Cune Press

18/02/2025

"I’ve said for years our greatest enemy in society is the lack of trust. We get to lack of trust through lack of communication and lack of understanding. If we flip all those elements into the positive, the formula is simple: Communication + Understanding = Trust"
~Nawar Shora

Order your copy now of this insightful, educational and thoroughly entertaining guide to cultural understanding:
https://cunepress.com/product/muslims-arabs-arab-americans/

14/01/2025

The stories in FLUID transport readers across a vivid landscape—California's sun-soaked coastlines, New York's restless streets, Nevada's stark deserts, North Carolina's quiet towns, Northern England's misty moors, and Namibia's untamed beauty. Through this journey, a diverse cast of compelling characters grapples with some of today’s most urgent and complex societal challenges.

Each story offers a fresh perspective, peeling back layers of humanity to reveal raw, unfiltered moments of struggle, resilience, and connection. From the familiar to the unfamiliar, FLUID is a kaleidoscope of voices, weaving together tales that will surprise, provoke, and resonate long after the final page.
Get your copy at https://cunepress.com/product/fluid-stories/

14/01/2025

Sand Paper Stone tells the captivating story of a British man from Liverpool, now living in London, whose life seems outwardly secure. With a steady job and a close-knit circle of friends from diverse backgrounds, his life is stable but incomplete. As a Muslim convert, the approach of a landmark moment in his life ignites an inner calling: the pilgrimage to Mecca.

What begins as a deeply personal quest soon turns into an extraordinary adventure. From navigating obstacles at the consulate in London to facing unexpected challenges upon arrival in Jeddah, his journey is anything but straightforward. Taken in as a "wayfarer" by a warm and welcoming extended family, he embarks on a transformative experience. They guide him through the rituals of the pilgrimage and stand by him as he marvels at the awe-inspiring moments they share at Islam's holiest shrine.

Just as he begins to feel the profound spiritual fulfillment he has long sought, the serenity of his pilgrimage is disrupted by a clash with the realities of bureaucracy. Pulled into a labyrinth of petty officialdom, he faces baffling meetings with detached government ministers, sluggish administrators, and mounting frustration. When his journey takes an unexpected and dramatic turn, he finds himself running alone through a deserted airport terminal and onto a runway, searching desperately for a plane to Geneva.

Sand Paper Stone is a powerful exploration of faith, identity, and the collision of spiritual aspiration with worldly complexities. A deeply human story, it offers an unforgettable glimpse into one man’s search for meaning amidst chaos and connection in the most sacred of journeys.

Get your copy at https://cunepress.com/product/sand-paper-stone/

22/11/2024

Again, we congratulate Alice Rothchild on winning a Gold Medal for her book Finding Melody Sullivan from Moonbeam Book Awards 2024. You can order your copy here:
https://cunepress.com/product/finding-melody-sullivan/

21/11/2024

We've waited all year and we made the nice list!❄️ Join us at the annual Giving Marketplace, the holiday giving event of the season hosted by . Find unique gifts from over 35 vendors with proceeds supporting global health, women and girls, education, refugees and so much more. Your gifts truly keep giving!

SCM will have a variety of great gifts including books from Cune Press, kaffiyehs, spiced coffee, and other items from the Middle East and Arab artists/craftspeople.

• 35+ Incredible Vendors with great causes🎁
• Live Music Performances🎵
• Card and Jewelry Making✨
• People and Pet Portraits🐶🐱

Dec 6-7th, 10am-5pm. Free!

More info: https://www.discovergates.org/events/giving-marketplace/
Fcebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/share/ew6raTpZGxzkEibL/

photo credit: ©Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation/Martina Machackova

13/11/2024

We've waited all year and we made the nice list!❄️ Join us at the annual Giving Marketplace, the holiday giving event of the season hosted by . Find unique gifts from over 35 vendors with proceeds supporting global health, women and girls, education, refugees and so much more. Your gifts truly keep giving!

SCM will have a variety of great gifts including books from Cune Press, kaffiyehs, spiced coffee, and other items from the Middle East and Arab artists/craftspeople.

