We have published a variety of books, some are for children, but all are written in a simple and straightforward, easy-to-read style. There are also six which contain selections from the Bahá’í Writings. See below.
Introductory
This is a relatively easy-to-read introductory book, with 2 pages per topic, including an illustration and a quotation from the Bahá’í Writings.
48 pages, A5, £1.50 each. Sample double page below.
ISBN: 978-1-9993486-7-0
This is also stocked by the US Bahá’í Distribution Service.
This is a very simple introductory book explaining Bahá’í beliefs. Each page has a brief explanation of a topic and has a picture and a quotation from the Bahá’í Writings. The book is especially suitable for those who are not avid readers or for those who just want a quick overview, also for junior youth and older children. Sample pages below.
A6, 48 pages, £1 each.
ISBN: 978-1-9993486-6-3
This is also stocked by the US Bahá’í Distribution Service.
This book is a companion to “What Do Bahá’ís Believe” (see above). It is primarily written for those who have just become Bahá’ís, or for those who are thinking about doing so. It explains everything from prayer and fasting to weddings, funerals and Bahá’í elections.
It can also be used as a simple reference guide for those who have been Bahá’ís for a while.
It may also be of interest to those who just want to understand what it means to live a Bahá’í life.
The chapter headings are listed below.
48 pages, no illustrations, A5, £1.50 each.
ISBN: 978-1-7392613-1-3
The Basis of a Bahá’í Life
Unity
Daily Prayer
The Bahá’í Fast
Good Health
Bahá’í Marriage
Bahá’í Funerals
Teaching the Bahá’í Faith
Community Activities
Attending the Feast
The Bahá’í Fund
Bahá’í Holy Days
Bahá’í Elections
Counsellors, Board Members & Assistants
Consulting Together
Bahá’í Pilgrimage
Numbers and Symbols
This is a simple introductory book for children aged 8 to 12, but is also an easy read for teenagers and adults. Full of colour photographs. A5, 64 pages, £1.50. This is also stocked by Special Ideas in the USA. ISBN: 978-0-9957335-0-3
Bahá’í Prayers and Writings
This book contains selections of Bahá’í Writings and prayers on the subject of peace and unity in the world. It makes an ideal gift.
A6, 48 pages, 50p.
ISBN: 978-1-9993486-8-7
This is a simple introductory prayer book which contains prayers on a variety of subjects. It is ideal for those attending devotional meetings for example. One customer said: “A brilliant selection for those new to praying or who are sceptical of finding comfort in prayer.”
Books are A6 in size and cost 50p each. ISBN: 978-1-9993486-3-2
This is the list of topics in the book:
Spiritual Growth
Gratitude
Morning
Evening
Travelling
Protection
Necessities of Life
Difficulties
Healing
Forgiveness
Unity
Peace
For Humanity
Children
For Our Parents
For Those in the Next World
Meeting Together
Service
A Daily Prayer
This addition to our “Water of Life” series contains the 26 prayers, written by ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, which were translated into English in honour of the centenary of His passing. They are arranged under subject headings.
Books are A6 in size, 32 pages, & cost £1 each. ISBN: 978-1-9993486-4-9
Inspiring Words for Daily Life
This contains a double page of short passages from the Bahá’í Writings on each of 22 different spiritual topics– the list is below. It is hoped that these few brief extracts which are shared here will give help and inspiration to those who read them.
This is a companion book to “Baha’i Prayers for Everyday use” and “Short Selections from the Bahá’í Writings”. Books are A6 in size and cost 50p. ISBN: 978-1-9993486-2-5
Topics:
Love
Unity
Harmony
Beauty
Happiness
Inner Peace
Forbearance
Patience
Acceptance
Thankfulness
Contentment
Health
Purity
Detachment
Justice
Generosity
Honesty
Trustworthiness
Kindness
Service
Hope
Joy
Short Selections from the Bahá’í Writings
This book gives some idea of the range of subjects covered in the Bahá’í Writings, both spiritual and practical. Includes a brief explanation of the Sources of these Writings. A6, 48 pages, 50p. ISBN: 978-0-9957335-7-2
This is also stocked by the Australian Bahá’í Distribution Service and the Bahá’í bookshop in Perth, Australia.
Prayers and Writings of the Báb
A short selection of the prayers of the Báb, plus some extracts from His Writings, especially those about the coming of Bahá’u’lláh. Includes a brief explanation of the Báb’s mission. A6, 48 pages, 50p. ISBN: 978-0-9957335-8-9
This is also stocked by the US Bahá’í Distribution Service and the Bahá’í bookshop in Perth, Australia.
History
The Life of the Báb ISBN: 978-0-9957335-1-0
The Life of Bahá’u’lláh ISBN: 978-0-9957335-2-7
The Life of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá ISBN: 978-0-9957335-3-4
The Life of the Guardian ISBN: 978-0-9957335-4-1
These books are written in a simple and straightforward style, suitable for adults, teenagers and also older children. Each book is available separately or as a set of four. With photographs spaced throughout the text. A5, 32 pages, £1 each book.
A comment about these books:
“These four booklets are excellent. After my thirty-three years as a Baha’i, it takes a girl who was about 9 when I first saw her to clarify all sorts of things and fill in all sorts of gaps. Well done, Helena. Brilliant!” AK
A comment about these books plus “The Bahá’í Faith”:
“… have just finished reading the set of 5 books… such a valuable contribution to enabling high and low alike to be introduced to our beloved Faith in such a simple but comprehensive overview. … This is the best I have seen and hope that it will be available to the Baha’is of the world to share.” JM
These books are also stocked by the US Bahá’í Distribution Service (as a set) and by Peaceful Pages. Also in Australia by the Australian BDS (in sets), Century Press, plus the Bahá’í bookshop in Perth. Also stocked by the New Zealand BDS.
Three Heroic Followers of the Báb
The inspiring stories of Mullá Husayn, Táhirih and Quddús, told in an easily readable style, suitable for adults, teenagers and also older children. It starts with a brief introduction, so no previous knowledge of the Báb or Bahá’u’lláh is needed. A5, 32 pages, £1 ISBN: 978-0-9957335-9-6
This is also stocked by the Australian BDS (in a set with the previous 4 history books). Individual copies are stocked by Century Press, the Bahá’í bookshop in Perth, Australia and the Toronto bookshop in Canada.
Books for Young Children
We have more books which are specifically designed for young children – see below: