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English Contemporary Fiction

Stories set in the Pakistan of today, written while the dust is still settling. Family, class, ambition, secrets - these novels say out loud what drawing rooms only whisper. Start one on Friday and you'll finish it by Sunday.

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I Ruined Luigi's Election Campaign Pseudo Intiqab

A short story about a young outspoken student who moves back to his hometown Karachi to pursue …

Bellona (Goddess of War)Affaf Sheikh

"Life Begins At the End of Your Comfort Zone" When life becomes synonymous to battle and one ha…

Against all Odds Hira Ajaz

“Sara…Sara…?” “My life is over. Why God, why? Why would this happen to me? Rania tell them I do…

A Black Rose Among the Red Yusra Khan

Mehr is young, intelligent, and has chosen to live life on her terms. A high achiever and a com…

Chasing the Dreams Yusra Mustafa

“She felt so ashamed when she was introduced to her siblings as a servant of house. Everything …

Top Rated In Love and Pain Shizza Malik

He scoffs. "Since when does a Hijra get to attend parties?" In a world of being used for pleasu…

Glass Ceilings Sabah Shahid

Self respect arises from the awareness of self worth. But what if all of that depends on your f…

#WeToo - Fiction Book on Reproductive Health Awareness

#WeToo is a powerful fiction book on reproductive health that reflects the narrow and suffocati…

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The Broken Wings of Forgiveness

by richard shekari

Michael, a humble, devoted, kind husband and a caring father was struck by a tragedy that weakens his faith in good. He abandons everything to seek and to serve cold justice to those behind it. As he joins forces with a powerful a…

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Perils of Candy Cuthway richard shekari

A young and vibrant woman finds herself ensnared in a web of fantasy, as circumstance leads her…

The Broken Wings of Forgiveness richard shekari

Michael, a humble, devoted, kind husband and a caring father was struck by a tragedy that weake…

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English Contemporary Fiction books — common questions

What are the best English Contemporary Fiction books by Pakistani authors?

Rated highest by readers on Daastan: In Love and Pain (5.0/5 from 6 readers), The Sky We Own (5.0/5 from 4 readers) and Broken Strings (5.0/5 from 3 readers).

Which English Contemporary Fiction book should I read first?

The most-read titles on this shelf are Of Shame and Secrets- Domestic Abuse & Trauma Survivor Story, The Lies that Comfort Us and Kausar Bibi — a fair place to start if you are new to English contemporary fiction.

Who are the English Contemporary Fiction authors on Daastan?

Among the most published on this shelf are richard shekari, Sadaf Shahzad, Affaf Sheikh and Ayesha Ashraf. Every author has a profile with their full catalogue.

Are there Urdu Contemporary Fiction books as well?

Yes — 17 Urdu contemporary fiction books, alongside the 28 English titles on this shelf.

Which English Contemporary Fiction books can I read for free?

10 books on this shelf can be read free on Daastan. See the free English contemporary fiction books, or browse everything free to read.

Are English Contemporary Fiction books available as e-books?

3 titles are available to read on any device, delivered instantly. Browse the English contemporary fiction e-books — buy one from its own page and it is yours to read straight away.

How much do English Contemporary Fiction books cost?

Print editions run from Rs 500 to Rs 2,500, averaging about Rs 860. Delivery is across Pakistan, cash on delivery available.

What do readers say about English Contemporary Fiction books on Daastan?

86 readers have rated books on this shelf, averaging 4.5 out of 5. Reviews are written by verified readers and sit on each book’s page.

What are some memorable lines from English Contemporary Fiction books?

“Even though we were really close, she always had this one last layer of toughness, always trying to seem nonchalant, distant, never really showing …” — Lenses & Letters - Book About Friendship for Adults
“Just because someone abandoned you does not mean that you are unworthy of love.” — Letters To The Soul
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How many English Contemporary Fiction books are on Daastan?

28 published English contemporary fiction titles by Pakistani authors, with new books added as they are published.