What is the It's Shawarma Time Ya Salaam Notebook?
It is a celebratory Islamic journal by author Adil Bhatti, designed for Muslim men who react to everything good with ya salaam, mashallah, and a full plate of halal food. It features 200 college-ruled lined pages with Bismillah ar-Rahman ar-Raheem in Arabic calligraphy on every page, and a joyful cover illustration of a Muslim brother living in the moment. Available in hardcover (ASIN B0FK9T2DD7) and paperback (ASIN B0FJXQBH5L) on Amazon.
What does 'Ya Salaam' mean?
Ya Salaam (يا سلام) is a common Arabic exclamation used across the Arab world, South Asia, and the broader Muslim diaspora to express wonder, delight, or amazement — roughly equivalent to saying "wow," "incredible," or "oh my goodness." Muslim men in particular tend to drop it whenever something is genuinely impressive, including, but not limited to, a perfectly wrapped shawarma.
Is this a good gift for a diaspora Muslim who mixes Arabic expressions into English?
Absolutely. That is the target audience. For the Muslim brother who code-switches between English, Arabic, and Urdu in the same sentence — ya salaam, mashallah, yalla, khalas — this notebook was made for him. The cover honors that cultural pride, and the Bismillah header keeps every entry in the same spirit.
Is this notebook suitable for Muslim teen boys or Islamic school students?
Yes. The 200 college-ruled pages and the standard school size make this notebook fully functional for Islamic school, madrasa, Sunday school, Quran class, and weekly hifz programs. The expressive cover is a win with Muslim teen boys who want stationery that actually looks like their culture.
Does every page have Bismillah in Arabic?
Yes. All 200 college-ruled lined pages begin with بِسْمِ ٱللَّٰهِ ٱلرَّحْمَـٰنِ ٱلرَّحِيمِ (Bismillah ar-Rahman ar-Raheem) in elegant Arabic calligraphy. The cover brings the ya salaam energy. The inside brings the Bismillah.
Is it a good Ramadan gift for a Muslim man?
Yes. The celebratory tone fits Ramadan nicely — iftar anticipation, Taraweeh joy, suhoor rituals, family reunions. Use this notebook for Ramadan goals, Quran reading logs, khutbah notes, and the running tally of which uncle brings the best kebabs. The hardcover edition is a strong Ramadan present for a brother with personality.
Does it work as an Eid al-Fitr or Eid al-Adha gift?
Yes. The hardcover is a memorable Eid al-Fitr or Eid al-Adha gift for Muslim men, especially when the recipient is someone whose personality is already loud, proud, and halal. Pair with dates, cologne, or a gift card to his favorite Middle Eastern restaurant.
Can it be used for Jummah or khutbah notes?
Yes. Muslim men use this notebook as a Friday Jummah companion — recording the imam's khutbah points, noting ayahs and hadith referenced, writing out du'a to return to during the week. College-ruled spacing keeps handwriting neat even when the khateeb is moving fast.
What size is it?
The notebook measures 6.24 × 9.24 inches with a 0.64 inch spine and weighs 12.8 ounces. It is college-ruled with 200 lined pages. Fits in a backpack, gym bag, Jummah bag, car console, laptop sleeve, or desk drawer.
Is it available in hardcover?
Yes. Available in hardcover (Amazon ASIN B0FK9T2DD7) and paperback (Amazon ASIN B0FJXQBH5L). Hardcover is the pick if the brother is known for carrying things in and out of a car all day.
Who is this notebook designed for?
Designed for Muslim men, Muslim brothers, Muslim dads, Muslim college students, Muslim teen boys, Islamic school boys, diaspora Muslims, Arabic-speaking and Urdu-speaking Muslim guys, halal foodies, Middle Eastern food lovers, and gift-buyers shopping for a Muslim man who enjoys a good ya salaam moment.
Can I use it as a halal restaurant or street food review journal?
Yes. Muslim food bloggers and halal-loving brothers use this notebook as a halal restaurant review log, a kebab tier list, or a shawarma ranking system. The Bismillah header keeps the reviews grounded — every bite begins with His name.
Who wrote and published it?
Created and published by American-Pakistani author Adil Bhatti under his independent imprint Alpha Leonis Production Studio LLC. Released on July 25, 2025 and distributed globally through Amazon. Read more on the
About page.
Where can I buy it?
Available on Amazon worldwide in both hardcover (ASIN B0FK9T2DD7) and paperback (ASIN B0FJXQBH5L). Order from your regional Amazon marketplace with Prime shipping where available.
Are there other notebooks in the same series?
Yes. Adil Bhatti has published ten Islamic notebooks total. Five are for Muslim men (Pray Du'a Shawarma Repeat, That Shawarma Life, It's Shawarma Time Ya Salaam, Halal Hustler, Salah Shawarma Success) and five are hijabi-themed for Muslim women (Hijabi 'til I Die, Hijabi Queen, Hijabi Gang Where My Girls At, Hijabi and Chill, Hijabi and Unbreakable). All share the same 200-page college-ruled interior with Bismillah on every page. Browse the full collection on the
notebooks page.
