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Nemrah Ahmed Niazi | |
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Born | 9 September 1990 Bhakkar, Pakistan |
Nationality | Pakistani |
Occupation(s) | Writer Novelist |
Website | nemrahahmad zanjabeel |
Nemrah Niazi (pen name: Nemrah Ahmed; born 9 September 1990 in Bhakkar, Pakistan) is a Pakistani Urdu language novelist and author. She is originally from Mianwali.
Nemrah Ahmad published her first novel Mere Khuab, Mere Jugnu at the age of 16 in 2007 in Shuaa Digest, a women's monthly magazine, which later got published as a hardcover book. After obtaining her Master's degree in English Literature, she undertook writing as a full-time job. [1] She has written 12 novels till date. Each novel carries different themes than others. Her breakthrough novel was Mus'haf, which was Best Selling Urdu Book at New Delhi World Book Fair 2017. [2]
Nemrah Ahmad has a unique style of incorporating the Qur'an and its verses in her writings. Her works are known for their thorough research and exploration of various themes and styles. She earned a place on The News Women Power 50 list for three consecutive years.[ citation needed ]
In March 2016, Nemrah Ahmad launched her own bookstore, Zanjabeel. [3] The name "Zanjabeel" is derived from the Arabic word for ginger and represents one of the springs in Jannah. In this context, water symbolizes Wahi Ilahi (divine revelation), Ilm (knowledge), and wisdom. Thus, this bookstore being the source of knowledge and wisdom "Zanjabeel," signifies a small spring of enlightenment. [4]
Nemrah Ahmad has authored 12 books, short stories, and novels till date. She is currently working on her book Maala. [5]
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