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.
SanctuaryOutcast10% OFF! Sanctuary is a collection of griping stories about survival from authors all over the …
Volume 1 - LoveOutcastLove is the most important thing in the world. Volume 1 is dedicated to stories and poems from …
Chaos WithinUmang KumarPreoder Price (with free shipping) Rs. 550 (within Pakistan) USD 15 (outside Pakistan) Chaos wi…
The Freezing PointAyesha S. KhanPreorder Price with free shipping: Rs. 1000/- (Within Pakistan)20 USD (Outside Pakistan) "Those…
The Forbidden StorySyed Ommer AmerWhen a secret agent code named Angel, with his partner Hamza, walks past the blood drenched cor…
A Practical Guide To Herbaceous Flora Of District Lahore, PunjabShabnum ShaheenThis book gives the complete description of the herbaceous flora of District Lahore, Punjab. Th…
The Lies that Comfort UsSadaf Shahzad28 year old designer, Nayla, had sketched her life with perfection. She cannot grasp the rip in…
The Insefts of FrerbergSana ShahidAnnie Haider is miserable until she discovers a mysterious world where she not only finds solac…
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The Jewels of Urdu Poetry
The Jewels of Urdu Poetry is an Urdu poetry anthology book that introduces readers to the lives, works, and enduring legacies of Urdu's legendary poets. It is a tribute to the timeless voices that shaped one of the world's most be…
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Short Stories For AdultsZeenat Iqbal HakimjeeShort Stories For Adults is a collection of heart-felt tales which will take you back in time w…
THE COMA - Short StoryAhmad Bilal YousafzaiAdam Peters narrates the delusional story himself as he recovers from the state of comatose. He…
HossanaHafsaPreorder Price: Rs. 1000/- (free shipping at home) HOSSANA is a collection of prose poems with …
Kausar BibiNirmeen Maroof“Thud. Thud. Thud. Fists crashed on the wood. With each violent blow, the door threatened to un…
Of Shame and Secrets- Domestic Abuse & Trauma Survivor StoryDania ShahOf Shame and Secrets by Dania Shah is a heartbreaking novel that explores the deep scars left b…
The Blue Book- Emotional Poetry Book About Life Ahmed HasanEmotional Poetry Book About Life “The Blue Book” by Ahmed Hasan is an emotional poetry book abo…
Heroes & Villains- Best Dark Fantasy NovelArham BhaijiHeroes & Villains by Arham Bhaiji is one of the best dark fantasy novels for readers who enjoy …
The Dark Ruse- Psychological Mystery Book Ashutosh BansodeIf you are searching for a psychological mystery book, The Dark Ruse by Ashutosh Bansode is a d…
Perfection. This woman knows how to play around with words and keep you glued to the story. This is a story I am sure a lot of women will relate to and isn't that what makes a writer amazing and a story powerful? I would…
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The Black Feather- Book About Being DifferentFahad UbaidThe Black Feather by Fahad Ubaid is a powerful book about being different that explores identit…
The Irrevocable Thoughts- Thoughtful Poetry BookYumna AhadThe Irrevocable Thoughts by Yumna Ahad is a thoughtful poetry book that explores the power of t…
Predestination-Spiritual Destiny NovelWriter TalksPredestination by Writer Talks is an inspiring destiny novel that explores the beautiful plan o…
A Decade of DelightKayenat Hameed Khan10% OFF! Are you ready to immerse yourself in a world of a constant shift of focus from love, l…
The Secrets of SpringLareb Soomro10% OFF! Discover The Secrets of Spring by Lareb Soomro is a suspense filled horror story book …
The ocean of colliding thoughtsFaiza NasirPreder now @ Rs. 1000 “We are all sailors on a voyage to the ocean of colliding thoughts" We al…
Words 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…
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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 (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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The Mystery of the Disappearing Egyptian ReportsMuhammad Zaid BilalThe Mystery of the Disappearing Egyptian Reports by Muhammad Zaid Bilal is a gripping mystery-a…
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