Minaret Adventures

Embark on a literary journey with a collection of 12 mesmerizing short stories that weave together fantasy, modern-day dilemmas, and futuristic adventures, all while placing Islam and Muslims at the heart of each narrative. In "The Beast of the White Days," a shaykh grapples with the morality of his newfound powers as a werewolf, igniting a debate on justice, personal responsibility, and secrecy. "The Waste" explores the bonds of old friendships as two companions venture into a perilous land to save their town, only to discover an unexpected village thriving amidst the monsters. "Reihan and the Ninja Chameleons" introduces us to a samurai rabbit on a quest for peace as he clashes with arrogant ninja chameleons, forcing senseis from both sides to reconsider their stance. "Steel and Sacrifice" transports us to the Turkish tribes of Anatolia, where a Turkish bey learns the true meaning of unity and respect through a life-altering encounter with the Mongols. In the modern tales, "Eyes of the Abyss" delves into the supernatural as a Muslim woman faces a dark creature and finds strength in family and unity. "The Lost Relics" uncovers the mysteries of a lost Islamic civilization through the eyes of three siblings on a remarkable journey. "Mama's Ring" and "Ink and Deceit: Crimes in Letters" explore the depths of friendship and justice as characters confront deceit, danger, prejudice, and islamophobia. The sci-fi stories take us to the future, from battling digital corruption in "Guardians of the Binary Realm" to defending Earth from alien kaiju in "The Xyronite War." "The Bahamut Incident" presents a gripping tale of survival on a starship, while "Journey to Luminar" forces a starfighter pilot to make a heart-wrenching decision that could save or doom humanity.