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Samira Ahmed
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Samira Ahmed

18 Books
Samira Ahmed is a critically acclaimed author of young adult novels, celebrated for her compelling stories that often explore themes of identity, culture, and social justice. Her notable works include the award-winning "Mad, Bad & Dangerous to Know" and "Hollow Fires." Ahmed has also contributed to popular anthologies such as "Take the Mic" and "Vampires Never Get Old," and is recognized for her writing on Marvel's "Ms. Marvel" comic series, further showcasing her versatility.

The Singular Life of Aria Patel

Samira Ahmed

Emotions Science Fiction
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Hollow Fires

Samira Ahmed

Courage Diverse Voices
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This Book Won't Burn

Samira Ahmed

Diverse Voices Libraries
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Amira & Hamza

The War to Save the Worlds

Samira Ahmed

Adventure Family
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Internment

Samira Ahmed

Courage Fiction
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The Girl Who Played with Colour: The Story of the Artist Rana Begum

Samira Ahmed

Art Biography
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Love, Hate And Other Filters

Samira Ahmed

Diverse Voices Emotions
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Amira & Hamza

The Quest for the Ring of Power

Samira Ahmed

Adventure Fantasy
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Mad, Bad & Dangerous to Know

Samira Ahmed

Adventure Diverse Voices
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Home Has No Borders

Samira Ahmed, Sona Charaipotra

Anthologies Diverse Voices
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Ms. Marvel Team-Up

Samira Ahmed, Eve L. Ewing

Action Adventure
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Ms. Marvel

Beyond the Limit: #4

Samira Ahmed, Andres Genolet, Triona Farrell

Action Adventure
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Magic Has No Borders

Sona Charaipotra, Samira Ahmed, Naz Kutub, Nikita Gill, Swati Teerdhala, Shreya Ila Anasuya, Tahir Abrar, Preeti Chhibber, Naila Azad, Sabaa Tahir, Sayantani DasGupta, Tanaz Bhathena, Sangu Mandanna, Olivia Chadha, Tracey Baptiste, Nafiza Azad

Anthologies Diverse Voices
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Ms. Marvel

Beyond the Limit

Samira Ahmed, Andres Genolet

Action Adventure
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Vampires Never Get Old: Tales with Fresh Bite

Dhonielle Clayton, V.E. Schwab, Zoraida Córdova, Julie Murphy, Rebecca Roanhorse, Natalie C. Parker, Samira Ahmed, Tessa Gratton, Heidi Heilig, Mark Oshiro, Laura Ruby, Kayla Whaley

Anthologies Diverse Voices
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Take the Mic: Fictional Stories of Everyday Resistance

Jason Reynolds, Samira Ahmed, L. D. Lewis, Ray Stoeve, Laura Silverman, Sofia Quintero, Keah Brown, Darcie Little Badger, Yamile Saied Méndez, Bethany C. Morrow, Connie Sun, Richie Pope

Anthologies Courage
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Color Outside the Lines

L.L. McKinney, Adam Silvera, Anna-Marie McLemore, Sangu Mandanna, Elsie Chapman, Karuna Riazi, Lydia Kang, Lauren Gibaldi, Tara Sim, Kelly Zekas, Tarun Shanker, Samira Ahmed, Eric Smith, Lori M. Lee, Michelle Ruiz Keil, Caroline Tung Richmond

Anthologies Diverse Voices
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Growing Up Chicago

David Schaafsma, Lauren Dejulio Bell, Roxanne Pilat, Samira Ahmed, Dhana-Marie Branton, Anne Calcagno, Ana Castillo, Maxine Chernoff, Shelly M. Conner, Stuart Dybek, Saja Elshareif, Emil Ferris, Jessie Ann Foley, Charles Johnson, Rebecca Makkai, Daiva Markelis, James McManus, David Mura, Erika L. Sánchez, Nnedi Okorafor, Christian Picciolini, Tony Romano, George Saunders, Luis Alberto Urrea

