{"id":9798,"date":"2026-04-12T10:55:34","date_gmt":"2026-04-12T10:55:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/?p=9798"},"modified":"2026-04-26T09:33:11","modified_gmt":"2026-04-26T09:33:11","slug":"author-faiza-anum","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/author-faiza-anum\/","title":{"rendered":"Faiza Anum: \u201cOf Leaves and Longing\u201d Poetry on Trees with Daastan"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"9798\" class=\"elementor elementor-9798\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-ed07b5f elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"ed07b5f\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-bd35bd0\" data-id=\"bd35bd0\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-629ce47 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"629ce47\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>From Roots to Reflection: Of Leaves and Longing<\/h2>\n<p>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.meraqissa.com\/book\/2215\">Of Leaves and Longing: An Anthology of Tree Poems<\/a>,\u201d published by<a href=\"https:\/\/daastan.com\/\"> Daastan<\/a>, is a nature-inspired poetry book curated by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.meraqissa.com\/faiza%20anum\">Faiza Anum<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>This anthology is thoughtful and introspective, offering readers a calm and immersive experience. It explores themes of nature, self-reflection, and renewal, and gently encourages readers to pause and reconnect with the deeper rhythms of life.<\/p>\n<p>In a recent interview with <a href=\"https:\/\/daastan.com\/\">Daastan<\/a>, Faiza reflects on her literary journey, sharing insights into compiling the anthology and the inspiration behind its evocative poetry.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-a1fc4e9 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"a1fc4e9\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-11479e7\" data-id=\"11479e7\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-701b786 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"701b786\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DXgo63dgt_v\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\" style=\" background:#FFF; 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font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DXgo63dgt_v\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\">A post shared by Daastan | Book Publishing (@mydaastan)<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote>\r\n<script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-1a98360 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"1a98360\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-42d5bdf4\" data-id=\"42d5bdf4\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-23d9aeb3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"23d9aeb3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Faiza Anum: The Author Behind \u201cOf Leaves and Longing\u201d<\/span><\/h2><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.meraqissa.com\/faiza%20anum\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Faiza Anum<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a lecturer in the Department of English at Lahore College for Women University in Lahore, Pakistan. She delves into poetry, creative non-fiction, and translation, showcasing her deep connection with modern literary expression.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Faiza\u2019s work has been published in several respected international and national platforms.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Her work has been featured in:<br \/>Essential Voices: A Covid-19 Anthology (West Virginia University Press), White Kites over Gaza, Woven Tales of Palestine (North Meridian Press, US) The Pinch Journal (US), Transnational Literature (Australia), Stoneboat Literary Journal (US), The Lake (UK), The Stonecoast Review (US), The Waggle (Canada), Raft Magazine (US), The Ghazal Page (Canada), Eastern Structures (Canada), Pakistani Literature (Pakistan Academy of Letters) and elsewhere<br \/><\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Her poetry has also been recognized in competitive literary circles, where she was a finalist for prestigious awards, including GLISH, a special project by the University of Memphis (USA), and the Open Road Review Poetry Prize 2015.<\/span><\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.meraqissa.com\/book\/2215\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of Leaves and Longing<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> marks her first experience as an editor of a poetry anthology.<\/span><\/p><h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of Leaves and Longing: An Anthology of Tree Poems<\/span><\/h2><div class=\"td-paragraph-padding-5\"><p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-9803\" src=\"https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/of-leaves-and-longings-189x300.jpg\" alt=\"of leaves and longing_poetry book on trees\" width=\"189\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/of-leaves-and-longings-189x300.jpg 189w, https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/of-leaves-and-longings-150x238.jpg 150w, https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/of-leaves-and-longings.jpg 263w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 189px) 100vw, 189px\" \/><\/p><\/div><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When we asked Faiza to share her thoughts about her book, she shared:<\/span><\/p><h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u201cEach poem in this anthology invites the reader to pause, reflect, and grow, like walking through a grove where every leaf carries a memory and reaches toward the sky.\u201d<\/span><\/h4><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">She also shared an overview of her anthology:<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Originating from a creative writing drill at Lahore College for Women University, the anthology Of Leaves and Longing: An Anthology of Tree Poems brings together tender poems on and about trees.