorized quran, and inspired muslim girls to wear hijab and love their religion. I recommend this novel to both non muslims and muslims alike. Umm zakiyyah manages to the fill her story with quotes from the quran and strong, well supported opinions about what is the true importance of life without seeming to lecture or preach. She writes about the interfaith struggles of muslims and christians and the intercultural, spiritual, and moral struggles of muslims in america.
Daughter of american converts to islam, umm zakiyyah writes about the interfaith struggles of muslims and christians, and the intercultural, spiritual, and moral struggles of muslims in america. Inaya was only nine years old when her mother converted to islam and moved the family to saudi arabia. Net archive search books by rating android app menu search books by rating android app bookfrom. I loved how she delved more into sulimans and ameerahs lives, as well as tamika. Now muslim, tamika must face her christian the arranged marriage, a short story. At the heart of the the journey began in if i should speak with tamika douglasss path of spiritual growth and direction, treaded at the hands of her college roommates, aminah and dee, two muslims on opposite.
She has written more than twenty books, including novels, short stories, and selfhelp. Tamika, the main character, is an africanamerican soul searching young woman, soon to finish college with great ambitions. After a fight with her roommate, tamika is forced to move out of her. Now muslim, tamika must face her christian mother who instilled in her a love for christ and made church the heartbeat of the.
In addition to the acclaim and readership the novel received in the united states, readers reached as far as the united kingdom, australia, egypt, pakistan, malaysia, uganda, nigeria, united arab emirates, saudi arabia, bahrain, and india. Buy a voice, sequel to umm zakiyyahs if i should speak. The novel tells of three college students, their new friendship, and spiritual challenges faced by each young woman. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading if i should speak. Umm zakiyyah s work has earned praise from writers, professors, and filmmakers and has been translated into multiple languages. Shop amongst our popular books, including 18, if i should speak, a novel, a voice, the sequel to if i should speak and more from umm zakiyyah. Umm zakiyyah is the bestselling author of the novels if i should speak trilogy, muslim girl, and his other wife. At the heart of the novel are ismael and his wife sarah. Umm zakiyyah is known for her compelling novels, thought provoking self help books, and heartfelt speeches. While she has traveled the world speaking and educating, writing islam inspired stories and teaching writing are her favorite passions.
If i should speak, by umm zakiyyah umm afraz muhammed. She writes about the interfaith struggles of muslims and christians and the intercultural, spiritual, and moral struggles of muslims in. The author promises to revolutionize storytelling in this powerful story about three college students, one christian and the others muslim, who find themselves unlikely roommates at a small, private american university. Buy a voice, sequel to umm zakiyyahs if i should speak book online at best prices in india on. If i should speak trilogy books 1, 2, 3 ebooks quantity. This is the first book i read from umm zakiyyah, it blew my mind. How many precious hours spent with books that were not only a waste of time, but probably even had content that made our toes curl in shame.
Faith is a collection of excerpts from the journal of umm zakiyyah, internationally acclaimed author of if i should speak, muslim girl, and his other wife. We use cookies to give you the best possible experience. Faith is a collection of excerpts from the journal of umm zakiyyah, internationally acclaimed author of if i should speak, muslim girl and his other wife. Jan 14, 2018 as far as i remember, my first book was thirteen oclock by enid blyton. A story of faith, determination, and love, a voice penetrates the heart and moves the reader like no other, as the reader is transported from fiction to a reality so profound that one feels part of it. Footsteps, the third in a trilogy to follow umm zakiyyah s a voice, is a. Wonderful job umm zakiyyah, you are talented mashaallah barakalaufeek. Following this groundbreaking first novel, umm zakiyyah went on to write a voice, and footsteps, which formed the last two novels in the if i should speak trilogy. Umm zakiyyah also writes under her birth name ruby moore. I was introduced to her writings in eng 102 of islamic online university, where we had used the first 10 chapters as text. Umm zakiyyahs work has earned praise from writers, professors, and filmmakers and has been translated into multiple languages.
Footsteps, the third in a trilogy to follow umm zakiyyahs a voice, is a story that stands on its own in both impact and inspiration. Her books are used in high schools and universities in the united states and worldwide, and her work has been translated into multiple languages. While she has traveled the world speaking and educating, writing islam inspired stories and. Umm zakiyyah is the internationally acclaimed, awardwinning author of the if i should speak trilogy and reverencing the wombs that broke you. Tamikas new college roommates are muslim, and tamika is immediately drawn to dee, who shares her love for singing and her. She is a clear example of a person who has natural talent.
