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“An ode to the courage it takes to live with authenticity.”

—Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review

“Funny, tender, and evocative, RAMIN ABBAS had me laughing out loud, kicking my feet, and clutching my heart in equal measure, with its unique yet all-too-relatable protagonist that keeps you rooting for him to figure out the answers to those Major Questions of faith that could cost him everything and to find the light amidst the darkness of doubt. A queer Muslim journey of the heart that boldly holds on to both a prayer mat and a pride flag.”

—Xiran Jay Zhao, bestselling author of Zachary Ying and the Dragon Emperor

“Equal parts heart-wrenching and endlessly hopeful, Ramin Abbas Has MAJOR Questions does not pull any punches. With a tender love story amid a world of pressure, and a sibling dynamic to cheer us up in the darkest of moments, this book felt like the gift my younger self desperately needed.”

—Sonora Reyes, National Book Award Finalist and bestselling author of The Lesbiana’s Guide to Catholic School

Ramin Abbas Has MAJOR Questions

Written by Ahmad Saber
Published by Atheneum/Caitlyn Dlouhy Books

Ramin Abbas has spent his whole life obeying his parents, his Imam, and, of course, Allah—no questions asked. But when he starts crushing on the ridiculously handsome captain of the soccer team, so many things he’d always been so sure about are becoming questions:

1. Music is haram. But what if the Wicked soundtrack is the only thing keeping you sane because you’re being forced to play on the soccer team? With Captain Handsome?!

2. A boy crush is double haram, and Ramin’s parents will never accept it. But can he really be the only Muslim on Earth who feels this way?

3. Allah is merciful and makes no mistakes. Then isn’t Ramin just the way Allah intended him to be?

And so why should living your truth but losing everything—or living a lie and losing yourself—have to be a choice?!

Primary ISBN: 9781665960694
Publication Date: March 2026
Available As: Hardcover, Audiobook, eBook
Young Adult, Age 14 or older

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Setting: Canada

Character's Place in the Immigration Journey: Immigrant

Book Creator(s) Connection to the Community Represented: Own Voices/Lived Experience

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