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Meet the Maliks Twin Detectives: The Cookie Culprit

Author: Zanib MianIllustrator: Kyan Cheng

Maysa and Musa Malik are twins. Trouble tends to seek out Maysa the daydreamer, whereas Musa is always good. During Ramadan, a cookie competition is spoiled at their mosque. Can the twins crack the conundrum and uncover who committed the crime? Brimming with cheek, charm and good humour!

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  • Winner of the IBC Awards '24 Children's Fiction (5-9s)
  • Muslim representation
  • Own Voice
  • South Asian representation
  • Diverse cast