Anthologies Biography
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By: Samira Ahmed
Science and predictability are the only things Aria Patel trusts, which is exactly why she dumped her boyfriend before college to avoid the inevitable heartbreak. She relies on formulas and logic to steer clear of messy drama. But all her careful planning dissolves when she suddenly starts falling through parallel universes, waking up in a completely different reality almost every single day. You will follow Aria as she desperately tries to calculate a way back home. Complicating her multiverse journey is Rohan, a boy who inexplicably appears in every new life alongside a haunting poem from her English class. As Aria begins falling for a version of Rohan in a reality that closely mirrors her own, she faces an agonizing choice between stealing another girl's happiness or losing her true self forever.
Emotions Science Fiction
13-18 Years 400 Pages
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Safiya Mirza loves finding out facts and dreams of being a journalist. She knows it's important to tell true stories. When something puzzling happens in her town, Safiya feels it's her job to understand what really happened and share it with others. Join Safiya as she looks for clues and talks to people to uncover the truth. She wants everyone to know the real story of a boy named Jawad. It's a journey about being brave, asking important questions, and making sure everyone's story is heard. You'll discover how powerful it is to stand up for what's right and bring hope to others.
Courage Diverse Voices Mystery Social Justice
13-18 Years 416 Pages
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By: Samira Ahmed
Noor Khan's senior year takes an unexpected turn when her family moves far from Chicago after her dad leaves. Starting over in a new school, all Noor wants is to keep a low profile and make it to graduation. But she soon discovers a troubling new policy: hundreds of books are being removed from the library, labeled "obscene" or "pornographic." What's even worse is that most of these banned books are by queer and BIPOC authors. Noor knows she can't stand by silently. Challenging the school board's decision goes against everything she believes in, even if it means putting herself in the spotlight. As she fights for the right to read and for diverse voices, Noor must navigate the complexities of small-town politics and unexpected new feelings. Can she inspire change and protect the stories that matter, or will the fight prove too big to win?
Diverse Voices Libraries Social Justice
13-18 Years 416 Pages
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A rare super blue blood moon eclipse sets the stage for an ancient prophecy to unfold. While attending a medieval Islamic astronomy exhibit, twelve-year-old Amira and her brother Hamza accidentally trigger the defunct Box of the Moon. Instantly, day plunges into night, everyone around them falls into a deep sleep, and a massive chunk of the moon hurtles toward Earth. You are pulled right into the action as two otherworldly jinn appear with a terrifying message. The siblings must journey to the mystical land of Qaf to battle a profound evil and stop a civil war among mystical creatures. If they fail, terrifying monsters will be unleashed upon the human realm. Join Amira and Hamza on a thrilling fantasy adventure filled with Islamic legends, dangerous beasts, and the fight of their lives.
Adventure Family Fantasy Magic Mythology
13-18 Years 368 Pages
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By: Samira Ahmed
Seventeen-year-old Layla Amin is torn from her life and forced into an internment camp for Muslim American citizens in a horrifying near-future United States. Trapped behind barbed wire and watched by armed guards, Layla refuses to surrender to the oppressive regime dictating her fate. With her parents silenced by fear, she secretly unites with new friends inside the camp and coordinates with her boyfriend on the outside. You follow Layla as she sparks a dangerous and desperate rebellion against the camp's tyrannical Director. Every whispered plan and midnight meeting carries life-or-death stakes. This emotional and heart-racing journey challenges you to witness the devastating cost of complicit silence and the incredible power of a single voice fighting for freedom.
Courage Fiction Social Justice
13-18 Years 386 Pages
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The Story of the Artist Rana Begum

