Urdu Books — اردو کتابیں
Novels, poetry and stories written in Urdu 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.
قصہ بابا بِگو - Qissa Baba Bigu - karbala book Zahra Nauman"قصہ بابا بِگو Qissa Baba Bigu" by Zahra Nauman is a Karbala book in Urdu that presents the sto…
!آؤ سرکس دیکھو یارو - Ao Circus Daikho Yaro!Syed masoodA circus has come to the city, and animals big and small are showing all kinds of tricks. Some …
کَھٹ پَٹ - Khat PatSyed masoodKhat Pat is a delightful siblings story book about everyday fights, quarrels, and fun moments b…
زندگی ایک کورونا - Zindagi Aik CoronaWaqar BakhshZindagi Aik Corona by Waqar Ahmed Bakhsh is a delightful funny story book in Urdu that brings l…
عرش کے تارے - Arsh k TarayMuhammad Jahangeer BadarArsh k Taray by Muhammad Jahangeer Badar is a fiction book about kindness that highlights the e…
سیاہی - SiyahiZarish IqbalSiyahi is my fourth book and my first prose book. As the name suggests, it is a philosophical b…
حرفِ تمنا - Harf e TamanaMumtaz H ChaudhryHurf-e-Tamanna is a beautifully written Urdu poetry book in which each verse carries a hidden m…
شام ٹھہر گئی - Sham Thehr GaiSyed Mohammad AzherSham Thehr Gai is an engagingly sweet poetry book about the poet’s expression of thoughts and e…
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شہزادہ طائوس اور سیاہ وادی کا راز / Shehzada Taos Aur Siyah Wadi Ka Raaz
Rs.150 shipping applies for orders within Pakistan Step into a world of magic, power, and self-discovery with this adventure Urdu novel that takes you far beyond imagination. This story follows Prince Tayus, a royal heir from the …
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بے ہنر - Bey HunarShehryar Akhter Ali KhayalThis social poetry book by Shehryar Akhtar Ali Khayal conveys a message of freedom of thought a…
#1 in Romanceطمانچہ - TamanchaSyeda Neha RizviSyeda Neha Rizvi wrote Tamancha as a novel about love and a tragic romance novel filled with th…
کچھ کہا کچھ سنا ہوتا - Kuch Kaha Kuch Suna HutaUsman GhaniKuch Kaha Kuch Suna Huta by Usman Ghani is a unique blend of a novel about depression and a spi…
وائس آف ڈیتھ (عمران سیریز) - Voice of death (Imran Series)Irfan MehmudVoice of Death is an Urdu spy novel by Irfan Mehmud and a thrilling addition to the iconic Imra…
دنیا کے رنگ - Duniya Kay RungUmm e BobiDuniya Kay Rung is a true life stories book that is a collection of narratives rooted in real e…
ملال زادی - Malaal ZadiAsma AhmedMalaal Zadi is a highly moving novel about a mother that tells the story of Gulhan, a woman who…
کمالؔ لمحے - Kamal LamhayKamalud DinKamal Lamhe is a poem book about morality that takes readers on a thoughtful journey through li…
ریگزار - RegzaarSumbul SeharThis poems book on life lessons by Sumbul Sehar is a rich and engaging collection that showcase…
"ملال زادی" کہانی ہے گلہان کی۔۔ جس نے ترکی کے خوبصورت قصبے "منیسا" میں آنکھ کھولی۔۔جس نے زندگی میں کبھی دکھ نہیں دیکھے تھے۔۔ لیکن حالات کی گردش اسے اسلام آباد لے آئی.. جہاں کئی نئی دشواریاں اور امتحان اسکے منتظر ہیں! قدر…
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ہمیں اللہ کافی ہے - Hamein ALLAH Kafi HaiWajahat AliAllah Is Sufficient for Us is the best Islamic book for readers looking for clear guidance root…
وہ چاند ہے میرا دل - wo Chand Hai Mera Dil- love story novel in Urdu Faiza EhtashamDiscover the heart-touching journey of love in وہ چاند ہے میرا دل Wo Chand Hai Mera Dil by Faiz…
مزید احمق پارے - Mazid Ahmaq Paray- Urdu Funny Story Book Irfan MehmudMazid Ahmaq Paray by Irfan Mehmud is an Urdu funny story book that delivers sharp humor, intell…
Azan-e-Naza / اذانِ نزعShahlla Ejaz RanaAzan-e-Naza / اذانِ نزع by Shahlla Ejaz Rana is a powerful book about Pakistan that explores th…
گول روٹی / Gol Roti- Feminist Book Rawish Ali Tirmizyگول روٹی / Gol Roti by Rawish Ali Tirmizy is a powerful feminist book that highlights the quiet…
القرآن الممدوح - سہ زبانی لغت (عربی سے اردو اور انگریزی) / Al Quran Al Mamdooh - Trilingual Dictionary (Arabic to Urdu & English) Khaula Atif KhanArabic to Urdu dictionary book, Al-Qur'an Al Mamdooh Trilingual Dictionary (Arabic to Urdu & En…
سفرِ زندگی / Safar e ZindagiKhatija YaseenDiscover سفرِ زندگی / Safar e Zindagi by Khatija Yaseen, a heartfelt journey of faith and resil…
ِاِک پرِ خیال / Ik Par e Khyal- Reflective Poetry Book About LifeMuneera QureshiIk Par e Khyal (اِک پرِ خیال) by Muneera Qureshi is a reflective poetry book in urdu that speak…
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“بھلا زندگی جیسے شعوری اورجذباتی تجربے کےبعد انسان اس سے پہلے جیسی کیفیت میں واپس کیسے جاسکتاہے؟ حتی ٰ کہ اگرموت کے بعد عدم بھی ہے تو یہ عدم زندگی سے پہلے کے عدم سے کچھ مختلف ہی ہوگا۔”Read the Book
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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 […]
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Urdu Books — common questions
What are the best books in Urdu?
