Monday, August 10, 2026

Peerzada Salman: Journalist | Writer | Poet | Literary Personality



Peerzada Salman is a prominent Pakistani journalist, feature writer, poet and literary personality associated with Dawn, one of Pakistan’s leading English-language newspapers. He has established a distinctive presence in journalism and literature through his writing on art, culture, literature and a wide range of subjects connected with the creative world.

A graduate of the University of Karachi with a Master’s degree in English Literature, Salman combines his academic background with extensive experience in journalism and creative writing. His work reflects a deep interest in Pakistan’s literary and cultural landscape.

In addition to journalism, Peerzada Salman is a bilingual poet, writing in both Urdu and English. His first collection of English poetry, Bemused, was published in December 2017. This was followed by his first collection of Urdu poetry, Waqt, in 2018.

Salman has also explored the genre of short fiction. In 2021, he published his debut collection of short stories, Ephemera, further demonstrating the breadth of his literary interests and creative abilities.

Through his journalism, poetry and fiction, Peerzada Salman has contributed to the promotion and documentation of art, culture and literature in Pakistan. His career represents a continuing engagement with both journalism and the literary arts.

Literary Works

  • Bemused : Collection of English poems, 2017
  • Waqt:  Collection of Urdu poems, 2018
  • Ephemera:  Collection of short stories, 2021

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