Links to read Alif online (By Umera Ahmed)

I understand that Alif is not just a novel, it is a phenomenon that has gripped the Urdu speaking people across the globe. While some are content by simply watching the drama; others want to enjoy the literary experience as well. There is good news for all. Umera’s website uabooksonline.com has shared Alif in various…

5 Reasons to watch Alif Drama (Geo TV)

I am looking forward to watching Alif Drama (Geo TV). It is written by Umera Ahmed. The novel is already published in April 2019 and is immensely popular amongst Urdu readers. I prefer not to watch the screen adaptation of a book. It is generally very loosely based on the original story and often the…

Book Review: Alif – Episode #12 (Finale) (By Umera Ahmed)

The 12th and final episode is out. It is 29 pages long. I have included the link to read the episode online at the end of this post. Summary The episode is generally about tying the loose ends and there are some revelations. Don’t worry, I am not going to spoil the story for you….

Book Review: Alif – Episode #11 (By Umera Ahmed)

The 11th episode is released on 29th May, 2019. It is 38 pages long. You can find the link to read online below. I would still request you to read the review, and leave comments. That’s what I get in return. Here goes. Summary The episode starts with yet another letter, from Qalb-eMomin to Allah….

Book Review: Alif – Episode #10 (By Umera Ahmed)

The 10th episode is released on 1 May, 2019. It is 48 pages long. You can find the link to read online below. I would still request you to read the review, and leave comments. That’s what I need in return. Here goes. Summary The episode starts with yet another letter, from Husn-e-Jahan to Abdul…

Book Review: Alif – Episode #9 (By Umera Ahmed)

The ninth episode is released on 1 April, 2019. It is 35 pages long. You can find the link to read online below. I would still request you to read the review, and leave comments. That’s what I need in return. Here goes. Summary The episode starts with yet another letter, but from a different…

Book Review: Alif – Episode #8 (By Umera Ahmed)

The eighth episode is released on 1 March, 2019. *** Summary The episode starts with a letter from Husn-e-Jehan to Sultan. The rest of the episodes revolves around Qalb-e-Momin and Momina. Their circle in narrowing. They travel together, without saying a single word to each other. The constant talks of Momina’s success bothers Momin, to…

Book Review: Alif – Episode #7 (By Umera Ahmed)

The seventh episode is released on 2 February, 2019. *** Summary The episode starts with a diary entry by Taha. He sits down to do calligraphy but can’t focus on anything, except being mesmerised by the beauty of Husn-e-Jehan. Abdul Alaa narrates the story to Qalb-e-Momin – a tale of love between Taha and Husn-e-Jehan….

Book Review: Alif – Episode #6 (By Umera Ahmed)

The sixth episode is out. The episode starts with a letter from Sultan to Husn-e-Jehan. It reveals that the names of their kids Momin and Momina were pre-decided. It is evident that Sultan was not just a makeup artist for Husn-e-Jehan, but also an admirer and loved her. It also hints on a mistake of…

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Dear Book Lovers, A couple of my books are on a free promotion on Amazon. Grab your copy and review, please 🙂 Your feedback means a lot. Offer Period: 12-Dec -2018 to 15-Dec-2018 These short stories are free on Amazon (Kindle Edition). यह मेरा इंडिया – https://amzn.to/2C6Hgcq My Aadhar My Identity: A Humorous Story Of…

Book Review: Alif – Episode #5 (By Umera Ahmed)

The fifth episode is out. *** The fifth episode starts with a letter from Qalb-e-Momin to Allah. This episode delves deeper into the mystery named Qalb-e-Momin. This episode sheds light on why he has become the atheist and woman objectifier that he is today. Momin’s track sees him backlash on Neha for pestering him to…

Happy Urdu Day

  !السلام علیکم جمعہ مبارک۔۔۔ جمعہ کا دن ہے، یعنی کہ یومِ بریانی۔ ابھی ابھی جب ہم  دسترخون پر بریانی کے مزے لوٹ رہے تھے، تو میرے بھائی نے پوچھا۔ “یومِ اردو پر کچھ لکھا نہیں؟” جی ہاں۔ مجھے اکثر چھیڑا جاتا ہے ، لیکن میں برا نہیں مانتی۔ اور یہ تو برا ماننے والی…

First Look: Love At First Shoot (Urdu)

Title: وہ پہلی بار جب ہم ملے Subtitle: لو ایٹ فرسٹ شوٹ Series: Happily Ever After #3 Summary: چوبیس سالہ بلال خان پاکستان ٹی وی اور فلم انڈسٹری کا ابھرتا ہوا سٹار تھا۔میرا بھٹّی یو کے سے آئی ہوئی ایک سکرپٹ رائٹر تھی۔ ایک کیوٹ سی لو سٹوری  جو دو بہت ٹیلنٹیڈ لوگوں کو آپس میں ٹکرا…

First Look: Love At First Shoot (Hindi)

Title: वो पहली बार जब हम मिले: लव एट फर्स्ट शूट   Subtitle: (हॅप्पिली एवर आफ्टर Book 3) Category: (Hindi Edition) Kindle Edition Summary: चौबीस साला बिलाल ख़ान पाकिस्तान टीवी और फ़िल्म इंडस्ट्री का उभरता हुआ स्टार था। मीरा भट्टी यू के से आई हुई एक स्क्रिप्ट राईटर थी। एक क्यूट सी लव स्टोरी जो दो बहुत…

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Dear Book Lovers, A couple of my books are on a free promotion on Amazon. Grab your copy and review, please 🙂 Your feedback means a lot. अनोखा माज़ी (मुहब्बत यूं भी होती है Book 3) (Hindi Edition) अनोखे हमसफ़र (मुहब्बत यूं भी होती है Book 4) (Hindi Edition) Al Muqtadir (The Omnipotent) – Episode…

Are you a Kindle Unlimited user?

Are you a Kindle Unlimited user? Why do I ask? Cuz I am and I wanted to share my experience so far. Kindle Unlimited offers millions of titles to read for free if you subscribe for their monthly, half-yearly or yearly plans. Per month’s subscription fee is Rs. 199, and it comes much cheaper if…

Book Review: Alif – Episode #1 (By Umera Ahmed)

Background & Review: Much like ‘Mann-o-salwa’ the first episode is about parallel tracks and a lot of characters. This episode had introduced a few characters; characters which are not necessarily named through the episode. There are four parallel tracks. A girl / woman named Jahan who’s writing a letter. She maybe Husn-e-Jahan; but I cannot…

First Look: Mohabbat Yun Bhi Hoti Hai (Urdu)

Title: محبت یوں بھی ہوتی ہے Author: Shabana Mukhtar Goodreads page for the book Shabana Mukhtar Email || Blog || Goodreads || Facebook || Amazon || Twitter