By: Samira Ahmed
Moving from a quiet village in Bangladesh to the bustling streets of London strips young Rana of everything familiar, including her ability to speak the local language. Left with no other way to communicate, she picks up her coloring pencils and begins to draw. You will witness Rana transform her isolation into a vibrant language of light, form, and breathtaking color. Her silent expressions on paper soon unlock an entirely new world, allowing her to find her voice and connect with those around her. This inspiring true story follows the remarkable journey of Rana Begum as she grows into a celebrated artist. Discover how a simple box of pencils helped a young immigrant captivate the global art world with her brilliant creative vision.
Art Biography Creativity Diverse Voices
13-18 Years 36 Pages
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Seventeen-year-old Maya Aziz is secretly mapping out a life her traditional parents would never approve of. Instead of attending a safe local college and marrying a suitable older boy, she dreams of moving to New York City to study film and finally talking to her long-time crush. You follow Maya as she navigates the delicate tightrope between her devoted Indian-American Muslim family and her own passionate ambitions. But when a devastating terrorist attack occurs hundreds of miles away, the shockwaves rip through her quiet suburban town. Suddenly, neighbors and classmates turn on her family with terrifying bigotry and fear. Maya must dig deep to find her own voice and courage to determine where she truly belongs in a world determined to misunderstand her.
Diverse Voices Emotions Social Justice
13-18 Years 289 Pages
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Sneaking into an abandoned castle for one last summer thrill turns into a deadly trap for Amira and her brother Hamza. Fresh from their triumphant return from the magical Jinn world of Qaf, their quiet life is shattered when they come face to face with Ahriman, a vengeful fire spirit far worse than anything they have fought before. Ahriman kidnaps Hamza, forcing him on a perilous hunt for the legendary Ring of Power, an artifact capable of enslaving the entire universe. You will race alongside Amira as she tackles confounding puzzles and lethal traps to rescue her brother. Time is running out to secure the ancient ring. She must outsmart the ultimate evil, or say goodbye to her brother and her world forever.
Adventure Fantasy Magic Mythology
13-18 Years 400 Pages
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Seventeen-year-old Khayyam Maquet is stuck in Paris, brooding over a ghosting boyfriend and a ruined college application. Instead of enjoying the City of Light, she wants nothing more than to flee back to Chicago. But a chance encounter with a charming descendant of Alexandre Dumas pulls her into a centuries-old mystery. Two hundred years earlier, Leila fights for survival and true love while trapped as a favored gift in a powerful Pasha's harem. As Khayyam searches for a rumored lost painting, she uncovers a hidden connection between Leila and history's most famous artists and writers. You will be swept into alternating timelines as these two young Muslim women fight to control their own destinies across continents and centuries. Their lives intertwine in a sweeping adventure that proves some stories refuse to be erased from history.
Adventure Diverse Voices Mystery
13-18 Years 336 Pages
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By: Samira Ahmed , Sona Charaipotra
First crushes, complicated family dynamics, and profound community bonds come vividly to life in this powerful collection of contemporary teen stories. You will explore the deep intersections of race, class, culture, and language through the eyes of young people discovering who they are. From the sting of a first heartbreak to the joyful realization of finding your place, these narratives capture the essence of what it means to belong. Acclaimed South Asian authors share captivating glimpses into the diaspora, redefining the very idea of home as both a physical place and a feeling carried within. Dive into a rich and uplifting journey that celebrates identity, resilience, and the beautifully complex tapestry of South Asian American experiences.
