Anthology
One book, many voices. Daastan's anthologies collect stories and poems from dozens of emerging Pakistani writers - the easiest way to discover your next favourite author in a single read. Pick a volume and start exploring.
Pen VibeThe Authors AtticThis book is a collective work of 25 independent writers, worked and published under Author’s A…
Resonance of WordsThe Authors AtticThis book is a collective work of 18 independent writers, worked and published under Author’s A…
ادب و تنقید - Adab o TanqeedMuneeb MasoudEssay book in Urdu “ادب و تنقید – Adab o Tanqeed” by Muneeb Masoud is a thoughtful and well-cra…
A New AwakeningThe Authors AtticA New Awakening by The Authors Attic is a warm and uplifting prose poetry book on hope that bri…
Eleutheromania The Authors AtticWriting itself is a charm but we are glad that we could bring life to your write ups. Writers m…
OutliersThe Authors Attic"Outliers" is an assemblage of poems by writers from all around India and Pakistan. "Outliers" …
Wandering Souls The Authors Attic"Wandering Souls" is an assemblage of poems by writers from all around Pakistan. "Wandering Sou…
سخن وارانِ ملتان ٢٠١٠ء | Book on Multan Literary CircleRazi uddin RaziSukhanwaran-e-Multan 2010 by Razi Uddin Razi is a book on Multan that showcases the rich litera…
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I am We
10% OFF! The theoretical perspective that inspired I Am We is by Félix Guattari and Gilles Deleuze. Some words and phrases have been directly quoted from their book “A Thousand Plateaus.” Further, Bulleh Shah, Toni Morrison, Byron…
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Season 6 - 'Shanakht'Urdu Editorial BoardDiscover Shanakht (شناخت) — Season 6 of Unkahi Kahaniyan, an Urdu short story anthology from Qi…
I am WeAnam Sajid10% OFF! The theoretical perspective that inspired I Am We is by Félix Guattari and Gilles Dele…
SanctuaryOutcast10% OFF! Sanctuary is a collection of griping stories about survival from authors all over the …
Short Stories For AdultsZeenat Iqbal HakimjeeShort Stories For Adults is a collection of heart-felt tales which will take you back in time w…
Top RatedWords from the clandestine selfMaham SyedainWords from the Clandestine Self by Maham Syedain is a heartfelt short inspirational stories boo…
My Erratic SubconciousSaad Ahmed10% OFF! A Collection of award-winning short stories that depict the harsh realities of life. T…
THE ANCIENT SOULS - English Prose Poetry & Short Stories Book Mahnoor Naseer10% OFF! The Ancient Souls by Mahnoor Naseer is a captivating English prose poetry book that br…
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Why My Heart ThrobsFiza BatoolI am the known and the unknown, the smile and the tears, the love and the hate. I am the killer…
Abduction from the LetheLaiba Sehrish NawazPrice : Rs. 1000 "Frostbitten is a life that adjures to the laws of normality rather than the s…
Top RatedLife's PeculiaritiesSarah KhanPrice: 1000 PKR (For Pakistan)Price: 250 INR (For India) #FreeShipping Jump into the worlds of …
Dew Drops In The RainHibah ShabkhezWith mangoes and imbeciles, tyrannical parrot-generals and bread that will insist on burning, w…
Of Leaves and Longings - Poetry Anthology Book on TreesOf Leaves and Longings is a poetry anthology book on trees that brings together forty-one refle…
Top RatedTales from the PandemicTales from the Pandemic is an interesting poem book about COVID that sheds light on the emotion…
Pen a Friend / خط بَنام دوستHere at Daastan, we have a tradition of hosting innovative writing contests. Therefore, we kick…
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Anthology books — common questions
What are the best Anthology books by Pakistani authors?
Rated highest by readers on Daastan: Words from the clandestine self (5.0/5 from 3 readers), Bookay 2018 (4.9/5 from 10 readers) and Abduction from the Lethe (4.7/5 from 3 readers).
Which Anthology book should I read first?
The most-read titles on this shelf are Abduction from the Lethe, Bookay 2018 and Words from the clandestine self — a fair place to start if you are new to anthology.
Who are the Anthology authors on Daastan?
Among the most published on this shelf are The Authors Attic, Anam Sajid, Bookay Crew and Fatima Furqan. Every author has a profile with their full catalogue.
Are there Anthology books in Urdu?
Yes — 4 Urdu anthology books, alongside 26 in English. Both are printed and delivered across Pakistan.
Which Anthology books can I read for free?
8 books on this shelf can be read free on Daastan. See the free anthology books, or browse everything free to read.
Are Anthology books available as e-books?
6 titles are available to read on any device, delivered instantly. Browse the anthology e-books — buy one from its own page and it is yours to read straight away.
How much do Anthology books cost?
Print editions run from Rs 275 to Rs 1,200, averaging about Rs 763. Delivery is across Pakistan, cash on delivery available.
What do readers say about Anthology books on Daastan?
36 readers have rated books on this shelf, averaging 4.6 out of 5. Reviews are written by verified readers and sit on each book’s page.
What are some memorable lines from Anthology books?
“میں دیکھ رہا ہوں کہ دنیا کے لیے رحمت بن کر آنے والے کے ہونٹوں پر مسکراہٹ ہے اور میری ہر کوتاہی اور تقصیر معاف کر دی گئی ہے۔” — ادب و تنقید - Adab o Tanqeed
“اِک یاد ہے کہ دامنِ دل چھوڑتی نہیں اک بیل ہے کہ لپٹی ہوئی ہے شجر کے ساتھ وبا کے ان دنوں نے مجھ پر آگہی کے نئے در وا کیے ہیں۔” — Pen a Friend / خط بَنام دوست
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“اِک یاد ہے کہ دامنِ دل چھوڑتی نہیں اک بیل ہے کہ لپٹی ہوئی ہے شجر کے ساتھ وبا کے ان دنوں نے مجھ پر آگہی کے نئے در وا کیے ہیں۔” — Pen a Friend / خط بَنام دوست
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How many Anthology books are on Daastan?
30 published anthology titles by Pakistani authors, with new books added as they are published.
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Of Leaves and Longings - Poetry Anthology Book on TreesOf Leaves and Longings is a poetry anthology book on trees that brings together forty-one refle…
Pen VibeThe Authors AtticThis book is a collective work of 25 independent writers, worked and published under Author’s A…
Resonance of WordsThe Authors AtticThis book is a collective work of 18 independent writers, worked and published under Author’s A…
ادب و تنقید - Adab o TanqeedMuneeb MasoudEssay book in Urdu “ادب و تنقید – Adab o Tanqeed” by Muneeb Masoud is a thoughtful and well-cra…
A New AwakeningThe Authors AtticA New Awakening by The Authors Attic is a warm and uplifting prose poetry book on hope that bri…
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