Umm zakiyyah daughter of american converts to islam, umm zakiyyah writes about the interfaith struggles of muslims and christians, and the intercultural, spiritual, and moral struggles of muslims in america. Months after it was released, nearly 2,000 copies were sold, and it quickly became a bestseller in many stores. I hope umm zakiyyah continues to write, as she has a much need voice. A book detailing the realities often faced between people of different races and religions, though seldom expressed aloud. Smashwords about umm zakiyyah, author of prejudice.
Umm zakiyyah after a fight with her roommate, tamika is forced to move out of her room and finds herself living with dee and aminah, two muslims on opposite ends of their commitment to islam. Umm zakiyyah s book tackled the intricate lives of american muslim youth with eloquence and clarity. Tamika, a christian and a student of religion, has many questions for her muslim roommates, aminah and dee. The author promises to revolutionize story telling in this powerful story about three college students, one christian and the others muslim, who find themselves unlikely roommates at a small, private american university. Exceptionally blessed with talent, she has woven islam into her books, not only serving to provide halal entertainment for us, but also the perfect means of dawah to nonmuslims. The official movie based on the internationally acclaimed novel by umm zakiyyah. We personally assess every book s quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. Tamikas new college roommates are muslim, and tamika is immediately drawn to dee, who shares her love for singing and her frustration with an overly religious, unsupportive mother. Footsteps, the third in umm zakiyyahs internationally acclaimed if i should speak trilogy, is a story that stands on its own in both impact and inspiration. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. Bryant of howard university said of umm zakiyyahs if i should speak, the novel belongs to.
This collection is just a glimpse into my world of hope and confusion as i strive upon that path. Umm zakiyyah s most popular book is if i should speak. Dec 31, 2001 if i should speak, a novel by umm zakiyyah, 9780970766700, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Umm zakiyyah is the internationally acclaimed author of the if i should speak trilogy and the novels muslim girl and his other wife.
Discover book depositorys huge selection of umm zakiyyah books online. Umm zakiyyah faith turns to shame, confidence to doubt, and conviction to rebellion. In 2008, she was awarded the muslim girls unity conference distinguished authors award. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. If i should speak, a novel by umm zakiyyah, paperback. This acclaimed book by umm zakiyyah is available at in several formats for your ereader. Now muslim, tamika must face her christian mother who instilled in her a love for christ. Smashwords if i should speak a book by umm zakiyyah. From the author of the internationally acclaimed novel ifshould speak comes the anxiously awaited sequel. We deliver the joy of reading in 100% recycled packaging with free standard shipping on u. I really, really enjoyed reading it, just as i renjoyed reading umm zakiyyah s first book, if i should speak. Reverencing the wombs that broke you, with contributions by haleh banani, behavioral therapist.
Footsteps, the third in a trilogy to follow umm zakiyyah s a voice, is a story that stands on its own in both impact and inspiration. Now in its second printing, if i should speak has changed the face of spiritual writing forever. Probably the most established author in islamic fiction, whose words will touch your soul. If i should speak, a novel isbn 9780970766700 pdf epub umm. Smashwords about umm zakiyyah, author of prejudice bones.
Umm zakiyyah, official website of writer, author, and speaker. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. See all 4 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. I did set aside all my other interests and hold on to this book until i finished it and ended up ordering the second and third books in the trio. Apr 02, 2009 in his name most beautiful names are his the rahman and the rahim if i should speak, by umm zakiyyah, an engaging work speaking to three difference archetypes, 1 devout and practicing muslims 2 muslims who need encouragement 3 those among the people of the book, whose fitrah still intact read quran 30. From the author of the internationally acclaimed novel if i should speak comes the anxiously awaited sequel. Tamika, the main character of this novel, is a sophomore in college who dreams of becoming a famous singer. The story line is so absorbing and true to life that you cannot put the book down.
If i should speak by umm zakiyyah tarbiyah books plus. Usually i rread the last page of the book and that would motivate me as to whether or not i would read the book. Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders. Used in college classrooms and in book clubs, readers express the profound impact the story has had on their lives. As a lifelong, professional writer and editor, i can say that i have never encountered umm zakiyyahs equal in portraying the nuances of encounters between persons at all levels from the most superficial to the most profound. In realities of submission, internationally acclaimed author of if i should speak, a voice, and footsteps introduces us to her first novel written independent of the if i should speak trilogy in this. Buy a voice, sequel to umm zakiyyah s if i should speak book online at best prices in india on. After a fight with her roommate, she is forced to move out of her.
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