Finding Islamic Fiction Books
With the web already fully stuffed of so much information overload, it is hard, if not impossible, to find the specific niche of literary fiction that you are interested in. The dilemma becomes even severe if you are googling for genuine Islamic fiction books online. First, however, let’s define what precisely Islamic fiction is.
Defining Islamic fiction
Based on research and the views of contemporary scholars from the majority of schools of thought in Islam, Islamic fiction can be defined in two ways:
First definition
Islamic fiction books are those that are primarily composed of elements of fiction and depict the main idea or theme that is purely or entirely Islamic. For example, novels with the primary element of patience (Sabr), Hijab, love between husband and wife.
Second definition
By the other definition, Islamic fiction refers to the creative, imaginative literary work that is created by Muslim authors for the Muslim readers as their target audience.
Regardless of which definition you agree with, the fact is that, today, finding genuine Islamic fiction books is a difficult task. Another issue that one has to deal with while finding such books is that such books must be free from controversial elements such as sectarianism, forcing or advocating one particular version of Islam or promoting violence or hatred against other religions or faiths or sects within Islam.
It is, therefore, crucial to find Islamic fiction books that not only present the true, peaceful face of Islam but should also be suitable and readable for Muslims and Non-Muslims alike.
Hijab Wali …the veiled girl, fortunately, is one of such Islamic fiction books that beautifully combines various theme elements of romance, culture, religion, family values and marriage through an inspiring narrative.
The book, a fiction novel inspired from a true story, has been a bestseller published in 3 languages (Indonesian, English and Urdu) across the world and enjoys a wide, diversified readership regardless of age, gender, race or color.
The novel’s theme focuses on various important cultural and religious aspects such as Islamic philosophy of love and family values, Hijab etc, and also highlights some critical dilemmas faced by contemporary generations including love versus arranged marriage, authoritative parents and rebellious children. etc.
After its first edition was completely sold out, a second revised edition has been recently published, both in print (paperback) and eBook forms. The book is available at all major publishing and distributing platforms including Amazon.com, Kindle, Kobo, iBooks (iTunes) and Barns & Noble.