OMAR RISING by Aisha Saeed

Omar Rising is a powerful middle grade novel by Aisha Saeed that follows the journey of Omar, a boy who earns a scholarship to an elite boarding school only to discover the system is unfairly stacked against scholarship students. With courage and determination, Omar joins with new friends to fight for justice and equality. Blending heartfelt storytelling with themes of perseverance, student activism, and the pursuit of fairness, Omar Rising is an inspiring tale for young readers. As a companion to the bestselling Amal Unbound, this book highlights Aisha Saeed’s gift for writing meaningful middle grade fiction that encourages resilience and hope.