daybreak Press publishing
Daybreak Press publishes books that give rise to women’s voices and promote positive cultural change.

Join us at 5:00 pm CST the first and third Thursday of each month over Zoom to connect with other writers, gain inspiration, and overcome writer’s block together!
Led by Anse Shabnam Mahmood, the circle is tailored to attendees’ needs, providing guidance and expertise to nurture their writing journey.
Sign up by filling out the Google form below. Feel free to share this link with fellow writers: rabata.info/writingcircle
Daybreak Press publishes books that give rise to women’s voices and promote positive cultural change. We are a traditional press and publish in a variety of literary genres and academic fields.
Thank you to everyone who recently submitted their manuscript. Mashallah, we have received an overwhelming number of submissions and will be pausing new submissions for the next few months.
Stay tuned—we’ll reopen sometime in 2025 inshallah. Thanks!










Explore the Daybreak Press catalog to discover in-depth information about each book, its authors, accolades, pricing and more, all in one convenient place.


Get the latest on our current programs, free writing classes, new releases, and behind-the-scenes stories! View past issues.
Access the recordings of writing webinars hosted by the Ribaat Academic Institute to enhance your writing skills and further your development as an author.
With topics in marketing, connecting with your audience, and more, explore the recordings and register.


Daybreak Live is a YouTube Live series with insights and advice on writing, marketing, workshopping, and winning hosted by Najiyah Maxfield, Head of Publishing at Rabata’s Daybreak Press.
Daybreak Press publishes Muslim women writers in a variety of literary genres and academic fields, bringing to life work that cultivates positive cultural change.
Daybreak Press is excited to host Muslim women writers in an annual, exclusive 12-month Authors Studio. Whether you write fiction or nonfiction, this program is designed to take you from the early drafting stages to a polished, submission-ready manuscript. With personalized mentorship, expert guidance, and a supportive community, this is your opportunity to elevate your writing and achieve your publishing goals.
2026 applications will open October 1st, 2025, and close November 16th, 2025.


Are you ready to bring your book to life but need support, inspiration, and a little push to keep going? Thinking about joining National Novel (or Nonfiction) Writing Month but unsure how you’ll hit 50,000 words in just 30 days?
Daybreak Press is here to help! This October and November, we’re excited to host a series of events designed to guide you through NaNoWriMo and help you reach your writing goals.
What We Offer:
- Workshops to get you started: Every Saturday in October, we’ll run preparatory sessions to equip you with the tools and strategies you need to tackle NaNoWriMo with confidence.
- Community Writing Spaces: Join us in November for in-person and online writing sessions to build accountability and connect with fellow writers.
Whether you’re working on a novel, an academic piece, or a non-fiction project, this is your chance to join a vibrant community of Muslim women writers united by a shared passion for storytelling.
Let’s write, support, and inspire one another — together!
Save the Dates: October & November 2025.
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Tamara L. GrayProject Lina, Joy Jots
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Najiyah MaxfieldSophia's Journal, Project Lina
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Muna ImadyKAN YA MA KAN
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Hafiza Saadia Mian, MDCrowning Venture
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Afshan MalikPieces
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A.M. RamzyBrewing Storms
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Hiba MasoodDrummer Girl
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Saba SyedAn Acquaintance
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Waheeda JoosabKismet: For Roses to Blossom | COMING SOON
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Dana NassMy Prophet, Myself | COMING SOON
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Nishat LalIn the Garden of Remembrance
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Aisha Hussain RasheedAuntie Aisha Answers
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Muti’ah BadruddeenHabeebah's Tale | COMING SOON
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Nausheena HussainProsperity with Purpose: A Muslim Woman's Guide to Abundance and Generosity | COMING SOON
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Claudia SeiseFinding God
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Anse Dr. Tamara GrayExecutive Director
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Najiyah MaxfieldHead of Publishing
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Leanna AbdelmagedAdministrative Coordinator
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Jessica HassanAssociate Editor
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Fatema HakimPublishing Assistant
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Soofia AhmedCurriculum Developer
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Shabnam MahmoodDaybreak Writing Circle Coordinator
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Dr. Nameera AkhtarEditing Support Specialist