शमीम हनफ़ी की ग़ज़लें अँधेरे और परछाईं, रंगों के ढलने, भारी पलकें और दुखों की बात करती हैं, लेकिन कभी वैराग्य की बात नहीं करतीं। उनकी ग़ज़लें एक भावनात्मक दृश्य को उकेरती हैं जिसका एक हिस्सा कई बार वो ख़ुद भी होते हैं। शमीम हनफ़ी अपने शब्दों को गहरे गहरे रंगों में रंगते हैं। उनके विचारों को समझने के लिए गहराई में तैरने की जरूरत है। `आख़िरी पहर की दस्तक` उर्दू भाषा के प्रसिद्ध साहित्यालोचक `शमीम हनफ़ी` की आख़िरी कृति है। उनकी काव्य-रचना की दुनिया में परंपरा की लगातार अंतर्ध्वनियाँ हैं और नई रंगतें भी। कविता की सीमाओं का तीखा अहसास भी उनके यहाँ है।

This book 'Yeh jo Zindagi ki Kitaab hai' is filled with Rajesh Reddy's own writing style which is simple yet elegant. His shayari shows the complexities of life in a very simple and easy to understand language, which enables the readers to connect with it and feel relatable. This book will serve as a mirror for the readers, which shows the reflections of their own experiences with life. Born in 1952, Rajesh Reddy was raised in Jaipur, Rajasthan. He served as the sub-editor of 'Itvaari Patrika', the Sunday edition of 'Rajasthan Patrika' for 3 years after completing his M.A. in Hindi Literature from Rajasthan University. He did theatre for 10 years in Jaipur and wrote and directed dramas. He started songs and ghazal writing in college. His ghazals have been sung by famous singers such as Jagjit Singh, Pankaj Udhas, Bhupendra Singh, Raj Kumar Rizvi, and Chhaya Ganguli. He joined All India Radio in 1980 and then retired as the station director of AIR's 'Vividh Bharati Seva'.

This book published by Rekhta Publications, "Sadiyon ka Raqs: Shaista Yusuf", is her first novel, which takes the reader on a journey from a magical and ancient world to a digital universe. The novel clearly reflects themes of spirituality, materialism, politics, ethics, economics, and media behavior. It is worth reading also because it encompasses all the aspects of conflict, contradiction, and reconciliation between the individual and society—elements that directly influence human life. This work by Shaista Yusuf is a valuable gift for any novel reader. Shaista Yusuf is a renowned personality in the world of Urdu. Besides being a well-known poet, she is also recognized as an active contributor in educational, social, and cultural spheres of the urducommunity. Three of her poetry collections have been published: "Gul-e-Khud-Rau" (1984) which includes nazms and ghazals; "Sooni Parchhaiyaan" (2011); and "Aab-e-Aaina" (2022)—both consisting of nazms. Her writings are also included in the state curriculum textbooks. Shaista Yusuf wrote a monograph on Mahmood Ayaz in 2010. In 2013, she translated “Vachanas” from Kannada into Urdu, and in 2019, she translated "Tales of Tomorrow" under the auspices of Sahitya Akademi.

प्रस्तुत किताब में प्रसिद्ध उर्दू शाइर मुज़्तर ख़ैराबादी का चुनिन्दा कलाम संकलित है। यह किताब देवनागरी और उर्दू लिपि में प्रकाशित हुई है और पाठकों के बीच ख़ूब पसंद की गई है|

अहमद मुश्ताक़ की ग़ज़लों में नाजुकी, बारीकियाँ और जुनून की तीव्रता बहुलता से देखने को मिलती हैं। प्रस्तुत किताब में अहमद मुश्ताक़ की चुनिन्दा रचनाओं का संकलन है| यह किताब उर्दू लिपि में प्रकाशित हुई है और पाठकों के बीच ख़ूब पसंद की गई है|

Instead of limiting poetry to the mere expression of heartfelt emotions, Fahmi Badayuni has made it an object of mental exercise. This book is a collection of his poetry, including some of his recent ghazals. Zamaan Sher Khan, or Puttan Khan, was born on 4 January 1952 in the town of Bisauli in Badaun district and is best known as Fahmi Badayuni. Necessity brought him to the job of an accountant at a young age. When fate turned him away from the job, his interest in Maths and Science opened the doors of coaching classes. He was interested in Shayari and its criticism from a very young age. Around 1980, he started publishing his poetry in some magazines. Till then, two of his poetry collections, “Panchvi Samt” and “Dastaken Nigahon Ki” had been published.

This book (Mera Kaha Hua: Shariq Kaifi) is a collection of his poetrys from 1978 to 2025, comprising both his ghazals and nazms. Journeying through these poetrys, one can experience and understand every aspect of life and every relationship in its depth. Shariq Kaifi is among the most prominent contemporary poets of the Indian subcontinent. He was born on June 01, 1961, in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, India. Shariq Kaifi has an equal command over both ghazals and nazms. His poetry is not just poetry—it strikes deeply at the complexities of life, human relationships, and social attitudes.

