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Book of the Month: It’s Not Over yet
In June, we’re discussing Salma Hussain’s upcoming young adult book, It’s Not Over Yet (INOY). The book will release in North America this October. INOY is a contemporary young adult book set in Toronto with experiences of a desi family of Pakistani heritage. It’s a coming-of-age story of a teen struggling to come to terms…
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Celebrating AAPI Month: Highlights from May 2026!
As an organization that works with a mission to encourage reading and spotlighting South-Asia-inspired stories, celebrating AAPI month stretches through the entire year for us. But we recognize the importance of celebrating days that honor Asian heritage. This May we’re excited about the impact our programs had with help from librarians, school students, our supporters,…
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Zubaani Season 4 Announced
Peerbagh is delighted to announce the new season of the Zubaani podcast that will be launched on May 6th, 2026. This season is once again hosted by writers Salma Hussain and Upasna Kakroo celebrating South Asian diaspora during the AAPI heritage month. They will be discussing the theme “weave” where heritage culture meets lived experiences…
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Book of the Month: Ramin Abbas Has Major Questions
In April, we are discussing Ahmad Saber’s recent YA book, Ramin Abbas Has Major Questions. You will see our upcoming books to be reviewed here. Ramin Abbas is asking the questions we rarely see in literature describing a queer Muslim teen’s experiences. The book was released in the US in March, 2026. Note: this review was…
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Book of the month: Young World by Soman Chainani
In March, we will be discussing Soman Chainani’s book, Young World. We already have books picked out for the first few months of 2026. You will see them here. Young World is a provocative political thriller giving the baton to young people who imagine the world from their POV. The book will release in the US…
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Book of the Month: One Word, Six Letters by Adib Khorram
In 2026, with our Youth Council members, we will be discussing one book and an author each month. The first book was reviewed here. In February, we review the soon-to-be-released book, One Word, Six Letters by Adbib Khorram. The book launches in the US on March 17th. Note: this review is by Upasna Kakroo for…
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5 South-Asian Books for kids who love science
Science can be about rockets and formulas. But it’s definitely about courage, curiosity, and the spark that makes kids ask “What if…?” We have some books for kids who love science, celebrate young inventers, who can keep on going even when things feel impossible. This post was written by Peerbagh’s research coordinator, Diksha Sharma 5…
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Book of the Month: Ms. Marvel Remnants of the Past by Saadia Faruqi
Beginning this year, with our Youth Council members, we will be discussing one book each month. We already have four books picked out for the first few months of 2026. You will see them here. And it’s exciting to begin with Saadia Faruqi’s latest book, Ms. Marvel Remnants of the Past, that tells the story…
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5 Diverse Holiday Books That Bring More than Snow and Sweets!
The December holidays are about glittering trees, frosted cookies, and last-minute wishlists. The quiet little moments that make the season feel magical. And guess what? Some books capture that magic so well, they make you feel like you’re right there. Savour the gingerbread, untangle fairy lights, and enjoy the festivities with friends and family. To…
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3 Native American Stories for Thanksgiving
At the end of November, thanksgiving will be celebrated by families across America. The holiday is about gratitude and also about honoring the native American traditions and histories. We hope these native American stories bring the knowledge and conversations to your tables. The thanksgiving holiday tradition began in the 1600s as a harvest festival and…
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