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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.

453 books
Cover of Porcelain Party - – One Act Play Script About FriendshipPorcelain Party - – One Act Play Script About FriendshipKarum Kayani
Set against the lush backdrop of a midsummer garden party, Porcelain Party is a one act play sc…
Cover of Colonial WordsColonial WordsWaqas Abdullah
Colonial Words by Waqas Abdullah is a thought-provoking book about colonialism that explores ho…
Cover of Integrated Crop Science, Protection and Food SystemsIntegrated Crop Science, Protection and Food SystemsHamza Iftikhar
This comprehensive agriculture book offers an in-depth exploration of modern agricultural scien…
Cover of VOODOTAUR - The Jungle Chaos- Action Adventure Novel VOODOTAUR - The Jungle Chaos- Action Adventure Novel Shahrzad Akbar
VOODOTAUR The Jungle Chaos by Shahrzad Akbar is a high-stakes action adventure novel where the …
Cover of Advanced Agricultural Sciences Principles and Innovations- Agricultural Biotechnology BookAdvanced Agricultural Sciences Principles and Innovations- Agricultural Biotechnology BookHamza Iftikhar
Advanced Agricultural Sciences: Principles and Innovations by Hamza Iftikhar is a leading agric…
Cover of Finding my roots- Book About MothersFinding my roots- Book About MothersWajahat Ali
Finding My Roots by Wajahat Ali is a deeply touching book about mothers and the lasting legacy …
Cover of Foundations Of Agricultural Sciences- Agricultural Science BookFoundations Of Agricultural Sciences- Agricultural Science BookHamza Iftikhar
Foundations Of Agricultural Sciences by Hamza Iftikhar is a complete agricultural science book …
Cover of The Last Minute - Sports NovelThe Last Minute - Sports NovelNidal Hammad
A gripping sports novel that follows a teenager’s relentless pursuit of greatness, from a modes…
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Cover of Her Name Was- Best Psychological Thriller NovelHer Name Was- Best Psychological Thriller NovelNoor Fatima
Looking for the best psychological thriller novel? Her Name Was by Noor Fatima is a chilling my…
Cover of The Night She Drowned - Velvet Vista Case (Part I)The Night She Drowned - Velvet Vista Case (Part I)Sana Ahmed Alvi
Tragic accident? Suicide? Or cold-blooded murder?On June 01, 2025, the cursed history of Velvet…
Cover of Desire Desire Samar Malik
If you are searching for poetry books about heartbreak, Desire by Samar Malik is a must-read. T…
Cover of The CrossingTop 3 in FictionThe CrossingAlesha Faraz
The Crossing is a moving book about the India-Pakistan Partition of 1947. It tells the story of…
Cover of Dialogue with DiaryDialogue with DiaryBisma Masood Jatoi
Dialogue with Diary is a deeply engaging self-reflection book that spans three years of confess…
Cover of Keys of AgricultureKeys of AgricultureHamza Iftikhar
Keys of Agriculture is a comprehensive Public Service Commission book designed to support stude…
Cover of Learning Beyond NumbersLearning Beyond NumbersMuhammad Ahmed
This book began in the space between two silences. The first was the silence of a world in lock…
Cover of On Unknown Seas to Unknown ShoresOn Unknown Seas to Unknown ShoresDr. Maqbool Elahi
From the corridors of Harvard to the quiet evenings of Rawalpindi, On Unknown Seas to Unknown S…

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Cover of Hands that healHands that healEman Atiq
Before the doctor arrives, the nurse is already fighting for you. They are the first hands to m…
Cover of Even the moon left me - poetry book about love Even the moon left me - poetry book about love Asra Amjad
"Even the Moon Left Me" by Asra Amjad is a poetry book about love that captures the ache of hea…
Cover of From East Pakistan to Bangladesh: The Rationale for a Bengali IdentityFrom East Pakistan to Bangladesh: The Rationale for a Bengali IdentitySayed Irfan
From East Pakistan to Bangladesh. The Rationale for a Bengali Identity by Sayed M Irfan serves …
Cover of Becoming the New Horizon Becoming the New Horizon Aoha Roohi Amin
Becoming the New Horizon by Aoha Roohi Amin stands out as the best travel book for women travel…
Cover of Understanding Irritable Bowel Syndrome- IBS BookUnderstanding Irritable Bowel Syndrome- IBS BookZahra Nadeem
Understanding Irritable Bowel Syndrome by Zahra Nadeem is an informative IBS book that helps re…
Cover of Whispers of Wall Street - Trading Strategy Book for Elite TradersWhispers of Wall Street - Trading Strategy Book for Elite TradersHAMOOD BUTT
Whispers of Wall Street: The Hidden Playbook of Elite Traders by Hamood Butt is an essential tr…
Cover of Diverse Poesy - Kids Poem Book to Inspire CreativityDiverse Poesy - Kids Poem Book to Inspire CreativitySyeda Haya Fatima
Diverse Poesy by Syeda Haya Fatima is a captivating kids poem book written with passion and cre…
Cover of From Partition to Pioneer - Pakistan's medical pioneer biography book #1 in BiographyFrom Partition to Pioneer - Pakistan's medical pioneer biography bookDr. Bashir Ahmad's Family
From Partition to Pioneer is a compelling biography of Professor Dr. Bashir Ahmad (1934–2014), …
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“Need is the creation of that healthy contact among body and soul that would survive all your promises of life and death, of happiness and sadness.”
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Sana Alvi's The Night She Drowned: Murder Mystery with Daastan

Explore Sana Ahmed Alvi’s writing journey, inspirations, and the mystery behind The Night She Drowned in this engaging author interview.

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Explore From Partition to Pioneer book launch events & highlights, featuring inspiring sessions and tributes to Dr. Bashir Ahmed’s legacy.

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Palestinian Poetry About Struggle: Stories of Resilience - Daastan

Discover the power of Palestinian Poetry a voice of struggle, resilience, and compassion in You, The Witness by Meem Ayien.

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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), Al Muntaqim (5.0/5 from 11 readers) and Habibi (5.0/5 from 8 readers).
What kinds of English books are there?
The largest shelves are Poetry (75), Non-Fiction (41), Fantasy (36) and Contemporary Fiction (28). Every genre has its own English page.
Which book should I read first?
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?
101 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?
173 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 999. Delivery is across Pakistan, cash on delivery available.
What do readers say about these books?
889 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?
“This activity helps children understand that feeling angry is natural, and they can use deep breathing to calm themselves and feel better.” — Shahmeer's Kindness - Children's Book About Kindness
“Dua and Mala are nice, but you were my first and that will never change.” — Sania's Shyness - friendship book for kids
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How many books are there in English?
453 published titles, with new books added as they are published.

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