A. Darius Husain

Author & Educator

My Story

As an Irish, German, Pakistani whose father claimed that part of their ancestry could be traced to Ghangis Khan, A. Darius Husain is a patchwork of generational contradictions uniquely positioned to uncover humanity’s common ground.  When not fueling his passion for writing, Darius is the Executive Director of Face to Face Academy and during his tenure, the school has been bestowed numerous honors for its work in serving the most At-Risk for dropping out of High School.  He is the Author of the critically acclaimed The Nine Devines of Chippewa Falls, recipient of the Literary Titan Gold Medal.  His debut book is the Reader’s Favorite Award winning Road Map to Power

Books by A. Darius Husain

Nine Devines of Chippewa Falls
Amazon Best Seller
Literary Titan Gold Medal

Dan Devine was one of the most public figures as a Hall of Fame Football coach of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, yet his upbringing remained a carefully guarded even to those closest to him.   A vision by his grandson, however, when Dan is on his deathbed sparks a journey to uncover the Devine family’s often difficult and painful past. 

Top Ten for 2025 in two categories – Football Biographies & Midwest BiographiesThe Nine Devines of Chippewa Falls is a true story of hope, perseverance, the unifying power of sport, and the unbreakable bonds of family. 

Road Map to Power

What is the true source of authentic power?  Wrapping warm, profound stories of empowerment around an extensive body of research, Road Map to Power is your guide to a life of dignity, satisfaction, and happiness.  Winner of Reader’s Favorite Bronze Medal Award for in the category of Self-Improvement.

Hope for the Children

Dr. Syed Arshad Husain and his trauma team are on a Humanitarian mission to war-torn Bosina where they confront devestation beyond imagination.  When intensity of grief and loss threatens to overwhelm the mental health practioners, they find hope in the most unlikely of places: the resileceny of children.

Featured Blogs, Podcasts, & Media

Born to Run

Born to Run

Arshad was only 9 years old when his entire world was collapsing around him. The once quiet and peaceful neighborhood of his youth in Delhi was engulfed with explosions and gunfire. Coffins were carried past his home by weeping relatives. Only months earlier, India...

Founding Fathers

Founding Fathers

Face to Face Academy proudly presents Season 2 of its award winning Podcast. This season marks the 25th Anniversary of the Face to Face Academy and what better way to kick off the celebration than with an interview with one of the school's most influential figures -...