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MEET THE AUTHOR

Whenever I go to a library or bookstore, I always ask the librarian, "Do you have books featuring Muslim superheroes?"

And they always respond "Sorry, no."

Yeah, I'm going to change that Insha'Allah. 
I believe that everyone deserves to see themselves as the hero of their own story.

- Ali Mohammad Rizwan

The age of Muslim superheroes is here.

Introducing MetalGhost: Kashif and the Echoes from a Past Life by Ali Mohammad Rizwan

 

 Take a closer look behind the cape of your new favorite superhero as he takes on mental health, love, grief, and family. All of this unfolds through the eyes of a diverse cast of characters, making it a melting pot of experiences.

 

This book is more than just a story; it's a movement. It's about empowering young adults, providing them with heroes they can relate to, and emphasizing that representation matters.

 

Are you ready to meet the hero the world has been waiting for?

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When university professor Kashif Razvi's seemingly ordinary life is shattered by the mysterious death of a loved one, he's forced to take matters into his own hands. 

 

With the help of an armored suit built by his childhood friend Samir, Kashif plunges into the underworld of city gangs to uncover the truth. This journey thrusts him into a war with the criminal world, turning him into a superhero for the city but also a vigilante wanted by the police.

 

The more he suits up to save the city, the more he realizes that the life of a superhero comes with a cost. Sinister villains emerge, copycat vigilantes disrupt law and order, and Kashif's personal life shatters around him. The pursuit of the truth leads him down a rabbit hole of explosive events, and before he knows it, his life spirals out of control.

 

Ultimately, Kashif must make a heart-wrenching choice: to save the city or himself.

Awards & Recognition

NYC Big Book Award -
Distinguished Favorite 2024

Fofky's Reader Choice Award - 

Best Fantasy Novel

Meet the Characters of MetalGhost

Early Reader Reviews

Fahim Al-Nasser

"I am glad to read and see relatable characters and cultural diversity. Our generation can feel proud of who they are."

Aisha Patel

"This book was really inspiring and I couldn't put it down."

Fatima Mitchell

"Metalghost is a powerful story for our generation and beyond!"

Events

  • Feb 22, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    Princeton, 100 College Rd E, Princeton, NJ 08540, USA
    Events by Sara & Saima Presents: Author Meet & Greet with Ali Mohammad Rizwan Book Discussion | Meet with Author| Book Signing
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  • Feb 08, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Plainfield, 200 Court Pl, Plainfield, NJ 07060, USA
    Join us at the famous Queen City Coffee Roasters cafe for a special meet and greet with award-winning author Ali Mohammad Rizwan!
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  • Fri, Jan 31
    https://tinyurl.com/MetalGhost-On-Air
    Jan 31, 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
    https://tinyurl.com/MetalGhost-On-Air
    NPR- 101.9 Detroit Public Radio Interview. Read and listen : https://tinyurl.com/MetalGhost-On-Air
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  • Jan 24, 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
    Edison, 9 Olsen Ave, Edison, NJ 08820, USA
    Join us for a special Al-Wali Masjid Event with Ali Mohammad Rizwan, author of MetalGhost, the 1st Muslim Superhero novel! Where: Masjid Al-Wali When: Friday, January 24, 2025- 7pm Dinner will be served
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  • Jan 19, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    Fair Lawn, 10-10 20th St, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410, USA
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  • Thu, Oct 24
    Woodbridge Township
    Oct 24, 2024, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Woodbridge Township, 15 S 2nd St, Fords, NJ 08863, USA
    Join us for a special MCNJ Event with Ali Mohammad Rizwan, author of MetalGhost, the 1st Muslim Superhero novel! Where: MCNJ Fords When: Friday, October 24, 2024- After Isha Salah Dinner will be served
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  • Sat, Oct 12
    Parsippany-Troy Hills
    Oct 12, 2024, 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    Parsippany-Troy Hills, 199 Smith Rd, Parsippany, NJ 07054, USA
    Join me for an Author Meet & Greet and Panel during the Ripple Fall Shopping Event! Location: Parsippany Sheraton Hotel 199 Smit Ave, Parsippany, NJ Time: 12-6pm Author Meet & Greet 2-3pm
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  • Sat, Aug 03
    Delta Marriott Somerset
    Aug 03, 2024, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    Delta Marriott Somerset, 110 Davidson Ave, Somerset, NJ 08873, USA
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  • Sun, Jul 07
    ICPC Clifton
    Jul 07, 2024, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    ICPC Clifton, 257 Pershing Rd, Clifton, NJ 07013, USA
    Join me as I visit Kunooz Library for a meet and greet, book signing and reading. Become a member of Kunooz Library and join us! https://kunoozlibrary.com/home
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  • Jun 21, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM EDT
    Teaneck, 320 Fabry Terrace, Teaneck, NJ 07666, USA
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  • Wed, May 29
    Ridgefield Park Public Library
    May 29, 2024, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Ridgefield Park Public Library, 107 Cedar St, Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660, USA
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  • Sun, May 26
    Baltimore Convention Center
    May 26, 2024, 10:00 AM – May 28, 2024, 2:00 PM
    Baltimore Convention Center, 1 W Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA
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  • Sat, May 18
    Middlesex County Fairground
    May 18, 2024, 12:00 PM – 7:30 PM
    Middlesex County Fairground, 655 Cranbury Rd, East Brunswick, NJ 08816, USA
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  • Sun, May 12
    AGE - Teaneck Campus
    May 12, 2024, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    AGE - Teaneck Campus, 441 North St, Teaneck, New Jersey, USA
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