I Am The Night Sky

by Araceli, Edith & Juliana

Ten teenagers come together to share their stories, poetry, art and more centered on one common theme—what is it like to be young and Muslim in America? I Am The Night Sky contains a script for a new TV show (Kabob Squad Takes Down Propaganda Man), stories where breathing is like singing, a guide on "how to be a 14-year-old Paki Muslim American girl", a and a moving foreword by Hena Khan.

— Simon Traub-Epstein, International Library of Young Authors

From the publisher: “During an era characterized by both hijabi fashion models and enduring post-9/11 stereotypes, ten Muslim American teenagers came together to explore what it means to be young and Muslim in America today. These teens represent the tremendous diversity within the American Muslim community, and their book, like them, contains multitudes. Bilal writes about being a Muslim rocker. Noor reflects about speaking in multiple tongues. Samaa creates her own cartoon Kabob Squad. Ayah responds to online hate. Through poems, essays, artwork, and stories, these young people aim to show their true selves, to build connection, and to create more inclusive and welcoming communities for all.”

Details

Publisher: Shout Mouse Press

Publication year: 2019

Age range: 12+

Genre: Fiction, Non-Fiction

Language: English