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I is for Ithar (paperback)

‘I is for Ithar’ is a collection of fictional short stories and poems at times told in a fable-like manner. Ithar is an Arabic word which means to prefer something over oneself for the greater good – an act of selflessness.  It comes from the root word ‘athar’ which also means to leave a footprint or trace.

It’s my hope that the tales and stories written here inspire us to cultivate the selflessness that lives within us, and we leave a mark in this world for time to come.

Reviews from Amazon:

“I’ve been reading this book since August and I’m half way through. It’s a small book but takes some time to read because each chapter helps me contemplate and take a lesson from it. My favourite chapters so far are “The Balcony” and “Trapped”. I really love this book may Allah bless the author. She is one of my favourite authors. I also read her book “A Path Emerges” a few years ago which was really good.”

– Qurratul’Ayn AR