Welcome back to the delightful world of Mini Maryam, now seven years old – courageous, patient and kind.

In these six heart-warming stories, Maryam is joined by her friends, Zak and Saif. Together, they play dress up and pretend to be their favourite heroes – from superheroes and historical heroes to modern-day heroes from different languages and cultures.

Join Maryam for another shopping trip, only to be stopped in her tracks by web spinner Saif. Does she escape? The playful shujaas, Zak and Saif, are about to disrupt Mama’s prayer. Can Maryam stop them? The alps won’t leave Sammy the cat alone. Maryam warns them, but it’s too late. The batals are having a fabulous time playing in the rain, but soon it’s time for prayer. Do they have their wudu? Our herojs visit a care home, where they must learn to be quiet, caring and respectful, especially with Uncle Habib. And at bedtime, kahraman Maryam forgets to read her bedtime duas. What’s that lurking in the shadows?

Each relatable story ends with a question prompt for the reader, followed by an Islamic reminder – encouraging young readers to think, reflect and learn along the way.

• Heroes from diverse cultures

• Questions, reflections & Islamic reminders

READERSHIP

• Children 6+

• Also enjoyable and appealing for parents who read aloud to their children.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Kosser Abdul Aziz is an author, educator and community leader passionate about empowering women and children through education, creativity and storytelling.

Her debut best-selling children’s book, Tales of Mini Maryam, was published in 2020 and went on to inspire a children’s story-time TV show celebrating the work of emerging Muslim authors. She is also the author of The Fabulous Five in Ramadan and is developing several new titles for children and young people.

She lives in London with her family and three cats, and enjoys creating adventures with her six grandchildren, who affectionately call her ‘Gangsta Granny.’

KEY SELLING POINTS

• Six heart-warming stories

• Heroes from diverse cultures

• Questions, reflections & Islamic reminders

READERSHIP

• Children 6+

• Also enjoyable and appealing for parents who read aloud to their children.

Details

Title: Tales of Mini Maryam and the Heroes (working title)

Author: Kosser Abdul Aziz

Illustrator: Taha Abdalla

Publisher: IHRC Press

Category: Children’s Islamic fiction

Format: Paperback

Retail Price: £ tbc

ISBN 9781–909853-56-0

Size: 229mm x 229mm

Extent: more than 22 pages

Publication Date: late October 2026

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