Anthologies Diverse Voices Emotions Short Stories
13-18 Years 400 Pages
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By: Samira Ahmed , Eve L. Ewing
A chaotic science demonstration at Empire State University throws Ms. Marvel and Spider-Man right into the middle of a massive disaster. Kamala Khan steps into the spotlight to team up with the legendary web-slinger, forcing both heroes to combine their brains and brawn to save the day. Just as the dust settles, the sudden and impossible reappearance of the original Captain Marvel pulls Kamala and Carol Danvers into a dangerous mission spanning the galaxy. You will join Ms. Marvel as she navigates tricky alliances and out-of-this-world threats. She must figure out if the man behind the Mar-Vell mask is truly who he claims to be. Action, humor, and massive stakes collide as Kamala proves she has exactly what it takes to stand alongside Earth's mightiest heroes.
Action Adventure Comics Graphic Novels Superheroes
9-12 Years 13-18 Years 147 Pages
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By: Samira Ahmed , Andres Genolet , Triona Farrell
A devastating explosion shatters Qarin's world, sending her crashing into Jersey City with a burning desire for revenge against Ms. Marvel. Kamala Khan suddenly finds herself in the crosshairs of a fiercely angry survivor wielding terrifying mind-control abilities. You will watch Kamala struggle to survive as Qarin twists the minds of everyone around her, leaving Ms. Marvel completely isolated. To break free from this psychological trap, Kamala must track down the Wasp and desperately prove her true identity before her own allies turn against her permanently. Action-packed and relentless, this adventure pushes Kamala to her absolute limits as she battles to clear her name, save her city, and stop an enemy who knows exactly how to manipulate her greatest weaknesses.
Action Adventure Comics Graphic Novels Superheroes
13-18 Years 24 Pages
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By: Sona Charaipotra , Samira Ahmed , Naz Kutub , Nikita Gill , Swati Teerdhala , Shreya Ila Anasuya , Tahir Abrar , Preeti Chhibber , Naila Azad , Sabaa Tahir , Sayantani DasGupta , Tanaz Bhathena , Sangu Mandanna , Olivia Chadha , Tracey Baptiste , Nafiza Azad
A girl battles a malignant evil passed down through generations. A warrior defies the destiny written for her. A peri fights to reclaim stolen powers. Step into a collection of South Asian folklore and legends completely reimagined for the modern world. You will encounter chudails, jinn, and goddesses in this lush anthology of fantasy and science fiction. Fourteen acclaimed writers from the South Asian diaspora bring you tales of star-crossed lovers and ancient magic, blending myth with contemporary struggles. These stories transport you across boundaries and realms, proving that the power of myth is universal. Dive into a rich tapestry of adventure, heartbreak, and triumph where every page reveals a new world and magic truly has no borders.
Anthologies Diverse Voices Fantasy Short Stories
13-18 Years 300 Pages
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By: Samira Ahmed , Andres Genolet
Kamala Khan is back as Ms. Marvel, and she's got a big problem! An interdimensional explosion at her cousin's lab means there's a new hero in town, and she looks just like Kamala. This doppelganger needs help, but something feels off. Is this new hero-in-training trustworthy? Not only is Kamala dealing with a copycat, but her own awesome powers are acting weird! Plus, the whole city seems to have turned into a Bollywood movie set. Everyone is singing and dancing, and Ms. Marvel just wants it to stop! Can you imagine your city suddenly breaking into song? Join Ms. Marvel as she tries to figure out who this look-alike really is, fix her powers, and get New York City back to normal. It's an exciting adventure full of mystery, action, and unexpected musical numbers! Get ready for a superhero story like no other.
Action Adventure Comics Graphic Novels Humor Mystery Superheroes
13-18 Years 120 Pages
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Tales with Fresh Bite

