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This new picture-book will make you grateful for the little joys of Pakistani life

This new picture-book will make you grateful for the little joys of Pakistani life

Ruqayya Diwan Adamjee's debut book just might be the perfect pick-me-up for times when you really need one
Updated 16 Jan, 2017

Ruqayya Diwan Adamjee's debut book just might be the perfect pick-me-up for times when you really need one.

A reminder of the little joys in life, the book titled 'Choti Choti Khushiyan' is a compilation of illustrations of oft-ignored blessings like gari mein fit aana (being able to squish in one car) and airport peh poora khandaan (a big welcome party at the airport).

The book also marks the launch of publishing house Markings' new platform Markings KHUDI, which will put out motivational, inspirational and developmental works.

“I hope my book reminds people to cherish the small happy moments instead of waiting for larger significant events," said the author Ruqayya Diwan Adamjee. "Although Pakistan is a linguistically diverse country, I chose Urdu because I feel it captures the essence of these Choti Choti Khushiyan in the most universally identifiable way for Pakistanis.”

Markings publisher Kiran Aman said, "We are delighted to share our first Illustrated Urdu book #ChotiChotiKhushiyan! – a fun and relatable look into the small things that make life pleasurable. Markings KHUDI will reflect an eclectic assortment of interests in its publishing focus: self-improvement, mind-body-spirit, inspiration, health & healing, development, spirituality and lifestyle. And most importantly, each title will be published in Urdu and Roman Urdu.”

Check out more illustrations from the book below.



Comments

Dr Riffat Jabeen Jan 15, 2017 05:25pm
Interesting idea! Reading and writing go hand in hand...If you find some interesting material surely it will revive and develop the habit of book reading. Keep it up dear author.
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Muhammad Mashhood Qasmi Jan 15, 2017 07:01pm
excellent ideas, remarkable titles, surely will help to cure many spiritually.
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Princess_of_DHUMP Jan 15, 2017 07:28pm
Where can I buy it?
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SGH Jan 15, 2017 07:42pm
Thank you Ms. Ruqqya Diwan Adamjee for this beautiful idea and the book. Happiness is also a collection of these small things, gestures and friendly eyes. Thank you Dawn.
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hassan Jan 15, 2017 07:45pm
Beautiful.....
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Uw Jan 15, 2017 09:22pm
Love it !!! Thanks
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a Jan 15, 2017 11:48pm
One of my biggest 'small' joy is riding my brand new Suzuki Access scooter (Their new 124 cc four stroke engine is an engineering marvel !) on the newly double laned highway to Shimla. Thousands of cars get stuck in 5 km long jams near towns, while I just cruise through the mess, showing them the proverbial ' thenga'
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NS Jan 16, 2017 04:40am
Great idea! I like what I have seen of the choti choti khushiyan. I'm glad these genres are coming to Pakistan. All the best.
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Muhammad Salman Jan 16, 2017 07:39am
Highly appreciate the novelty of idea and the way it's presented. Great work Ms. Ruqayya Adamjee....
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vegito Jan 16, 2017 08:45am
This is so cute :3
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Fj Jan 16, 2017 09:39am
How to contact her ?
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optimist Jan 16, 2017 12:32pm
Is it available in the market?
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Einstein Babar Jan 16, 2017 01:22pm
nothing creative
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Shumaila Jan 16, 2017 01:26pm
Looking forward to buy this book.
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Ruqayya diwan adamjee Jan 17, 2017 10:26pm
@Dr Riffat Jabeen thanks so much!
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Ruqayya diwan adamjee Jan 17, 2017 10:26pm
@Muhammad Mashhood Qasmi appreciate the praise!
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Ruqayya diwan adamjee Jan 17, 2017 10:29pm
@SGH thank you for the kind words
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Ruqayya diwan adamjee Jan 17, 2017 10:29pm
@hassan thank you!
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Ruqayya diwan adamjee Jan 17, 2017 10:29pm
@Uw so happy you like it!
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Ruqayya diwan adamjee Jan 17, 2017 10:30pm
@a that's a great one
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Ruqayya diwan adamjee Jan 17, 2017 10:30pm
@Muhammad Salman thank you so much!!
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Ruqayya diwan adamjee Jan 17, 2017 10:38pm
@vegito thank you!
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Ruqayya diwan adamjee Jan 17, 2017 10:40pm
@Shumaila that's great! Hope you like it
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