The Writer
The Storyteller
Beyond the Byline
My writing career spans over a thousand articles and four published books, including a pioneering science fiction novel set in Karachi. Explore my work across print, fiction, and non-fiction.
My writing journey began with a blank page and a mind full of ideas. There was no grand plan – just a stubborn goal to turn thoughts into words. There were cringe-worthy drafts and moments of pure doubt, but every sentence taught me that clarity comes with practice, voice emerges through mess, and stories demand honesty.
Articles in Print
Muhammad Omar Iftikhar has been a prolific contributor to Pakistan’s leading print and digital media publications since 2004. Over the past two decades, his diverse body of work—spanning more than 1,000 articles—has explored a wide array of genres, including literature, culture, technology, and societal trends, captivating readers with thought-provoking content for the curious mind. His insightful writing has appeared in prominent outlets, reflecting his ability to craft compelling narratives that resonate with diverse audiences.
Science Fiction Novel:
Divided Species (2020)
Divided Species breaks new ground as Karachi’s first homegrown science fiction novel. When the advanced Taleyken race from Planet Arplon launches a mission to Earth, their arrival ignites a clash of civilizations, forcing humanity to confront its deepest divisions. Blending social allegory with interstellar intrigue, the novel explores themes of identity, power, and what it means to coexist.
Sci-Fi Sports STORY
Player AI (2024)
When Pakistan’s cricket captain collapses months before the T20 World Cup, the nation turns to cutting-edge technology for salvation. Player AI delivers a gripping sci-fi twist on sports drama, following the controversial debut of an android designed to perfectly replicate the fallen star. As the synthetic player takes the field, the story explores humanity’s uneasy relationship with AI, asking: Can machines truly replace human spirit in the world’s most passionate sport?
Non-Fiction
20 Steps to Writing Articles & Recreate Your Tomorrow
In the non-fiction genre, Muhammad Omar Iftikhar has authored two impactful books. 20 Steps to Writing Articles (Daastan, 2022) serves as an essential manual for effective writing, guiding aspiring writers with practical strategies to craft compelling content. Recreate Your Tomorrow (The Little Book Company, 2023) explores the top 100 skills that youth must acquire to thrive in a dynamic world, offering actionable insights for personal and professional success.
Non-Fiction
Daastan Publishing
A four-time finalist in Daastan Publishing’s “The Stories Untold” nationwide writing competition, my short stories blend thought-provoking themes with immersive storytelling. Each piece explores power, resistance, and human resilience in unique settings:
Walking Through the Forest (2024)
Step into a world of literary discovery with this curated anthology of 80+
insightful book reviews published in Pakistan’s leading print media (2015-
2024). More than just a collection, Walking Through the Forest rekindles the
magic of reading – each review serving as a compass to navigate diverse
genres, uncover hidden gems, and reawaken your passion for the written
word. This eBook transforms casual reading into an immersive journey
through literature’s most captivating landscapes.