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Organized into three sections, the anthology moves from themes of rootedness and belonging, through introspection and observation, to hope, transformation, and renewal, portraying trees as silent witnesses to life\u2019s various shades.<\/span><\/p><h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What inspired Faiza Anum to write \u201cOf Leaves and Longing\u201d?<\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When we asked Faiza about the inspiration behind her anthology. She answered:<\/span><\/p><h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cIn a world moving at 10x the usual pace, I have long contemplated creating an anthology of poems that offers a moment of pause, a deliberate hiatus from the rush of daily life. Of Leaves and Longing was inspired by the desire to provide readers with a space to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with the quieter rhythms of emotion, thought, and nature.\u201d<\/span><\/h4><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">She continued to explain:<\/span><\/p><h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cThis anthology presents trees not merely as part of the landscape, but as steadfast companions, silent witnesses, and essential guides through memory, introspection, and renewal. The anthology thus invites readers to pause, find resonance in shared emotions, and discover hope and growth amid life\u2019s constant motion.\u201d<\/span><\/h4><div class=\"td-paragraph-padding-5\"><p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-9849\" src=\"https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/leaves-1-300x300.webp\" alt=\"of leaves and longing_ms book about trees\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/leaves-1-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/leaves-1-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/leaves-1-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/leaves-1-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/leaves-1-696x696.webp 696w, https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/leaves-1-1068x1068.webp 1068w, https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/leaves-1.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p><\/div><h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Daastan as the Book Publisher of \u201cOf Leaves and Longing\u201d<\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201c<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.meraqissa.com\/book\/2215\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of Leaves and Longing<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201d is published by <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/daastan.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Daastan<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a leading book publishing house in Pakistan that supports both national and international writers.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.meraqissa.com\/book\/2215\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">poetry book on trees<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is also available on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.meraqissa.com\/store\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MeraQissa<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Daastan\u2019s official bookstore platform, where readers can explore and purchase books from a wide range of authors.<\/span><\/p><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Faiza Anum\u2019s Experience with Daastan in Her Own Words<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When asked about her experience with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/daastan.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Daastan<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> during the journey of her anthology Of Leaves and Longing, Faiza answered:<\/span><\/p><h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cI must applaud the Daastan team for their exceptional attentiveness and support throughout the process. At times, when the demanding task of editing the work of young students and shaping the anthology into its final form felt exhausting, their consistent reminders and regular follow-ups kept the momentum alive and ensured that this book ultimately came to fruition.\u201d<\/span><\/h4><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">She also acknowledged the support of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/syedommeramer\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ommer Amer<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Founder and CEO of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/daastan.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Daastan<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><\/p><h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u201cSpecial thanks to Mr. Ommer for providing invaluable guidance at every stage of the process, from finalizing the cover design to overseeing the finer details of the anthology\u2019s development.\u201d<\/span><\/h4><h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Key Lessons from \u201cOf Leaves and Longing\u201d<\/span><\/h2><div class=\"td-paragraph-padding-5\"><p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-9850\" src=\"https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/leaves-2-300x220.webp\" alt=\"Faiza Anum_Of leaves and longing\" width=\"300\" height=\"220\" srcset=\"https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/leaves-2-300x220.webp 300w, https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/leaves-2-1024x750.webp 1024w, https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/leaves-2-768x563.webp 768w, https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/leaves-2-1536x1125.webp 1536w, https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/leaves-2-150x110.webp 150w, https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/leaves-2-696x510.webp 696w, https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/leaves-2-1068x782.webp 1068w, https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/leaves-2.webp 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p><\/div><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When we asked what readers can learn from Of Leaves and Longing, Faiza shared:<\/span><\/p><h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cI would quote from the preface that I wrote for the anthology: \u2018Poetry cannot replant a forest, but it can reawaken a connection. It can make us see, and by seeing, care.