Books by Saadia Faruqi

17 books · Ages 4–11

Known for the Yasmin and Marya Khan series, Saadia Faruqi writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–11, alongside 1 standalone book, exploring themes of self-confidence & identity, family & siblings, resilience & perseverance.

Series

Yasmin the Chef
Yasmin the Builder
Yasmin the Doctor
Yasmin
15 books · Ages 4–11
Marya Khan and the Abominable Ski Trip
Marya Khan
1 book · Ages 7–10

Standalone Books

Cover of Saving Sunshine
Saving Sunshine
Saadia Faruqi
Sibling rivalry reaches new heights for Zara and Zeeshan on a family vacation. Forced to spend time together, they disco
Ages 4–11

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
17 books
Yasmin the Builder
Yasmin the Painter
Yasmin the Chef
Ages 8–11
16 books
Yasmin the Builder
Yasmin the Painter
Yasmin the Chef

Common Themes

Self-Confidence & IdentityFamily & SiblingsResilience & PerseveranceEmpathy & KindnessSchool LifeLove & FamilyCuriosity & WonderCreativity & Imagination

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