Short Stories
The age of Urdu Afsaana (short story) is not very long, but in a short span of time, it has emerged as one of the most important genres in Urdu literature. From the earliest fiction writers like Rashidu Khairi, Sajjad Haider Yaldram and Premchand to Manto, Ismat Chughtai, Bedi and Krishn Chandra, followed by modern-day writers, many have made this genre their prime means of creative expression and appreciatively enriched it. In this way, innumerable excellent works of fiction came to the fore in Urdu. At Rekhta, we’ve tried to make accessible for you this exquisite treasure at one place. Over here, find all of the best and most-acclaimed Urdu short-stories at one go!
Noted progressive critic, story writer and journalist; also edited an important literary journal "Aahung".
Noted novelist and story writer, famous for her novel Aangan; also a recipient of prestigious Adamji award.
Noted story writer from Pakistan; known for keen representations of social issues.
Prominent modernist fiction writer, known for his stories around existential issues; also the author of books on Marquez and Milan Kundera in Urdu.
Prominent fiction writer known for her stories on existential issues; also wrote a novel called "Kaaghazi Ghaat".
One of the important short story writers to emerge in the 70s; known for his iconoclasm.
One of the most prominent contemporary poets known for his unique love-poetry
A contemporary of Manto, associated with the Progressive Writers Movement, known for his stories of romance and social realism.
