Daybreak Press

Daybreak Press is a traditional publishing house operating as an assumed name of Rabata, Inc., a nonprofit organization recognized by the IRS under Section 501(c)(3). Its stated mission is to publish books that give rise to women's voices and promote positive cultural change. The press focuses on works by Muslim women authors, aiming to share the joy and depth of Islam with the world, while also publishing in a variety of literary genres and academic fields. The press is part of the broader Rabata ecosystem, which creates positive cultural change through creative educational experiences. Rabata's vision is a rising tide of Muslim women teachers, faith leaders, and community stewards in every digital and local neighborhood around the world. Daybreak Press contributes to this vision by amplifying the female voice in scholarship and publishing. Daybreak Press operates as a traditional press, accepting manuscript submissions in fiction (romance, young adult, fantasy, and sci-fi) and nonfiction. It is continuously seeking authentic works from Muslim women authors. The press also runs the Daybreak Writing Circle, a bi-monthly virtual gathering for writers, and publishes a monthly newsletter called the Daybreak Dispatch. Other initiatives include the Authors Studio, a blog, and participation in National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo). The press is based in the United States and operates primarily online, with a catalog available through its website. It is not a publicly traded company but a subsidiary or imprint of Rabata, Inc. Its activities are supported by Rabata's nonprofit status, and it accepts donations through the parent organization.

Daybreak Press operates as an assumed name of Rabata, Inc., a nonprofit organization recognized by the IRS under Section 501(c)(3). Rabata's philosophy is built on the values of Courage, Agility, Numinosity, Optimism, and Erudition, and its mission is to create positive cultural change through creative educational experiences. The Arabic verb 'rabaṭa' means to bind and connect, reflecting the organization's emphasis on spiritual ties and community. Daybreak Press was established to amplify the female voice in scholarship and publishing, as part of Rabata's theory of change: building a better society through the educational and spiritual development of women by women. The press publishes books that give rise to women's voices and promote positive cultural change, with a particular focus on Muslim women authors. As a traditional press, Daybreak Press accepts manuscript submissions in fiction (romance, young adult, fantasy, and sci-fi) and nonfiction. It is continuously on the lookout for authentic works from Muslim women authors that share the joy and depth of Islam with the world. The press also engages the writing community through initiatives such as the Daybreak Writing Circle, a bi-monthly virtual gathering led by a team of writers, and the monthly Daybreak Dispatch newsletter. Other activities include the Authors Studio, a blog, and participation in National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo). The press operates primarily online, with its catalog available through the Rabata website. It is not a publicly traded company but a subsidiary or imprint of Rabata, Inc. Its activities are supported by Rabata's nonprofit status, and it accepts donations through the parent organization.

A traditional press publishing books that give rise to women's voices and promote positive cultural change, with a focus on Muslim women authors.

• Daybreak Press Catalog

  A catalog of books published by Daybreak Press, available through the Rabata website.

• Daybreak Writing Circle

  A bi-monthly virtual gathering for writers, led by a team of writers, providing guidance and expertise to nurture writing journeys.

• Monthly Daybreak Dispatch Newsletters

  A monthly newsletter published by Daybreak Press.

• Authors Studio

  A program or resource for authors offered by Daybreak Press.

• National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) 2025

  Daybreak Press participates in National Novel Writing Month, an annual writing event.

1. 1Daybreak Press – RABATArabata.org
2. 2Philosophy – RABATArabata.org
3. 3Daybreak Press - Wikidatawikidata.org