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.
Whitestar - Superhero Fiction BookZoya S. A. AnsariPreoder price: 600 PKR Set against the vibrant yet shadowed streets of Lahore, Whitestar is a c…
Savior - Science Fiction Thriller Novel aaina batoolSavior is a gripping science fiction novel and an engaging superhero story book set in a world …
The Amorphous Horror: A Morbid Tale #2Zachery MillerLaura sits for a while and listens to Grandpa Kallembach’s stories of Nazi Germany. His tale re…
The Shopkeep: A Morbid Tale #1Zachery MillerCindy and Rachel break into a creepy old antiques and oddities shop. They’re just there for a s…
The Gift of UnderstandingAwais ShahA grave catastrophe is about to befall the futuristic version of Islamabad if the military hero…
Flawless - Book on Imperfection Maha Tariq10% OFF! To live a beautiful life is an art, but to live that life while embracing every crack,…
The Walled City of Bunyaad - Thriller Fiction Book Omar IftikharThe Walled City of Bunyaad by Omar Iftikhar is a gripping thriller fiction book set in the haun…
Revamp and WInMaaz KhawajaPre-order (within Pkaistan): PKR 700. Outside Pakistan: $15. * No COD applicable in pre-order p…
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Prism of Ashes
“Even a donkey’s face is better than her cleft lip and repugnant features.”Hajra has hidden her face throughout her life because of such comments. The situation might have been different too if she belonged to the kind of rich fam…
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The Cherry blossom tree and a laptop - Crime Fiction BookKanwal ShariqA gripping crime fiction book set in the year 2030, this story explores a time when rapid techn…
I am WeAnam Sajid10% OFF! The theoretical perspective that inspired I Am We is by Félix Guattari and Gilles Dele…
Irregular Verb List with Roman MeaningMasroor ZaidiThe book is designed to cater the needs of English learners around the globe. It comprises the …
Introduction to AlgaeMehwish JafferAlgae are simple plants that can range from the microscopic (microalgae), to large seaweeds (ma…
The Hours of the DevilAhsan YousafThe hours of the devil is a story about a boy who has stitched the past to his existence like a…
Detective strangeUneeb MemonZaryab a Private detective was called on a mission by the Chief of Police Qamar Rehman. Qamar R…
Top RatedHabibiNisar Masoom10% OFF! ‘Habibi’ is a collection of 35 amorous and picturesque poetic verses sailing through v…
NanotechnologyShabnum ShaheenDiscover Nanotechnology by Dr. Farah Khan, Dr. Shabnum Shaheen and Qaria Naeem, an accessible r…
Masooma has written a very beautiful and emotional story about a young woman's struggle through depression. The story alternates between diary entries where the narrator encounters her painful emotions and the circumstan…
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Octoberness Syed Sami Shah10% OFF! Book Description: We all inherit a great poet in ourselves. We all share the legacy of…
It was the lovely and cold night of December 20. Rabail had been waiting for this night for the…
The Blood MoonAhmed Rik"O Father! O Sun! O Satan!" these lines haunted two teenager as they face the nightmare of thei…
Letters To The Soul Fatima Misbah*Pre-order (within Pakistan): PKR 850 Outside Pakistan: $15 Cash on delivery is not applicable …
Short Stories for ChildrenZeenat Iqbal HakimjeeAn exclusive collection of moral learning for children. This anthology takes your child on an e…
I Ruined Luigi's Election CampaignPseudo IntiqabA short story about a young outspoken student who moves back to his hometown Karachi to pursue …
Our Inauspicious StarsShoaib RashdiHaunted almost to the point of insanity by past memories, Shafi Rehman recalls an obsessive inf…
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“خدا سے محبت کرنے والا شخص اُس کے بندوں کے معاملات کو پیار، محبت سے سلجھائے گا اور اُن سے غلطی ہو جائے تو وہ معاف کر دینے کا رویہ اختیار کرے گا۔”Read the Book
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الفاظ کی طاقت از طوبیٰ ایمن - Daastan الفاظ کی طاقت از طوبیٰ ایمن Book Blogs
الفاظ بہت زیادہ طاقت رکھتے ہیں۔ لفظوں کی طاقت اوران کااثر ایک حقیقت ہے۔ ایک لفظ کسی کی پوری زندگی تبدیل کر دیتا ہے، الفاظ جہاں زندگی دیتے ہیں وہی زندگی چھین بھی لیتے ہیں اسی لیے کہتے ہیں الفاظ کا استعمال سوچ سمجھ کر کرنا چاہیے۔
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Six Murders In Seattle by Ekam Singh and Leyla Younas - Daastan
Six Murders in Seattle is a marvel of these superbly talented writers. In this book, they narrate a full suspense story about six back-to-back murders in a city called Seattle, and when the crime department could not able to handle this same pattern of murders, they asked for the officer, whose reputation is worse than criminals, as a last try to solve this mystery of murders.
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The Legacy of Neurosurgery Pioneer: Prof. Dr. Bashir Ahmad - Bashir Neuro Spine
From the turmoil of Partition to the operating rooms of Lahore, the legacy of neurosurgery pioneer Prof. Dr. Bashir Ahmad (1934–2014) stands as a timeless story of resilience, intellect, and devotion to humanity. His life’s work not only built the foundations of modern neurosurgery in Pakistan but also inspired generations of doctors to serve their homeland with […]
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 (38) 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?
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?
175 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 1,007. Delivery is across Pakistan, cash on delivery available.
What do readers say about these books?
890 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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“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?
456 published titles, with new books added as they are published.
Recently added to English Books
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