Over the
last few years I’ve been writing and posting short stories on my blog. I chose
ten of these stories to include in this small book. Six of them are true
stories that I lived or witnessed. When I described
real events, I changed identities and details as needed to protect the privacy
of others.
I
included one on the occasion of the birth of Prophet Jesus (AS),
and another on the occasion of the birth of Prophet Muhammad (SAAW).
The rest are ‘realistic fiction’. Any resemblance to real persons, living or dead is purely
coincidental.
Each and
every story delivers one or more moral lessons. The hope is that the readers
will enjoy the stories and benefit from them in their personal lives.
Acclaim for There is Always Another Way
“Dr. Nabih Tarazi has acquired much knowledge and wisdom over the years in his roles as a spiritual leader, community activist, and family counselor. In this collection of short stories, he reflects on life lessons he has learned and wishes to share. His stories inspire us. They challenge us to remain patient and take the high road. They encourage us to trust in God’s plans. These stories extend the mentorship and gentle guidance that Dr. Tarazi has brought to his community for decades to a new audience of readers, inspiring them to navigate life’s challenges in a spiritually uplifting way.”
-Dr. Asma Mobin-Uddin, Author of My Name is Bilal, The Best Eid Ever, and A Party in Ramadan
"A nicely written collection of short stories by Dr. Tarazi. Dr.Tarazi employs simple language and story form to convey deep and complex ideas and traditions. His simple yet straightforward approach drives the message home without any ambiguity. It is a book about traditions and morals and is a must read for all.”
-Khaled Shammout, Author
“I really enjoyed reading the stories. Each one had an excellent lesson/reminder that stuck with me.”
-Rima Dabdoub, Language Arts Teacher
