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.
آغاز زیستFaseehullah Irshadطاقتور ظالم کے ساتھ کھُلے عام جنگ کرنا کمزور مظلوم کے لیئے دنیا کا مشکل ترین فعل ہے۔ظا لم کے خل…
چاکلیٹ / Chocolate- Book About Childhood Trauma Afraz JabeenChocolate by Afraz Jabeen is a deeply moving book about childhood trauma that captures the trag…
اک کرن اندھیروں میں / Ik kiran andhero'n mai- Childhood Trauma Book Monaa Sohailاک کرن اندھیروں میں (Ik kiran andhero'n mai) by Monaa Sohail is a brave and necessary childhood…
ایک اور زویا / Aik aur Zoya- Social Issue & Awareness Novel for GirlsSarah OmerLooking for a social issues Urdu novel? ایک اور زویا (Aik Aur Zoya) by Sarah Omer is a simple y…
مستئ احوال / Masti-e-Ehwal - Spiritual Poetry Book in UrduAiman SabirMasti-e-Ehwal (مستئ احوال) by Aiman Sabir is a profound spiritual poetry book in Urdu that expl…
دیوانہ / Dewana - Romantic Short Story in UrduYamna NoorDewana by Yamna Noor is a deeply emotional romantic short story book in Urdu that explores the …
محبت گستاخ ہوتی ہے - Poems Book About Hard Times Faiza KayaniPreorder Price: Rs. 500/- (with shipping) Muhabbat Gustaakh Hoti Hai by Faiza Kayani is a deepl…
Rehnuma - Inspirational Story Book in Urdu Hasan AhmedRehnuma by Hasan Ahmed is a powerful inspirational story book in Urdu that highlights the true …
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Ghungroo- Urdu Novel About Identity
Ghungroo by Amna Shehzadi is a powerful Urdu novel about identity that explores who we truly are beyond name, wealth, and family background. In this story, Amna Shehzadi shows that a person’s real shanakht (identity) is shaped by …
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یقین ساحل گماں سمندرFatimah Ambreenزندگی میں آزمائشیں تو آتی ہیں سب ہی کی زندگی حادثات اور تجربات کا مرکب ہوتی ہے مگر ہم نے اس مشک…
Tum door nazar aae - Urdu Romance Novel Saira IqbalTum Door Nazar Aae by Saira Iqbal is a compelling Urdu romance novel that dives into the psycho…
وادئ نیلا / Waadi e Neela - Fantasy Fiction Book in UrduAfraz JabeenRs.150 shipping applies for orders within Pakistan. Waadi e Neela (وادئ نیلا) by Afraz Jabeen i…
اکیلاپنHasan Qureshiاکیلاپن، ہاں یہ ضرروری ہے- انسان جتنا بھی اپنے دوستوں یا اپنے بیوی بچوں سے پیار کرتا ہو، اسے کچ…
Rah-e-Wasl (راہِ وصل) - Spiritual Novel in Urdu Fiza Baloch300 PKR (including delivery) Rah-e-Wasl (راہِ وصل) is a spiritual novel in Urdu that beautifull…
داستان اِک نئی / Daastan Ik Nayi - Fantasy Story Book in UrduMubashra KhanRs.150 shipping applies for orders within Pakistan. This fantasy story book in Urdu is a captiv…
فسوں کدہ / Fasoon Kada Gul ArbabRs. 150 shipping applies for orders within Pakistan. Fasoon Kada is one of the best Islamic nov…
امید رنگ / Umeed Rung - Short Islamic Novel Fatimah AmbreenRs. 150 shipping applies for orders within Pakistan. Umeed Rung / امید رنگ by Fatimah Ambreen i…
The book is really well written. I really feel that I was also travelling there at that moment. Very well informative for others who love to travel this book should be a travel guide for those. All words, phrases and sen…
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نوُر ازل / Noor e Azal - Inspirational Novel in UrduQuratulain Khuram HashmiRs.150 shipping applies for orders within Pakistan Noor e Azal by Quratulain Khuram Hashmi is a…
اصل داستان تم ہو / Asal Daastan Tum HuZainab TaqviRs. 150 shipping applies for orders within Pakistan Asal Daastan Tum Ho by Zainab Taqvi is a th…
مالا / Maala - Love Story Book in Urdu Diya KhanRs.150 shipping applies for orders within Pakistan Maala by Diya Khan is a heartfelt love story…
وراثت / Wirasat - Sci Fi Magic Fantasy Book in UrduKosar NazWirasat is a thought-provoking sci fi magic book that masterfully blends science, magic, and hu…
Roshni K Deep - Tragic Stories Book in Urdu Farheen Naz TariqRoshni K Deep by Farheen Naz Tariq is a deeply moving realistic stories book that captures the …
ماریا، مالا اور کشمالہ / Maria, Maala Aur KashmaalaAlishba AnamRs.150 shipping applies for orders within Pakistan Maria, Maala, and Kashmaala is a compelling …
کہانی جبریل کی / Kahani Jibreal Ki - Emotional Urdu Novel Sonia MukhtarRs. 150 shipping applies for orders within Pakistan Kahani Jibraeel Ki is an emotional Urdu nov…
شہزادہ طائوس اور سیاہ وادی کا راز / Shehzada Taos Aur Siyah Wadi Ka RaazNoor Us SabaRs.150 shipping applies for orders within Pakistan Step into a world of magic, power, and self-…
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“جب دل ٹوٹے تو انسان کسی نہ کسی طرح خود کو سنبھال ہی لیتا ہے، پر جب روح تار تار ہو جائے تو ایک بار تو انسان مر ہی جاتا ہے۔”Read the Book
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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 Romance (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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