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"Invite to your Lord's way wisely: teaching in a pleasant manner, and debating with courtesy”
Our Vision
To motivate people to lead a better life through our educational and inspirational content.
Our Mission
To provide knowledge for people of all ages, through which they can learn and be inspired to lead a good life as responsible citizens.
Islam is a religion that is an ‘invitation’ to the Divine banquet, it relies on communication, so people can come to enjoy the delicious food for thought. Early on when Muslims began to preach the message, they were inspired to use a variety of means to invite people to the way of their Lord. This included writing and compiling books on various topics, the Quran, Hadith, Fiqh, Morality and Spirituality.
So, writing books and publications have been the cornerstone of preaching and teaching of Islam. For example, the Quran mentions the letter that Prophet Sulayman sent to the Queen of Sheba, the Messenger (peace be upon him) himself sent dozen of letters to rulers and kings, these were introductory leaflets on Islam. So, the publication of books, leaflets and short tracts is part and parcel of Dawah work. We are a Dawah organisation therefore we believe publication is central to our work.
Another reason why we publish our books is that mainstream publishers will simply not publish Islamic books. Therefore, its imperative that we publish and encourage Muslim authors. This is crucial for our survival and countering the liberal, secular and aggressive atheist culture that is encroaching all around us. We are like a ‘nursery’ in which an author’s brand, career and readership could be nurtured over time.
This is about the glory of Allah and ensuring a place for Islam in the public square. We believe in this work passionately that is why we are in the publishing business. Islam offers world peace, goodness and a flourishing life. We have a responsibility to counter the culture that spreads evil and threatens the survival of humanity. Our commitment is to Dawah, to make money matters but is not the purpose of Invitation Publishing.
Inspired by our Islamic faith, we are committed to serving Muslim communities worldwide by publishing innovative, relevant and authentic books. In today’s ever-changing world, we seek to enable Muslim spiritual, cultural, intellectual and creative expression in ways that are engaging, exciting, traditional and modern.
Our Team
Dr Musharraf Hussain - Founder
He is a distinguished scholar, author, and visionary educator, and the founder of Invitation Publishing. His publishing journey began in the 1980s with the launch of The Invitation Magazine, a pioneering publication that served Muslim communities in the UK and beyond for nearly three decades until around 2010.
His pursuit of Islamic knowledge took him to study under renowned scholars in Pakistan and Egypt, helping shape his balanced and deeply rooted scholarly perspective. Through his extensive writings, translations, and publications, Dr Hussain has made a significant contribution to contemporary Islamic thought, addressing themes of Quranic understanding, faith, identity, spirituality, and the lived experience of Muslims in Britain and beyond.
Through Invitation Publishing, his longstanding commitment to Islamic publishing continues, making authentic, accessible, and impactful Islamic literature available to readers worldwide.
Atif Hussain - Managing Director
He leads publishing strategy, author partnerships, and the development of high-quality books that inform, inspire, and create impact.
With experience spanning publishing, project management, writing, and strategic communications, he works closely with authors and organisations to bring ideas from manuscript to finished publication.
Alongside his publishing work, Atif is actively involved in education and community development, serving as a school governor and charity trustee, with a strong commitment to nurturing knowledge, leadership, and meaningful social impact.
Ahsan Akbar - Operations Manager
He is a publishing and operations professional at Invitation Publishing, with experience in project coordination, business operations, and managing the practical processes that bring publications to life.
With a strong eye for organisation and execution, he supports authors and publishing projects from production through to delivery, helping ensure a smooth and efficient experience. Passionate about meaningful publishing, Ahsan is committed to producing high-quality books that educate, inspire, and make a lasting impact.
Sajhd Hussain - Lead Designer
He is a senior UX designer with over two decades of experience creating intuitive, user-centred digital experiences across the public and private sectors.
Having worked with leading organisations including Jaguar Land Rover, John Lewis Partnership, UK government departments, and higher education institutions, he brings deep expertise in UX strategy, interaction design, accessibility, and digital transformation.
With a background in software engineering and human-computer interaction, Saj combines technical understanding with creative problem-solving to deliver impactful design solutions. At Invitation Publishing, as a consultant, he leads design with a focus on creating engaging, accessible, and visually compelling publications.