• 35+ Incredible Vendors with great causes🎁
• Live Music Performances🎵
• Card and Jewelry Making✨
• People and Pet Portraits🐶🐱

Dec 6-7th, 10am-5pm. Free!

More info: https://www.discovergates.org/events/giving-marketplace/
Fcebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/share/ew6raTpZGxzkEibL/

08/11/2024

We are delighted to congratulate author Alice Rothchild on her latest award - the Moonbeam Children's Book Awards Gold Medal for her book Finding Melody Sullivan. Her other Cune Press book, Old Enough to Know is also an award winner- the Arab American National Museum Book Award in the Young Adult category. If you haven't gotten your copy of either of her books, you can order them here: www.cunepress.com

08/11/2024

We are pleased to announce that Cune Press has become part of the Salaam Cultural Museum family. This partnership enhances our commitment to sharing the rich narratives of the Middle East and North Africa. We will continue to honor Cune Press founder Scott Davis's legacy through the establishment of the Scott C. Davis Memorial Writers Grant, aimed at supporting emerging voices in the region. Explore our catalog of titles and support cultural and humanitarian efforts by purchasing from Cune Press. Together, we can make a difference.
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26/10/2024

NW Teaching Social Justice Conference. Author Alice Rothchild presented at the conference today and her books were highlighted.

03/09/2024

Read a recent review of Gretchen McCullough's collection of short stories, Shahrazad's Gift! This book is available through your favorite retailer.

20/05/2024

Bridging Cultures: Nawar Shora's Journey from Damascus to America. Order Nawar's book, Muslims, Arabs, and Arab Americans on our website or find it at your favorite retailer.

In this episode Munatsi sits down with Nawar Shora, a remarkable Arab American whose life journey embodies the essence of cultural integration and understand...

23/04/2024

If you are in the Seattle area, you are probably familiar with The Stranger, a local newspaper, and they have selected both of Alice Rothchild's books for their Spring Read This campaign! Congratulation to Alice! Be sure to get your copies at your local bookstore of online from our website or Amazon.

Got your spring reading list ready?  Curl up or stretch out in the sun with literary works from this sponsored list of local authors and independent bookstores. Discover the hidden gems in our own backyard!

29/03/2024

Available April 9th from your favorite retailer.
"Beautifully written, thought provoking, and a fascinating read. An amazing perspective on something I now realize I know so little about."
https://cunepress.com/product/sand-paper-stone/

29/03/2024

Shahrazad's Gift, by Gretchen McCullough is available now from your favorite bookstore!

! What are y'all reading this weekend? We're with Gretchen McCullough / Cune Press; Erika Evans (RIP) & Typewriter Rodeo ed. / Burlwood Books; Shanah Khubiar / Blackstone Publishing; Anne Wynter & Leticia Moreno / little bee books

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22/03/2024

At last, a friendly, helpful, and sometimes humorous guide that demystifies Arab, Arab-American, and Muslim cultures.

The author, Nawar Shora, is an Arab American attorney who has served as a senior advisor in the Transportation Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. Muslims, Arabs, and Arab-Americans is an easy-to-read guide to the life, history, and culture of Arabs, Arab-Americans, and Muslims living in the US and abroad.

Previous editions of the handbook have been used by law enforcement, corporations, and non-profits for staff training. It is the perfect companion for the layperson. Students, teachers, travelers, employers, workers, and neighbors will benefit from this quick and clear introduction to the people and practices of the Arab and Muslim worlds.

"This is the funniest book I’ve ever read! Just kidding. It is, however, very informative and a book that can help bring people together. Give it a read. You’ll be entertained while learning about Arab-Americans. I mean, what’s not funny about that? Okay, fine, it’s not funny! But it’s a great book! Stop reading my quote and buy it!"
—Maz Jobrani, Comedian, Writer, & Actor

Order on Amazon or the Cune Press website: https://cunepress.com/product/muslims-arabs-arab-americans/

07/02/2024

Attending a reading and discussion of Old Enough to Know with author Alice Rothchild.