Call for Stories: Muslim Men on Love, Sex Intimacy

[MellowBird]

In case you aren't familiar with the Love Inshallah book stories:

 

http://loveinshallah.com/ this is their site. warsan shire, the somali poet, has been recently featured on there.

 

it's a very interesting collection of stories told through the perspective of women, who share the identity of being muslim, on love, marriage, intimacy and all that is in between. it's an eye opening experience.

 

the reason i'm posting, is that now they are trying to get the male perspective as well. and if there are muslim men around who have something of value to share in this theme - contribute. you can stay annonymous or use a different name, whatever.

 

it is nice to know that the human experience, while it can feel isolating, is shared by all.

 

 

http://loveinshallah.com/2013/01/15/call-for-stories-muslim-men-on-love-sex-intimacy/

 

 

 

CALL FOR STORIES: Muslim Men on Love, Sex & Intimacy

 

You heard from the ladies in Love, InshAllah: The Secret Love Lives of American Muslim Women, now it’s time to hear from the men! Announcing a call for non-fiction, personal stories by American Muslim men on love & loss, sex & intimacy for publication in 2013.

 

Submission deadline: March 4, 2013



 

WHY MUSLIM MEN?

 

For every stereotype about Muslim women, there are as many about Muslim men, lacking nuance, reflection or celebration. The search for romantic love impacts men’s lives deeply and yet there is little space for men to address these issues, share their experiences, or feel less isolated when it comes to affairs of the heart.

 

In the wake of Love InshAllah’s global success and growing recognition in both the American and Muslim communities of the need to address the critical role of love, sex and relationships in men’s lives, it is the right time for Muslim men to share their intimate insights.

 

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

 

Stories must be autobiographical and written by men who identify as both American and Muslim. We are looking for contributors who reflect a broad range of religious practice and perspectives, from orthodox to cultural to secular.

 

Write about a transformative episode that defined your dating/relationship/marital experience. Did factors such as religion, ethnicity, race, class, family, etc., play a role in your story? We want compelling real-life storytelling and dialogue, not essay-like commentary.

 

We prefer that authors write under their real names, but recognize that some topics – including (but not limited to) sex, divorce, abuse, emotional/physical infidelity, sexual orientation, polygamy, mutah, etc. – are sensitive, so we are accepting a limited number of submissions under pen names.

 

DIVERSITY

 

Contributions are welcome from American Muslim men of all racial, ethnic, sectarian backgrounds, sexual orientation, ages, born and convert Muslims, disabled, single, engaged, married, divorced, or widowed.

 

DETAILS

 

Submissions should be between 1,500 – 4,000 words, double-spaced and paginated. Please send your submission as a Microsoft Word document attachment to stories@loveinshallah.com

[Coofle]

All MEN love it....coitus is a primary physiological need of humans, no shame. Just do it properly....Maxaa loo buunbuuninayaa

[Alpha Blondy]

an utter insult to the islamic faith!

 

do these people realise the can of worms they've opened with their western-type inquisations into the private sphere of the muslim? something things are best left alone

 

i suppose when you're eager to impress there's no limit as to how far you're willing to pry.

[Reeyo]

LOL ^. I think you should apply Alpha.

[Alpha Blondy]

Reeyo;908656 wrote:

LOL ^. I think you should apply Alpha.

LOOOL

 

why do you think so?

[Reeyo]

I am sure you have a story or two to share. I've read your 'lover' antidotes.

[Alpha Blondy]

love is a fiction based on the sentimentality of hollywood rom-coms. i don't really have a view on it.

[Reeyo]

Aw that is what troubled teens say when they first get dumped.

[Wadani]

Reeyo, what is ur take on love? I assume ur a true romantic.

[Reeyo]

can you deny the soul's existence? Where the soul exists, love exists.

[Wadani]

This is true Reeyo, but I do believe that love is definitely over rated. The only people who will love you unconditionaly and remain forever loyal to u are your family members and the rare gem of a friend. Love is a fickle thing, that waxes and wanes and is subject to so much volitilty. Years of co-existence, sacrifices and shared experiences can be thrown away in minutes when lovers clash. Also, the conditionality of the love given by a mate is a turn off to me. Lots of girls will want you when you have your money, looks and status...but what happens when u lose one or more of these things???

[Reeyo]

The trick is not to be fooled and be led down the rabbit-hole to find a fair-tale in relation to romantic love. What you give is what you get.

I disagree with family being the only people who give you unconditional love and acceptance. For most traditional families it's an 'obligation' or a 'given' to care for another family member without really caring for them.

[Jacaylbaro]

Where is Abtigiis ??

[QansaxMeygaag]

Wadani;908680 wrote:

This is true Reeyo, but I do believe that love is definitely over rated. The only people who will love you unconditionaly and remain forever loyal to u are your family members and the rare gem of a friend. Love is a fickle thing, that waxes and wanes and is subject to so much volitilty. Years of co-existence, sacrifices and shared experiences can be thrown away in minutes when lovers clash. Also, the conditionality of the love given by a mate is a turn off to me. Lots of girls will want you when you have your money, looks and status...but what happens when u lose one or more of these things???

Wadani you have a good story here; why don't you keep going?

[QansaxMeygaag]

Reeyo;908675 wrote:

can you deny the soul's existence? Where the soul exists, love exists.

You can connect with another soul without loving it....