Author Archives: amnashoaib

About amnashoaib

Books. Bhelpuri. Hanging from the ceiling

What are YOU doing, man?

Posted on January 10, 2014 by amnashoaib

If you are a Pakistani, specifically a Pakistani woman, and more specifically a Pakistani woman who has not spent all her life living under an algae-covered pond in Karachi, you are no stranger to sexual harassment. Unlike many other things … Continue reading →

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Always within Never

Posted on January 5, 2014 by amnashoaib

Some paths should be walked upon Some ruins should be visited, Examined…. What caused the destruction? How much damage was done? And if possible, Something must be salvaged A half-burnt letter The soft corner of someone’s heart Because when nothing … Continue reading →

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How to be: A motivational speaker

Posted on November 1, 2013 by amnashoaib

Do you possess know-how of marketing theories? Are you a fan of Deepak Chopra, Umair Jallianwala? Is Paulo Coelho your favorite author? Can you make jokes as stale as a bag of Lays during conversation? Do you have moderately good … Continue reading →

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How teachers resemble the subjects they teach?

Posted on October 25, 2013 by amnashoaib

If there is one thing I believe in more than the healing powers of a plate of nihari, it’s generalization. I, like many of my countrymen, like to observe people from a distance, deducing judgements about them by linking their … Continue reading →

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Amna for dummies

Posted on August 14, 2013 by amnashoaib

Now I have not been asked to introduce myself since the first day of Grade 5. (‘I am Amna, 10 years old. I like reading. I want to grow up to be a doctor. My favorite subject is English, and … Continue reading →

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On Hijabi lollipops

Posted on June 23, 2013 by amnashoaib

Remember that hijab and lollipop ad that once made rounds over facebook, and was hugely popular with photos being shared by all: from the partying, glitzy girls to the incredibly annoying flirts and the Zaid Hamid fanboys, everyone seemed visibly … Continue reading →

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May you live in interesting times

Posted on May 23, 2013 by amnashoaib

After his ground-breaking invention of a water-run car that propelled him to cult status, Agha Waqar has announced another successful, yet astonishing invention, this time of a fart-run car. In July 2012, Agha Waqar claimed to have invented a water … Continue reading →

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Posted on May 18, 2013 by amnashoaib

protest at Teen Talwar today against Paparazzi’s ill treatment of Justin Bieber. Please be there if you are a burger and eager to participate in anything that may help you earn brownie points on Facebook. You can even put up … Continue reading →

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Stupid People and why they exist?

Posted on May 18, 2013 by amnashoaib

Human beings, as history books in Pakistan don’t tell us, are the descendants of monkeys. Some of these monkeys, however, evolved and grew lesser chest hair. The evolution process has continued and resulted in the formation of modern human beings. A research … Continue reading →

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Death of the Dishonorable

Posted on December 22, 2012 by amnashoaib

What can be more painful than a dentist appointment? In Pakistan, it can be said that the honor goes to a dose of news-watching. The horrific experience can be compared to a roller coaster ride through Hell ,while a demon sends electric … Continue reading →

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