\u201d<\/span><\/h4><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">She continued:<\/span><\/p><h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u201cThis anthology, no doubt, hopes to encourage readers to notice the often-overlooked details of life, the rustle of leaves, the quiet resilience of trees, and the subtle connections between nature and human experience. It equally hopes to offer lessons in presence, patience, and empathy, showing how slowing down can deepen understanding and nurture the roots.\u201d<\/span><\/h4><h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Faiza Anum\u2019s Message to Readers<\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At the end of the interview, we asked Faiza if she had any message for her readers. She humbly responded:<\/span><\/p><h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cMy message to the readers is: slow down, pay attention, and someday try talking to a tree, feel its skin, offer it some water, let its quiet presence teach you patience, resilience, and calm. 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width=\"50\" height=\"50\" onerror=\"if(this.src!='https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/widget-google-reviews\/assets\/img\/guest.png')this.src='https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/widget-google-reviews\/assets\/img\/guest.png';\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/contrib\/116721251012265761793\/reviews\" class=\"wp-google-name\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Mona Sohail<\/a><div class=\"wp-google-time\" data-time=\"1764141018\">07:10 26 Nov 25<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-google-stars\"><span class=\"wp-stars\"><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wp-google-wrap\"><div class=\"wp-google-feedback grw-scroll\" ><span class=\"wp-google-text\">I had the chance to publish my first two stories through \u201cDaastan\u201d and looking back, it feels like a beautiful stroke of luck that I discovered this platform. What began as a coincidence soon turned into one of the most rewarding experiences of my writing journey.<br \/>Investing in a new writer is always a risk, but Daastan took that leap of faith and showed me \u201cEk Kiran Andheron Mein\u201d and gave me a \u201cShanakht\u201d as a writer.<br \/>I\u2019m truly grateful for the opportunities and guidance Daastan provided me, from encouraging to mentoring and publishing. For me it\u2019s more than just a platform\u2014it\u2019s a place where new writers find their voice and recognition. I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone who wishes to begin or enrich their writing journey.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wp-google-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"rpi-thumb\" src=\"https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ChIJTbnDYuun3zgRejHkb0KyAVE_img_b4f2660fc665086bd9c76c0f1e2723c5.jpg\" alt=\"Photo from customer review\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div><\/div><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-google\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/div><div class=\"grw-review\"><div class=\"grw-review-inner grw-backgnd\"><div class=\"wp-google-left\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ChIJTbnDYuun3zgRejHkb0KyAVE_563133e342cce9928a60c469db466460.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"grw-review-avatar\" alt=\"Raafye Shaikh profile picture\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" onerror=\"if(this.src!='https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/widget-google-reviews\/assets\/img\/guest.png')this.src='https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/widget-google-reviews\/assets\/img\/guest.png';\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/contrib\/102313381107490713670\/reviews\" class=\"wp-google-name\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Raafye Shaikh<\/a><div class=\"wp-google-time\" data-time=\"1764091602\">17:26 25 Nov 25<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-google-stars\"><span class=\"wp-stars\"><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wp-google-wrap\"><div class=\"wp-google-feedback grw-scroll\" ><span class=\"wp-google-text\">Dil Ke Afsaneh&#8230; Today, I have a book published on the Dastan platform, but it is a book only because of this platform, otherwise it would have been a collection of words limited to me and nothing else. Because we all know that the rules and accessories or ingredients used traditionally to publish a book are not as easy as this digital library Dastan has ensured. I am sincerely grateful to the Dastan team and especially Omar Sahib for their efforts.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wp-google-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"rpi-thumb\" src=\"https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ChIJTbnDYuun3zgRejHkb0KyAVE_img_d778235f8c36b8523ab7b05f0c5a74fc.jpg\" alt=\"Photo from customer review\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div><\/div><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-google\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/div><div class=\"grw-review\"><div class=\"grw-review-inner grw-backgnd\"><div class=\"wp-google-left\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ChIJTbnDYuun3zgRejHkb0KyAVE_ce0ffd26ca888f224b5cab77184b7676.