Rated highest by readers on Daastan: لَو، لکھنؤ اور لاہور / Love, Lucknow Aur Lahore (5.0/5 from 13 readers), ز-ر-ش - Zay Ray Sheen - Positive Poetry (5.0/5 from 8 readers) and Darna Nahin Bachna He / ڈرنا نہیں بچنا ہے - Kids Book About COVID (5.0/5 from 8 readers).
What kinds of Urdu books are there?
The largest shelves are Poetry (42), Religious (21), Contemporary Fiction (17) and Popular Fiction (11). Every genre has its own Urdu page.
Which book should I read first?
The most-read titles here are میرا جسم میرا ہے / Mera Jism Mera Hai - Good Touch Bad Touch Book for Kids, لَو، لکھنؤ اور لاہور / Love, Lucknow Aur Lahore and Nagufta/ناگفتہ — a fair place to start.
Who writes in Urdu?
Among the most published here are Irfan Mehmud, Muhammad Jahangeer Badar, Fatimah Ambreen and Mudassir Majeed. Every author has a profile with their full catalogue.
Which of these books can I read for free?
33 books here can be read free on Daastan. See the free ones in Urdu, or browse everything free to read.
Are these available as e-books?
92 titles are available to read on any device, delivered instantly — no postage and no wait. Browse the e-books in Urdu — 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 20 to Rs 2,500, averaging about Rs 690. Delivery is across Pakistan, cash on delivery available.
What do readers say about these books?
350 readers have rated books here, averaging 4.7 out of 5. Reviews are written by verified readers and sit on each book’s page.
What are some memorable lines from these books?
“ایسے لوگ بہت کم پیدا ہوتے ہیں، اور جب چلے جاتے ہیں تو اپنے پیچھے صرف یادیں نہیں، بلکہ محبت، علم، اور کردار کی روشنی چھوڑ جاتے ہیں۔” — یادیں (Yaadain) - Life Changing Book
“دل یہ سوچ کر اداس سا ہو گیا کہ زندگی کیسی بے رحم ہے — جس کے پاس ہے، اُس کے پاس بہت ہے۔” — Musafir aur Manzile'n / مسافر اور منزلیں - Urdu travelogue book
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“دل یہ سوچ کر اداس سا ہو گیا کہ زندگی کیسی بے رحم ہے — جس کے پاس ہے، اُس کے پاس بہت ہے۔” — Musafir aur Manzile'n / مسافر اور منزلیں - Urdu travelogue book
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How many books are there in Urdu?
189 published titles, with new books added as they are published.
Recently added to Urdu Books
Dairon ka SafarMuhammad IqbalWhat if every journey we take only brings us back to where we began? Dairon ka Safar by Muhamma…
Baba e AnatomySeemaa MustansarBaba e Anatomy by Seemaa Mustansar is a heartfelt biography book on father of anatomy, written …
Aiban wala - Urdu and Punjabi Poetry BookImran KhanAibaan Wala is an Urdu and Punjabi poetry book that invites readers to experience the richness …
Aghaz - Urdu Adventure NovelKajal Abdul rehmanAghaz by Kajal Abdul Rehman is a captivating Urdu adventure novel that takes readers on a myste…
Daastan e Hayaat- Poetry Book on FeelingsEman SiddiquiDaastan e Hayaat by Eman Siddiqui is a profound poetry book on feelings that captures the very …
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30 books
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