“Udaas Rehne Lage” is the third poetry collection by the renowned poet Iqbal Ashhar, bringing together a rich selection of his ghazals and nazms, along with the verses that have been widely loved and applauded at poetry gatherings (mushairas). Iqbal Ashhar is regarded as one of the most prominent contemporary poets who has brought freshness, grace, and renewed energy to modern urdupoetry, especially to the ghazal. Through his distinctive literary voice, he has earned a strong reputation not only across the country but also internationally, where his work continues to captivate audiences and contribute to the success of major mushairas. Known for his simple yet refined style, his poetry carries a soft musical rhythm and a smooth, engaging tone that keeps listeners and readers deeply connected. Prior to this collection, his acclaimed poetry books “Dhanak Tere Khayal Ki” and “Ratjage” received widespread appreciation and praise. Iqbal Ashhar is regarded as one of the most prominent contemporary poets who has brought freshness, grace, and renewed energy to modern urdupoetry, especially to the ghazal. Through his distinctive literary voice, he has earned a strong reputation not only across the country but also internationally, where his work continues to captivate audiences and contribute to the success of major mushairas. Known for his simple yet refined style, his poetry carries a soft musical rhythm and a smooth, engaging tone that keeps listeners and readers deeply connected. Prior to this collection, his acclaimed poetry books “Dhanak Tere Khayal Ki” and “Ratjage” received widespread appreciation and praise.

The exquisite journey of love passes through numerous twists and turns, bringing different experiences to each individual. In Urdu poetry, poets have penned down these diverse experiences in rhyme with a sheer eloquence that aptly expresses the exceptional bond between the lover and the beloved. Meer, Ghalib, Momin, Dagh, Faiz, and hundreds of Urdu poets have given voice to the emotions of lovers going through stages such as longing, interplay, loving, possessiveness, rivalry, separation, breaking up, and frenzy. This eloquence makes every reader share this thought, as was inimitably expressed by Mirza Ghalib: Dekhna taqreer ki lazzat ki jo us ne kahaa Maine ye jaanaa ki goyaa ye bhi mere dil men hai ‘Love Longing Loss in Urdu Poetry’ narrates the enchanting tale of this journey, capturing the subtle nuances and beauty of Urdu poetry with all its grace. Also, this book is available in Hindi and Urdu Languages with the title "Hazaar Daastaan-e-Ishq".

The poems in this book are lively and melodious, yet free. The language is simple. This book has a lot to say that touches readers' hearts. This attitude of exploring new themes and presenting them in a new way guarantees the bright future of this kind of poetry. Dr Abdullah belongs to an honourable family of Azamgarh. He started his educational journey at Shibli National College, Azamgarh. He then received his B.Sc. & M.Sc. degrees from Aligarh Muslim University and served as a lecturer in the departments of Mathematics and Statistics. He also has a PhD in M.S. and Biostatistics from SUNY Buffalo and George Washington University.

Saleem Mohiuddin hails from the land of saints and seers — Tangabad (Deccan) — where he was born on February 23, 1963, in the culturally rich region of Parbhani. His poetic temperament carries a certain depth and complexity. His work reflects not only poetic subtleties and aesthetics but also a keen awareness of the breakdown of human relationships and the decline of values. His first collection of poetry, titled "Wabasta", was published long ago. Since then, several of his prose works have also been published. Now, after nearly twenty-five years, his second collection of poetry is in your hands.

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The book “Mujh Ko Meri Yaad Aa Rahi Hai: Farhat Ehsaas,” published by Rekhta Publications, is also significant because it includes his poetic works from 1973 to 2023. It contains both ghazals and poems that vividly reflect life's unevenness, human psychology, emotions and feelings, personal anguish, social deviations, societal changes, and a clear spirit of rebellion against tradition. Farhat Ehsaas was born on 25 December 1950 in Bahraich (Uttar Pradesh). After completing his education at Aligarh Muslim University, he became associated with the urduweekly newspaper “Hujuum.” He has proficiency in Urdu, Hindi, Biraj, Awadhi, and various other Indian languages, as well as in English and Western literature. The poetry of Farhat Ehsaas is poetry of life itself. Every aspect of human psychology, emotions, and feelings appears to breathe within it. Rebellion against long-standing and worn-out traditions is an important characteristic of his poetry. His poetry collections “Main Rona Chahta Hoon,” “Shaayari Nahin Hai Yeh,” and “Qashqa Kheencha Dair Mein Baitha” are significant links in this continuum.

