Daastan
A publishing house in Pakistan, working in Urdu and English since 2016. We take a book from manuscript to ISBN, print and bookshelf — and pay the author a royalty on every copy sold.
978-627-526 · 978-969-696
Authors published by Daastan
30 of 475 — a different few every visit
Out in the world
book launches, festivals and literary eveningsAbout Daastan
Daastan exists because talent has never been the scarce thing in Pakistan — access has. A writer with a finished manuscript and no contacts had nowhere obvious to take it, and we set out to be that place.
We handle a book end to end: editing, cover and interior design, an ISBN from our own registered block, printing, and distribution to bookshops and online. Royalties are paid on every copy sold and tracked on a dashboard the author can open any day of the week.
A book does not end at the printer, so neither do we. Launches, literary evenings and festival appearances put our writers in front of readers, and a title stays on sale long after its publication day.
Authors who published with Daastan
An excellent publishing house with a team of cheerful people that is ever ready to help emerging writers for the love of literature. Wish you success to infinity and beyond!See the original post
Their coordination is very humble and relaxing. The quality of work really impressed me and I would highly recommend Daastan to writers and all who are linked with art or writing.See the original post
Their solid commitment to facilitate emerging writers in Pakistan is worth every ounce of praise. Immensely happy and grateful to have my first book published through this commendable publisher that is truly one-of-a-kind in the country.See the original post
In the press
Interviews, launch coverage and reviews of books we published.
The Song of Waves by Ayesha Khalid - Daastan
Aysha Khalid is a Turkish poet, she does not believe in the boundaries of language to express herself or her imagination. That’s the reason, she has chosen a Pakistani publishing company ‘Daastan’ to publish her collection of poems.
Naveed Ahmad’s Bay Nateeja: Deep Reflections with Daastan
Discover the journey of Naveed Ahmad, an educator and poet . His debut book, Bay Nateeja, published by Daastan, explores deep human emotions.
حوالۂ عشق ازسلمان ظہور - Daastan
سلمان کا شعری اسلوب بےحد رواں اور منفرد ہے۔ اس کتاب میں ان کی یہی خوبی نمایاں ہے۔ انھوں نے بہت سے موضوعات پر قلم اٹھایا ہے اور ان کے ہر شعر میں شاعری سے محبت جھلکتی ہے۔یہی نہیں بلکہ وہ کمال کی منظرنگاری پیش کرنے کا بھی ہنر جانتے ہیں
Dialogue With Diary: Bisma Jatoi’s Journey with Daastan
In this interview, Bisma Jatoi, a CSS officer and writer, shares her passion for writing and her experience publishing with Daastan.
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.
Aqleem Fatimah: "Ishq Ilham Hai" Spiritual Poetry with Daastan. - Daastan
An insightful interview with Aqleem Fatimah on Ishq Ilhaam Hai, discussing love, her writing inspiration, and her journey with daastan.
Khalid Salamat's Larger Than Life With Daastan
In this Daastan interview, Khalid Salamat shares his journey, decades in consumer marketing, and how life shapes his writing.
Maria Maqsood's Fantasy Adventure Novel With Daastan - Daastan
Maria Maqsood shares her journey as a first-time author, the magic of Phantusia, and what inspired Whispers of the Valley's Phoenix Series.
Launching ceremony of 'From Partition to Pioneer' held
LAHORE: The launching ceremony of a book titled "From Partition to Pioneer”, "focusing on the life and services of...
Books by Daastan
585 titles
What readers say
about books from this publisherThe book is enthusiastic and the climax is literally so heart touching when both his mothers died. The story was all around his weirdness. In start, it seemed like if the main character, Hodder, was a villain but he came out so heoric! I ligid love this book. You should really order one hardcopy. ????????
Thought-provoking, bold and honest. One of the rare gems to find especially coming from a Pakistani origin. The writing is excellent. Beautifully executed; a must read short story.
Surpassed my expectations amazingly. Any aspiring scientist or engineer can learn something from this. The book elaborates well on the intricate subject of technology and is a must read for anyone who wants to learn anything new or just get into tech
From their books
Submissions
Open to submissions
- Type
- Self publisher
- Languages
- Urdu, English
- Preferred genres
- Fiction, Poetry, Non-fiction, Children
- Submission cycle
- Rolling — read all year
Submission guidelines
Send a synopsis, sample chapters, an author bio.
By e-mail to submissions@daastan.com.
We are looking for Urdu fiction from new writers this year. Tell us in one paragraph why this book, and why now.
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