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"grw-review-avatar\" alt=\"Anam Sajid profile picture\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" onerror=\"if(this.src!='https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/widget-google-reviews\/assets\/img\/guest.png')this.src='https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/widget-google-reviews\/assets\/img\/guest.png';\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/contrib\/107555719264385843563\/reviews\" class=\"wp-google-name\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Anam Sajid<\/a><div class=\"wp-google-time\" data-time=\"1764074601\">12:43 25 Nov 25<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-google-stars\"><span class=\"wp-stars\"><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wp-google-wrap\"><div class=\"wp-google-feedback grw-scroll\" ><span class=\"wp-google-text\">Daastan has been a total game-changer for me! I was looking for a publishing partner that would understand my vision and help me bring my story to life. And, man, Daastan delivered!<br \/><br \/>Their team is super supportive and professional. They walked me through every step of the process, from editing to printing, and even helped me with marketing. I&#8217;ve heard amazing things about their work, and I&#8217;m not surprised &#8211; they&#8217;re clearly passionate about what they do.<br \/><br \/>What I love about Daastan is their inclusive approach. They&#8217;re all about empowering emerging writers, and it shows in the quality of their publications. I&#8217;ve recommended them to friends and fellow writers, and I&#8217;ll continue to sing their praises!<br \/><br \/>If you&#8217;re thinking of publishing your work, look no further. Daastan is the way to go!<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wp-google-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"rpi-thumb\" src=\"https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ChIJTbnDYuun3zgRejHkb0KyAVE_img_0846ae6e1807711995ebf37564ef4b48.jpg\" alt=\"Photo from customer review\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div><\/div><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-google\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/div><div class=\"grw-review\"><div class=\"grw-review-inner grw-backgnd\"><div class=\"wp-google-left\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ChIJTbnDYuun3zgRejHkb0KyAVE_be5153c05e864f7b7669f29769de6373.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"grw-review-avatar\" alt=\"Obien Mayo profile picture\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" onerror=\"if(this.src!='https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/widget-google-reviews\/assets\/img\/guest.png')this.src='https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/widget-google-reviews\/assets\/img\/guest.png';\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/contrib\/105115302427071659009\/reviews\" class=\"wp-google-name\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Obien Mayo<\/a><div class=\"wp-google-time\" data-time=\"1764020375\">21:39 24 Nov 25<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-google-stars\"><span class=\"wp-stars\"><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wp-google-wrap\"><div class=\"wp-google-feedback grw-scroll\" ><span class=\"wp-google-text\">I published two books with Daastan. What I loved about Daastan and still love is their honesty and transparency, the two things on which I believe from the core of my heart.<br \/>I have worked with many publishers in Pakistan, of which Daastan tops among independent publishers on account of transparency, quality and earlier response.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wp-google-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"rpi-thumb\" src=\"https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ChIJTbnDYuun3zgRejHkb0KyAVE_img_e60598b869b279d540aa59c3adcaf6b4.jpg\" alt=\"Photo from customer review\" loading=\"lazy\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"rpi-thumb\" src=\"https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ChIJTbnDYuun3zgRejHkb0KyAVE_img_3d77c0ae5d2b881d63bfce2f32257d52.jpg\" alt=\"Photo from customer review\" loading=\"lazy\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"rpi-thumb\" src=\"https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ChIJTbnDYuun3zgRejHkb0KyAVE_img_88cfb93d064080101b25f4fd638850ff.jpg\" alt=\"Photo from customer review\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div><\/div><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-google\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/div><div class=\"grw-review\"><div class=\"grw-review-inner grw-backgnd\"><div class=\"wp-google-left\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ChIJTbnDYuun3zgRejHkb0KyAVE_3a1aa547fa78adf3c211a5386ee6cf50.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"grw-review-avatar\" alt=\"Rawish Ali profile picture\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" onerror=\"if(this.src!='https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/widget-google-reviews\/assets\/img\/guest.png')this.src='https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/widget-google-reviews\/assets\/img\/guest.png';\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/contrib\/108740157715696093070\/reviews\" class=\"wp-google-name\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Rawish Ali<\/a><div class=\"wp-google-time\" data-time=\"1764009404\">18:36 24 Nov 25<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-google-stars\"><span class=\"wp-stars\"><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wp-google-wrap\"><div class=\"wp-google-feedback grw-scroll\" ><span class=\"wp-google-text\">Discovering Dastaan Publishers felt like finding the doorway I didn\u2019t even know I needed. As a new writer, I always assumed that entering the publishing world\u2014especially from Pakistan\u2014would be intimidating and out of reach. That mindset changed the moment I connected with Dastaan.