By: Dhonielle Clayton , V.E. Schwab , Zoraida Córdova , Julie Murphy , Rebecca Roanhorse , Natalie C. Parker , Samira Ahmed , Tessa Gratton , Heidi Heilig , Mark Oshiro , Laura Ruby , Kayla Whaley
Forget everything you know about garlic, stakes, and sparkling in the sunlight. This is a totally new breed of creature of the night. In this collection of thrilling stories, you will meet vampires who lurk on your favorite social media feeds, rebellious bloodsuckers hungry for more than just a quick bite, and newly turned immortals heading out for their very first kill. This is not your standard gothic horror. It is a bold, modern evolution of the vampire mythos, bringing fresh perspectives and diverse voices to the classic monster. You will explore eerie, dreamy, and dangerous worlds crafted by some of the most exciting writers in young adult fiction. Whether they are seeking revenge, fighting for justice, or just trying to survive high school, these vampires are powerful, iconic, and completely unpredictable. Sink your teeth into a revolution on the page. If you are ready for dark magic, unexpected twists, and creatures who refuse to stay in the shadows, these breathless tales will keep you up long past midnight.
Anthologies Diverse Voices Short Stories
13-18 Years 400 Pages
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Fictional Stories of Everyday Resistance

By: Jason Reynolds , Samira Ahmed , L. D. Lewis , Ray Stoeve , Laura Silverman , Sofia Quintero , Keah Brown , Darcie Little Badger , Yamile Saied Méndez , Bethany C. Morrow , Connie Sun , Richie Pope
Have you ever felt like something wasn't fair, or wished you could speak up more? In "Take the Mic," you'll discover amazing stories about kids just like you who find their voices and stand tall! This book is full of adventures where characters learn to be brave, show kindness, and share what's important to them. From everyday moments in school to big feelings at home, each story is a chance to see how different people can make a difference just by being themselves and speaking their truth. You'll meet many unique characters who learn to be proud of who they are and help others do the same. This collection of fictional stories, written by wonderful authors like Jason Reynolds, shows you that your voice matters. It’s about courage, standing up for what’s right, and being a good friend. Get ready to be inspired to find your own way to "take the mic"!
Anthologies Courage Diverse Voices Fiction Short Stories Social Justice
13-18 Years 272 Pages
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By: L.L. McKinney , Adam Silvera , Anna-Marie McLemore , Sangu Mandanna , Elsie Chapman , Karuna Riazi , Lydia Kang , Lauren Gibaldi , Tara Sim , Kelly Zekas , Tarun Shanker , Samira Ahmed , Eric Smith , Lori M. Lee , Michelle Ruiz Keil , Caroline Tung Richmond
Fierce vigilantes, Chinese pirate ghosts, and treacherous poison gardens set the stage for young people fighting for their right to love. This groundbreaking anthology plunges you into the beautiful, messy complexities of interracial and LGBTQ romance. You will travel from the historical tensions of colonial India to vibrant modern flower festivals, meeting characters who refuse to let societal boundaries dictate their hearts. Every story places differences front and center, exploring how backgrounds can matter deeply while also not mattering at all when true connection strikes. Celebrate the power of brilliant, hopeful youth defying expectations across genres from contemporary drama to historical fantasy. These diverse tales prove that the most profound love stories happen when you dare to color outside the lines.
Anthologies Diverse Voices
13-18 Years 312 Pages
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By: David Schaafsma , Lauren Dejulio Bell , Roxanne Pilat , Samira Ahmed , Dhana-Marie Branton , Anne Calcagno , Ana Castillo , Maxine Chernoff , Shelly M. Conner , Stuart Dybek , Saja Elshareif , Emil Ferris , Jessie Ann Foley , Charles Johnson , Rebecca Makkai , Daiva Markelis , James McManus , David Mura , Erika L. Sánchez , Nnedi Okorafor , Christian Picciolini , Tony Romano , George Saunders , Luis Alberto Urrea
The neon Magikist lips hover over the expressway as a child navigates nighttime games of ringolevio and the shifting landscapes of a divided city. This compelling collection of coming-of-age memoirs plunges you straight into the heart of Chicagoland. You will walk the streets alongside young artists finding their vision, a single mother reconnecting with her Mexican roots, and youth facing the harsh realities of inequality. Every story captures the fierce spirit of a place sparkling with promise yet riven by complex social boundaries. Experience the raw, personal growth of writers who spent their formative years shaped by Chicago neighborhoods. These vivid recollections prove that we hold the power to shape our cities just as powerfully as those streets shape us.
Anthologies Biography Culture
13-18 Years 256 Pages
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