English Books
Books written in English by Pakistani authors. Read them online or order a print copy — every book on this shelf is in the language it was meant to be read in.
Downfall Towards The SkyHassan MirA man shielded by opulence and alienated by wealth finds himself tested by life, time and time …
The Fundamentalist Hamid Majid AbbasiThe Fundamentalist traces a 17 year old Ammar Dawar journey of transformation, from an average …
The Forgotten Hamid Majid Abbasi23 years old Ahmer Buric, a victim of Srebrenica genocide (1995), finds refuge by returning to …
Musings of the HeartNayab ImtiazA short poetry collection that would take you to places. From love to deciet to the world full …
Fear managementHassan MueezOur Creator says in the Holy Quran "My friends will have no fear and no grief". Because once yo…
Children of the NorthNiddal Bin TahirFour boys from Islamabad plan an audacious adventure to the charming valley of Naran. Seeking t…
Three Giants by Masood Ahmed is a thrilling giants story book where fantasy, danger, and advent…
Marooned On An Island masood AhmedThis adventure story book follows a group of friends whose dream vacation turns into a nightmar…
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The Realm of Darkness
The Realm of Darkness is a diverse poetry book that beautifully shows the full spectrum of human emotions with honesty and depth. It depicts life in all its colors, pain and healing, hope and despair, strength and vulnerability. A…
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Two Storiesmasood AhmedTwo Stories” by Masood Ahmed is a free horror book that welcomes readers into a world filled wi…
Rockistan: History of the Most Turbulent Music Genre in Pakistan- Pakistani Rock Music Book Tayyab KhalilRockistan: History of the Most Turbulent Music Genre in Pakistan by Tayyab Khalil is a comprehe…
heart the size of a loosening fist- Poetry Book About SurvivalOrooj ZafarHeart the Size of a Loosening Fist by Orooj Zafar is a poetry book about survival that explores…
The Awakening - A journey towards self-discovery- Personal Transformation Book Arooj AnjumThe Awakening: A Journey Towards Self-Discovery by Arooj Anjum is a personal transformation boo…
The 5 Blocks of Barakah - Reclaiming the Amanah of Time, Productivity, and Spiritual BalanceSyed JeelaniThe 5 Blocks of Barakah by Syed Jeelani is a life-changing book for Productivity that goes beyo…
PersonalitiesSaad RiazPersonalities by Saad Riaz is a self reflection book and a self help book in English language. …
Environmental Science - A Country Profile of Pakistan - Climate Change BookSafar MuhammadEnvironmental Science: A Country Profile of Pakistan by Safar Muhammad stands out as the ultima…
Everybody needs LoveAmbreen AhmadEverybody Needs Love by Ambreen Ahmad is a wonderful kids book on positivity that gently teache…
beautiful convergence of art and literature. Love the cover. rasmah is talented.
— Adan Fatima, verified reader
Hashim Khail and Keeper of the Gatesrichard shekariIn an attempt to please his father, Hashim Khail, a young prince finds himself in a dilemma aft…
The Testimonyrichard shekariA family of five invites their good neighbour over for dinner. Things get ugly as someone decid…
The War of Warsrichard shekariJames Shinoman, a young Spaceflight Participant goes on a voyage with a team of space explorers…
Otheris and the Serpents of Qhudrusrichard shekariFollowing the fall of the most guileful witch in all the lands, young Otheris set on a journey …
Anna the Humanrichard shekariThe Puricans are a savage race whose main source of food is humans but they are fast running ou…
Perils of Candy Cuthwayrichard shekariA young and vibrant woman finds herself ensnared in a web of fantasy, as circumstance leads her…
Saving Rose Greenrichard shekariRose Green is an inch away from unravelling the truth when the key witness to exposing one of t…
John Deathrichard shekariIn the search for protection from his enemies, a wealthy businessman hires the service of John …
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English Books — common questions
What are the best books in English?
Rated highest by readers on Daastan: Derange Life (5.0/5 from 14 readers), Habibi (5.0/5 from 8 readers) and Look me in the eye (5.0/5 from 6 readers).
What kinds of English books are there?
The largest shelves are Poetry (75), Non-Fiction (38), Fantasy (37) and Contemporary Fiction (28). Every genre has its own English page.
Which book should I read first?
The most-read titles here are Engineering for Humanity, Pakistan, A Forgotten Dream- Pakistan history book and Mechanical Engineering: Interview Guidelines for Fresh Engineers — a fair place to start.
Who writes in English?
Among the most published here are richard shekari, The Authors Attic, AFSHAN HUMA and Omar Iftikhar. Every author has a profile with their full catalogue.
Which of these books can I read for free?
103 books here can be read free on Daastan. See the free ones in English, or browse everything free to read.
Are these available as e-books?
169 titles are available to read on any device, delivered instantly — no postage and no wait. Browse the e-books in English — buy one from its own page and it is yours to read straight away.
How much do these books cost?
Print editions run from Rs 270 to Rs 4,800, averaging about Rs 983. Delivery is across Pakistan, cash on delivery available.
What do readers say about these books?
876 readers have rated books here, 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 these books?
“میں کس طرح آپ کا شکریہ ادا کروں میرے پاس تو الفاظ بھی نہیں ہیں میری خدا سے دعا ہے کہ مجھے آپ جیسا ہمدرد دل عطا کرے جو دوسروں کی مدد کے لیے ہر وقت ب…” — Chitthi Sarhad Paar Se / چٹھی سرحد پار سے
“The book is titled ‘Ramiz’, because the earliest of these poems were written after that dream.” — Ramiz- Grief Poetry Book
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“The book is titled ‘Ramiz’, because the earliest of these poems were written after that dream.” — Ramiz- Grief Poetry Book
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How many books are there in English?
453 published titles, with new books added as they are published.
Recently added to English Books
The Story WithinRumaisa AhmedIt is said that souls have a direct connection to their creator, and some of us recognize our s…
Larger than LifeKhalid SalamatLarger than Life is a collection of deeply human portraits celebrating the men and women who sh…
Death and Denial - Dark Fantasy BookMuaz MirzaDeath and Denial is a gripping dark fantasy book that blends haunting mystery and a relentless …
The Jewels of Urdu PoetryMasaud Akhtar ZaighamThe Jewels of Urdu Poetry is an Urdu poetry anthology book that introduces readers to the lives…
The Abayat of Sultan BahooDr. Maqbool ElahiDiscover The Abyat of Sultan Bahoo, rendered into English by Maqbool Elahi — the first complete…
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