<br \/><br \/>Their publishing process was exceptionally smooth and reassuring. After I registered, Narmeen, their consultant and editor, handled my manuscript with remarkable professionalism, guiding me through every stage with clarity and patience. With their support, I successfully published two books: Love, Lucknow aur Lahore, which received immense appreciation, and a short story titled Gol Roti.<br \/><br \/>What truly elevates Dastaan is the authenticity of their team. Ommar, Narmeen, and every member of their staff were warm, attentive, and genuinely invested in my growth as a writer. Their encouragement turned what could have been a daunting experience into an inspiring milestone in my creative journey.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wp-google-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"rpi-thumb\" src=\"https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ChIJTbnDYuun3zgRejHkb0KyAVE_img_2b077eccc67338352682e7a4bab1842a.jpg\" alt=\"Photo from customer review\" loading=\"lazy\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"rpi-thumb\" src=\"https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ChIJTbnDYuun3zgRejHkb0KyAVE_img_6d7d5a914c948a6a269ca7f5d705424b.jpg\" alt=\"Photo from customer review\" loading=\"lazy\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"rpi-thumb\" src=\"https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ChIJTbnDYuun3zgRejHkb0KyAVE_img_a1a0f3a85c7c204e87a7a0ad7054829b.jpg\" alt=\"Photo from customer review\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div><\/div><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-google\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/div><div class=\"grw-review\"><div class=\"grw-review-inner grw-backgnd\"><div class=\"wp-google-left\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ChIJTbnDYuun3zgRejHkb0KyAVE_e0d5228c59153291d4ced4403ac7fc1d.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"grw-review-avatar\" alt=\"Haroon Awan profile picture\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" onerror=\"if(this.src!='https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/widget-google-reviews\/assets\/img\/guest.png')this.src='https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/widget-google-reviews\/assets\/img\/guest.png';\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/contrib\/107058150272857233753\/reviews\" class=\"wp-google-name\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Haroon Awan<\/a><div class=\"wp-google-time\" data-time=\"1763721474\">10:37 21 Nov 25<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-google-stars\"><span class=\"wp-stars\"><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wp-google-wrap\"><div class=\"wp-google-feedback grw-scroll\" ><span class=\"wp-google-text\">With grateful appreciation and thanks to Daastan<br \/><br \/>As a first-time author venturing into the literary world with both excitement and hesitation, I could not have found a better publishing partner than Daastan Pvt Ltd. Under the thoughtful leadership of Syed Omar Amer, the team at Daastan was unwaveringly supportive, responsive, and professional, guiding me with care and insight through every step of the publishing process. Their facilitation turned what could have been an intimidating journey into one marked by encouragement and trust.<br \/><br \/>The quality of the finished product speaks for itself &#8211; readers and recipients of my books consistently comment on the exceptional standard of printing and presentation, especially preservation of the design colours. The books look and feel beautiful in the hand, which has enhanced both their reach and reception. For any author, whether stepping into print for the first time or seasoned in the craft, I wholeheartedly recommend Daastan as a go-to publisher and printer. They are capable, creative, and above all, committed to the stories their authors want to tell. I am truly delighted that I found my way to them.<br \/><br \/>Dr Haroon Awan<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wp-google-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"rpi-thumb\" src=\"https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ChIJTbnDYuun3zgRejHkb0KyAVE_img_c49a29bf2d8db71b3c35cba071ae427f.jpg\" alt=\"Photo from customer review\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div><\/div><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-google\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/div><div class=\"grw-review\"><div class=\"grw-review-inner grw-backgnd\"><div class=\"wp-google-left\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ChIJTbnDYuun3zgRejHkb0KyAVE_f6bc5d22cdc1fe38a46e759262887b5e.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"grw-review-avatar\" alt=\"Crystal Snow profile picture\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" onerror=\"if(this.src!='https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/widget-google-reviews\/assets\/img\/guest.png')this.src='https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/widget-google-reviews\/assets\/img\/guest.png';\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/contrib\/116438052623679773204\/reviews\" class=\"wp-google-name\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Crystal Snow<\/a><div class=\"wp-google-time\" data-time=\"1763643720\">13:02 20 Nov 25<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-google-stars\"><span class=\"wp-stars\"><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wp-google-wrap\"><div class=\"wp-google-feedback grw-scroll\" ><span class=\"wp-google-text\">Daastan will always be hella special for me because I published my very first book with them, the most special one to my heart. I don\u2019t think I could\u2019ve found better publishers than Daastan. They\u2019ve been sooo helpful and supportive through everything. Living in Pakistan, just the thought alone of getting your work published seems like a big deal, but Daastan has been making it possible and fulfilling dreams of not just me but so many writers. My experience with them couldn\u2019t be any