9 Quotes & Sayings By Kanza Javed

As a leading figure of contemporary Pakistani literature and story-telling, Kanza Javed has gained worldwide acclaim and recognition for his contribution to the growth of the arts and culture of his nation. He is known as one of the greatest storytellers in the history of Pakistan. The writer has gained international acclaim, both at home and abroad, for writing such stories as 'The Story of the Camel', 'Bhutto's Last War', 'The Pigeon and the Thorns', 'The Calligrapher's Daughter', 'Tears over Lahore', 'A Letter from God', 'Sugar and Milk', and many other works. His storytelling tradition is unique and special Read more

Kanza Javed has authored over forty books including: The Fairy Who Loved a Prince, The Fairy Who Loved a Prince II, The Fairy Who Loved a Prince III, The Fairy Who Loved a Prince IV, The Fairy Who Loved a Prince V, The Fairy Who Loved a Prince VI, Amongst Evil Men, Amongst Evil Men 2, Amongst Evil Men 3, Amongst Evil Men 4, Amongst Evil Men 5, Amongst Evil Men 6, Andal-e-Kamil (An Arab Story), An Illustrated Guide to Love & Marriage in Pakistan & A Journey Through Time.

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After everything is said and done, a memory remains a treacherous thing… How long does one cling on to the people they’ve lost? How long could I have remembered my grandfather? How long had it been since I forgotten him and my mind began harbouring other things? Kanza Javed
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What happens when two introverts collide? Do they dissolve completely in each other’s patience and silence, or do they break their glass shells and become new people? Kanza Javed
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One realizes the immortality of true love only after the lover dies Kanza Javed
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Gossip is not adopted by the bored. It is an art of discourse adopted by those who have experienced absolutely nothing thrilling in their lives; they have never really fallen in love or casually spoken to a complete stranger, and they never dreamt of doing anything extraordinary. They are a group of people with dull lives and souls. Kanza Javed
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And what is gossip anyway? Just fragments of sad accounts, maneuvered and mutilated year after year for our sinful pleasure. Kanza Javed
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There are no plans, just people fooling themselves by attempting to design their fates and futures. It makes them feel invincible, even if it’s for a transient period of time. Kanza Javed
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It is hard to explain to a privileged child the difference between freedom and captivity. For him, the world functions differently, all rains bear fruits and all men are free. He catches a golden bird and puts it inside a gold cage. He watches it grow, captivated, unaware that with its beautiful body comes a pair of wings that can set it free. Kanza Javed
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People recover differently. Some change cities, some fall in love and some begin writing. Kanza Javed