मोई'द रशीदी हमारे अह्द के ताज़ा-फ़िक्र शाइ'र हैं| उनका जन्म 1988 में काँकीनारा (नॉर्थ कोलकाता) में हुआ| 2013 में उन्हें साहित्य अकादमी (दिल्ली) द्वारा युवा लेखक के लिए राष्ट्रीय पुरस्कार से सम्मानित किया गया| उन्होंने "जदीद ग़ज़ल की शे'रियात" पर पीएचडी की उपाधि प्राप्त की है| फ़िलहाल, वो उर्दू विभाग, अ'लीगढ़ मुस्लिम विश्विद्यालय में असिस्टेंट प्रोफ़ेसर हैं|

The book “Mujh Ko Meri Yaad Aa Rahi Hai: Farhat Ehsaas,” published by Rekhta Publications, is also significant because it includes his poetic works from 1973 to 2023. It contains both ghazals and poems that vividly reflect life's unevenness, human psychology, emotions and feelings, personal anguish, social deviations, societal changes, and a clear spirit of rebellion against tradition. Farhat Ehsaas was born on 25 December 1950 in Bahraich (Uttar Pradesh). After completing his education at Aligarh Muslim University, he became associated with the urduweekly newspaper “Hujuum.” He has proficiency in Urdu, Hindi, Biraj, Awadhi, and various other Indian languages, as well as in English and Western literature. The poetry of Farhat Ehsaas is poetry of life itself. Every aspect of human psychology, emotions, and feelings appears to breathe within it. Rebellion against long-standing and worn-out traditions is an important characteristic of his poetry. His poetry collections “Main Rona Chahta Hoon,” “Shaayari Nahin Hai Yeh,” and “Qashqa Kheencha Dair Mein Baitha” are significant links in this continuum.

Jamaliyat: Kalam-e-Jamal Sabri” holds a special place in many respects. It includes ghazals and nazms, in addition to manqabat and salaam, expressing insights into human psychology, contemporary awareness, and a strong Sufi essence — making it a work truly worth reading. Jamal Sabri’s real name was Abid Raza Khan. He was born in 1899 in Aligarh and was a disciple of Seemab Akbarabadi. His poetry clearly reflects a classical style, enriched with themes of love, mysticism, selfhood, spiritual knowledge, and the quest for truth. Jamal Sabri’s verses exhibit both linguistic refinement and emotional depth, along with elevated thoughts that balance simplicity with artistic sophistication.

Rahat Indori's poetic style is known for its boldness, simplicity, and emotional intensity. His poetry often deals with themes of love, heartbreak, social issues, patriotism, and personal identity. His work is deeply emotional and connects with the common person, making it relatable and widely appreciated. His poetry was accessible, yet impactful, blending deep meaning with straightforward expressions. Rahat Indori wrote primarily in the traditional ghazal form, a classical genre of urdupoetry, but he brought a contemporary twist to it. His ghazals were often modern in their approach, dealing with contemporary issues while maintaining the classical structure and emotional depth of ghazal. His work continues to inspire readers and listeners around the world. "Rahat Indori" was born as Rahtullah Qureshi on 01/01/1950 in Indore. His father's name was Rif'at Ullah Qureshi and his mother's name was Maqbool-un-Nisa Begum. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in urdufrom Devi Ahilya University, Indore, his Master of Arts in urduliterature from Awadh University, and his Ph.D. (in urduon Mushaira) from M.P. Bhoj University. Dr. Rahat Indori worked as a professor of urduliterature at I.K. College, Devi Ahilya University, Indore, for 16 years. He was the editor of the urduquarterly magazine "Shaakhein" for 10 years, published from Indore. Many researchers have earned their Ph.D. degrees on the life and works of Dr. Rahat Indori at various Indian and Pakistani universities. Dr. Rahat Indori's ghazals are included in the urdusyllabus of Class 9 and 11 of the Maharashtra State Board.

रेख़्ता हर्फ़-ए-ताज़ा सीरीज़' की शक्ल में 'रेख़्ता बुक्स' की पहली पेशकश। उर्दू शाइ'री की नवोदित प्रतिमाओं में से एक सालिम सलीम की शाइ'री का इन्तिख़ाब। ISBN 9788193440926

Ghazaliyat-e-Zamin (Ghazals by Zamin) comprises works by her father, Professor S.M. Zamin Ali, which she published after his death. Professor Ali was the founder and head of the Urdu Department at Allahabad University and an illustrious poet, author, thought leader and educator. "An accomplished author, Begum Fatima Hasan (1940-1998), published six books in addition to numerous works broadcast as Urdu programming by All India Radio, Lucknow and published in popular Urdu magazines. These collected works include three books of short stories: Chauthaa Shauhar (The Fourth Husband), Awaraa Bagule (Wanderer Egrets), and Gul-o-Khar (Flowers & Thorns), as well as a book of children's stories, Qabaili Kahaniyan (Tribal Tales). Two of her books, Ghazaliyat-e-Zamin (Ghazals by Zamin) and Majmua-e-Qasaid-o-Salaam (Anthology of Odes and Blessings), consist of works by her father, Professor S.M. Zamin Ali, that she published after his death. "

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