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Poetry
Desired, Not Known
by Iman Shehryar
A raw meditation on longing and self-worth, examining desire, vulnerability, and the quiet cost of being wanted without ever being fully seen or understood.
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Iman Shehryar
I’m Iman, a 22 year old psychology student who loves to write. Writing has always been my favourite form of art to express myself. I think it’s extremely beautiful to express yourself through words.
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The TWS Review 2025
The TWS Review is Pakistan’s leading annual literary magazine, presenting a curated selection of the year’s most compelling writing. Published by TWS Publications, the magazine brings together voices that define and challenge the contemporary literary landscape. The 2025 issue features a diverse range of poetry, fi...
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