better, perfect. &#x1f90d;<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wp-google-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"rpi-thumb\" src=\"https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ChIJTbnDYuun3zgRejHkb0KyAVE_img_2c57a471b72345194c7b2241ba7f30eb.jpg\" alt=\"Photo from customer review\" loading=\"lazy\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"rpi-thumb\" src=\"https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ChIJTbnDYuun3zgRejHkb0KyAVE_img_9b4dac8559acc148cf786399654d0cb4.jpg\" alt=\"Photo from customer review\" loading=\"lazy\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"rpi-thumb\" src=\"https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ChIJTbnDYuun3zgRejHkb0KyAVE_img_1724088bfc922f1b01e06507d6844ba2.jpg\" alt=\"Photo from customer review\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div><\/div><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-google\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/div><div class=\"grw-review\"><div class=\"grw-review-inner grw-backgnd\"><div class=\"wp-google-left\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ChIJTbnDYuun3zgRejHkb0KyAVE_ebd9eada99cd380cb512cfe7f12b396e.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"grw-review-avatar\" alt=\"Tahira Aziz profile picture\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" onerror=\"if(this.src!='https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/widget-google-reviews\/assets\/img\/guest.png')this.src='https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/widget-google-reviews\/assets\/img\/guest.png';\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/contrib\/110513078516773602550\/reviews\" class=\"wp-google-name\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Tahira Aziz<\/a><div class=\"wp-google-time\" data-time=\"1762523597\">13:53 07 Nov 25<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-google-stars\"><span class=\"wp-stars\"><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wp-google-wrap\"><div class=\"wp-google-feedback grw-scroll\" ><span class=\"wp-google-text\">I was searching for an authentic publisher and, after thorough research, I found one name that truly stood out, Daastan. Their services are exceptional. They reviewed my draft within just three days and provided insightful feedback that helped me improve my work. Throughout the process, I felt supported, guided, and confident. Daastan is a name you can trust. I\u2019m already looking forward to publishing my next book with them soon!<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wp-google-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"rpi-thumb\" src=\"https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ChIJTbnDYuun3zgRejHkb0KyAVE_img_93293511f8f8b201574e35bf045793f8.jpg\" alt=\"Photo from customer review\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div><\/div><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-google\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/div><div class=\"grw-review\"><div class=\"grw-review-inner grw-backgnd\"><div class=\"wp-google-left\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ChIJTbnDYuun3zgRejHkb0KyAVE_6ac2bcb7acec3d9cc2f3e70f30c763a1.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"grw-review-avatar\" alt=\"Zahra Nadeem profile picture\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" onerror=\"if(this.src!='https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/widget-google-reviews\/assets\/img\/guest.png')this.src='https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/widget-google-reviews\/assets\/img\/guest.png';\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/contrib\/108969636329591320666\/reviews\" class=\"wp-google-name\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Zahra Nadeem<\/a><div class=\"wp-google-time\" data-time=\"1762511739\">10:35 07 Nov 25<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-google-stars\"><span class=\"wp-stars\"><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wp-google-wrap\"><div class=\"wp-google-feedback grw-scroll\" ><span class=\"wp-google-text\">Spectacular team. You can easily see their passion and commitment to writing and publishing. They are any authors dream come true. From organisation to support, this team exceeds all expectations . I\u2019m grateful such a team exists and look forward to write again, having my work published by this wonderful publishing house.<\/span><\/div><\/div><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-google\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/div><div class=\"grw-review\"><div class=\"grw-review-inner grw-backgnd\"><div class=\"wp-google-left\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ChIJTbnDYuun3zgRejHkb0KyAVE_d70dda3c1a181379a060ccc0f439c484.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"grw-review-avatar\" alt=\"hamood butt profile picture\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" onerror=\"if(this.src!='https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/widget-google-reviews\/assets\/img\/guest.png')this.src='https:\/\/daastan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/widget-google-reviews\/assets\/img\/guest.png';\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/contrib\/105177717484133779175\/reviews\" class=\"wp-google-name\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">hamood butt<\/a><div class=\"wp-google-time\" data-time=\"1762505116\">08:45 07 Nov 25<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-google-stars\"><span class=\"wp-stars\"><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wp-star\"><svg height=\"18\" width=\"18\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-star\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wp-google-wrap\"><div class=\"wp-google-feedback grw-scroll\" ><span class=\"wp-google-text\">Had a wonderful experience publishing my book with this team! Omar was incredibly helpful, patient, and professional throughout the entire process. Everything was smooth and well-organized \u2014 truly grateful for the support and care they put into my project. 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