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.
Ghungroo- Urdu Novel About Identity Amna ShehzadiGhungroo by Amna Shehzadi is a powerful Urdu novel about identity that explores who we truly ar…
شناخت- Identity Novel Monaa SohailDive into شناخت, a compelling identity novel written by Monaa Sohail in urdu, that explores the…
طمانیت / TamaniyatAiman RiazRs. 150 shipping applies for orders within Pakistan ربّ جلیل دلوں کے بھید جانتا ہے۔ انسان تو مح…
اپنے حصے کی شمعAdil Seemabاس کتاب میں شامل تمام مضامین ایسے موضوعات پر لکھے گئے ہیں جو ہمارے ہاں بالعموم علمی حلقوں مییں …
عشق کا مذہبHuma Hasanماڈرن فیمینزم ٹرینڈز کو چلینج کرتی ایک ایسی کہانی جس کا انجام قاری کو بہت کچھ سوچنے پر مجبور کر…
Jang-e-belma O Roman / جنگ بیلما ورومانDiya KhanRs. 150 shipping applies for orders within Pakistan Jang-e-Belma O Roman is a powerful war nove…
Iradat / اِرادت - Moral Philosophy Book Aiman RiazRs. 150 shipping applies for orders within Pakistan. Iradat (اِرادت) by Aiman Riaz is a thought…
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اودھ کے آنسو - Awadh k Aansoo
اودھ کے آنسو- Awdh Ke Aansu (Tears of Awadh) by Perveen Zubair is a powerful book on culture extinction, capturing the dying soul of the glorious Awadhi civilization. Set against the backdrop of a once-radiant cultural era, this b…
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Safar Mei HamsafarTehreem ArshadPrice: PKR 1500 only (including postage) Safar Mein Humsafar is a powerful social Urdu novel th…
آسیبی مکانات کی نادیدہ مخلوق - True Horror BookAlina IrfanPrice: PKR 500 only, including delivery. Aaseebi Makaanat Ki Nadeedah Makhlooq is a chilling tr…
Aik thi Zoya / ایک تھی زویا Sarah OmerRs. 150 shipping applies for orders within Pakistan . Aik Thi Zoya / ایک تھی زویا by Sarah Omer…
ماں تیرے نام - Poetry Book About Mother Sadia KhalilPrice: PKR 500 only, including delivery. “Maa Tere Naam” is a heartfelt poetry book about mothe…
اٹھائی گیری Muhammad Shahid Aliاس کتاب میں اردو طنز و مزاح پر مننی مضامین درج ہیں، جس میں حالات حاضرہ اور ذاتی مشاہدے اور تبصر…
بابِ دلFatima Imran Ahsanکیا ہوتا ہے جب دل پر مہر لگ جاتی ہے؟ کیا ہوتا ہے جب کوئی دُعا قبول نہ ہو اور شیطان آپ کو اِس قد…
Aik Lafz KionMuzammil Hussain KoraiDiscover Aik Lafz Kion (ایک لفظ “کیوں”) by Muzammil Hussain Korai, an Urdu popular-science book…
The writing was captivating,” “The characters were believable and I cared about them,” and “The plot had so many twists and turns I couldn't put the book down.” Specific praise helps to browse readers and get a better se…
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Nagufta/ناگفتہZindan زندانانسان ظاہر میں تو صرف ایک چہرہ رکھتا ہے لیکن اکسر اس کا باطن کئی چہروں پر مشتمل ہوتا ہے۔ اور بع…
بکهرے موتیIfra AhmedPrice: 800 PKR (within Pakistan with free shipping) .بکهرے موتی میری زندگی کے چند واقعات کا نچو…
میں اپنا ماضی ہوںRaja ShaheerPreorder Price: 950 PKR (with free shipping) اس جہان ممکنات میں ہر شخص کا حال اس کے ماضی کا مجم…
شہر غریباں کے خاموش باسیBisma iftikharاور کبھی کبھی اللہ حجت تمام کر چکا ہوتا ہے۔ ایک ہادی آ کر جا چکا ہوتا ہے۔ اور ہم کاملیت کے پییچ…
غمِ وارفتگیArsalan HussainIt's a thriller and suspense love story around 4 characters.Writer (Arsalan Hussain) described …
لال دوپٹہ/ Laal DupattaAmna ShehzadiRs. 150 shipping applies for orders within Pakistan باپ بیٹی کی محبت، ملنگ کی تڑپ اور مذہب کا ن…
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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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Poetry
117 books
Non-Fiction
52 books
Contemporary Fiction
45 books
Fantasy
43 books
Fiction
35 books
Self-Help/Motivation
33 books
Religious
32 books
Tragedy
31 books
Anthology
30 books
Drama
30 books
Sci-Fi & Horror
25 books
Mystery
24 books
Children Fiction
23 books
Romance
23 books
Biography
21 books
Research Work
21 books
Popular Fiction
20 books
Humour
12 books
History
7 books
Magazine
7 books
Medical
7 books
Travelogue
7 books
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