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What You Might Catch Me Reading
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items Unlike most people in their 20s, I avoid many of the fiction books like the plague. Overly cheesy romance isn't really my thing either. If you're like me, here's a collection of books based on history, realism, and some imagination. And if you're a M...
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Historical Fiction
Classics
Modern & Post Modern
Journal
Short Stories
Poetry
Historical Fiction
Books that combine history with fiction.
Khaled Hosseini’s The Kite Runner is a powerful story of friendship, betrayal, and the lifelong search for redemption. Set against the shifting landscape of Afghanistan’s recent history, it follows Amir and Hassan—two boys whose bond is shattered by ...
The Kite Runner (10th Anniversary Edition) by Khaled Hosseini, Paperback
Khaled Hosseini’s A Thousand Splendid Suns is a sweeping, heartbreaking story of two Afghan women whose lives, though generations apart, become bound by fate, resilience, and love. Against the backdrop of war-torn Kabul, Mariam and Laila endure loss,...
A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khalid Hosseini | Paperback
Classics
Timeless books of English literature.
J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit is a timeless adventure that follows Bilbo Baggins, an unassuming hobbit who is swept into a quest with a band of dwarves and the wizard Gandalf. What begins as a reluctant journey soon becomes a tale of courage, wit, and ...
The Hobbit | Paperback
A timeless tale of love, misunderstandings, and social expectations, following Elizabeth Bennet as she deals with family, society, and matters of the heart. I have always loved Elizabeth’s wit and independent nature, and it’s relatable how many of th...
Pride and Prejudice (Barnes & Noble Collectible Editions) by Jane Austen ...
The story of Charlie Bucket, a kind-hearted boy who wins a golden ticket to Willy Wonka’s magical chocolate factory. Full of wonder, surprises, and lessons on character. Beware: You might need a big supply of chocolate on the side to get through this...
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl, Quentin Blake, Paperback
The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald explores love, wealth, and the illusion of the American Dream, showing how chasing dreams, especially the ones tied to love and status, can leave you empty. Still relevant in today's capitalist world!
The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald, Paperback
Modern & Post Modern
Favourites books from the modern and post modern era.
A heartwarming picture book about being different, finding yourself, and learning to love who you are. Told through Peet Montzingo’s humorous and empathetic perspective, it’s full of laughter, life lessons, and beautiful illustrations. I love how it ...
Little Imperfections: A Tall Tale of Growing Up Different
The story of Elizabeth as she survives school life with mischief, curiosity, and a knack for getting into (and out of) trouble. Charming, fun, and full of childhood adventures.
The Naughtiest Girl in The School (Book 1) by Enid Blyton
Easy-to-read prose about emotions, grief, and making peace with nothingness. Very relatable!
If I Already have Nothing by Alana Kirby | Paperback
The best kind of psychological thriller! One that will make you question reality. Perfect for anyone who enjoys a murder mystery layered with childhood trauma, it pulls you deep into the mind of Alicia Berenson, whose silence is more haunting than an...
The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides, Paperback
Journal
Personal diaries / journals of authors.
Raw, complete, and haunting. Reading this book feels like seeing everything from Plath's view. And it may be shockingly relatable too!
The Unabridged Journals of Sylvia Plath | Paperback
Short Stories
Short but meaningful!
A bittersweet tale of love, sacrifice, and the cruelty of human shallowness. It contains lessons for those who can reach its depth.
The Nightingale and the Rose | Oscar Wilde | Paperback
A man sits in a cage, refusing food, while strangers gather to watch. What begins as a spectacle slowly spirals into the dark abyss of obsession, pride, and a hunger that goes beyond the body. It’s unsettling, sad, and deeply symbolic. Kafka captures...
A Hunger Artist by Franz Kafka
A chance meeting on a train, polite smiles, and a twist hidden behind handcuffs. In just a few pages, O. Henry pulls you into a moment where appearances deceive and kindness wears an unexpected face.
Hearts and Hands (Illustrated) by O. Henry | eBook
Franz Kafka’s The Metamorphosis is a haunting tale of transformation, alienation, and the fragile bonds of family. When Gregor Samsa awakens one morning to find himself changed into a monstrous insect, his world collapses into absurdity and estrangem...
The Metamorphosis|Paperback
A timeless tale of kindness and sacrifice, following the statue of the Happy Prince who, with the help of a loyal swallow, gives away his precious jewels to help the poor. A beautiful story about generosity, compassion, and seeing the world with a ca...
Happy Prince by Oscar Wilde, Paperback
A dark, unsettling story about faith, doubt, and the hidden side of human nature. Through the journey of Young Goodman Brown into the forest, Hawthorne explores how easily trust can be shaken when one confronts the possibility of universal sin. What ...
Young Goodman Brown by Nathaniel Hawthorn | Paperback
A hauntingly beautiful tale that blurs the line between art and life. What begins as a simple discovery of a portrait turns into something deeply unsettling, as the story reveals the cost of obsessive devotion to art.
The Oval Portrait by Edgar Allan Poe | Paperback
Poetry
My favourite poetry books.
Nejma by Nayyirah Waheed is a powerful collection of poetry about love, loss, identity, and the resilience of people of colour. Her words are raw yet healing, written in her beautifully minimalist style.
Nejma by Nayyirah Waheed
Pakistani Literature in English
English novels written by writers of Pakistani origin.
Set during the Partition of India in 1947, this powerful novel follows the experiences of Lenny, a young Parsi girl, as she witnesses the horrors, upheaval, and human resilience of a divided society. A moving story about innocence, courage, and the i...
Ice Candy Man - by Bapsi Sidhwa
The depth and elegence of Unnahar's poetry lies in the simplicity of her words. I love how she covers a range of topics, and I resonate with most of her poems. The way she uses ordinary objects such as buildings to explore abstract concepts like love...
Yesterday I was the Moon by Noor Unnahar | Paperback
A beautiful combination of poetry and visual art on grief, loss, identity, and family. Relatable!
New Names for Lost Things by Noor Unnahar | Paperback
Must-Read Books for Muslims
Informative books for Muslims and anyone who wants to learn about Islam.
A highly detailed and enlightening biography of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). You shouldn't miss out on this one!
The Sealed Nectar | Biography of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) by Darussalam Publishers
This diary is a book of beautiful reminders for Muslim women. The contents are divided into sections: “Haya,” “Nafs,” “Sabr,” and “Obedience,” so there's something for everyone.
A Muslim Woman's Diary by Sumaya Amiri, Paperback
A highly detailed book on the major and minor signs before the day of judgement.
The Signs Before the Day of Judgement by Ibn Kathir | Paperback