Our Story
The journey of eKetab: Connecting readers and preserving cultural heritage through digital literature.
Hazrat Bilal
Founder & CEO
The eKetab Vision
Founded in 2023, eKetab was born from a simple yet powerful idea: to make reading accessible, enjoyable, and affordable for everyone in the digital age. What began as a modest collection of independent publications has grown into a rich and diverse library of thousands of ebooks across countless genres. At the heart of eKetab is a passion for storytelling and community. Our founder, Hazrat Bilal—an avid reader and advocate for literacy—envisioned a platform not just for accessing books, but for connecting readers. Whether it's discovering new authors, sharing recommendations, or engaging with fellow book lovers, eKetab fosters a space where reading becomes an experience, not just an activity.
Our Mission
At eKetab, we believe in the transformative power of reading and cultural representation. Our mission is to connect readers with stories that inspire, educate, and entertain, while providing authors—especially those from underrepresented communities—with a platform to share their voices with the world.
Accessibility
Making reading accessible to everyone, everywhere, on any device
Community
Building connections between readers, authors, and cultural communities
Cultural Heritage
Preserving and promoting diverse literary traditions and underrepresented voices
We believe in preserving and promoting cultural heritage through literature, and we are proud to provide a platform that highlights voices often underrepresented in the global literary scene.
— Hazrat Bilal, Founder
Our Community
Today, eKetab serves users in more than 50 countries and continues to grow, thanks to partnerships with publishers and independent writers worldwide. While we welcome readers from all backgrounds, eKetab holds a special place for Afghan communities—especially Pashtun readers—wherever they are in the world. We believe in preserving and promoting cultural heritage through literature, and we are proud to provide a platform that highlights voices often underrepresented in the global literary scene. With a vision for the future, eKetab aims to expand its reach and offerings to serve even more communities around the globe. As long as there is a love for reading, eKetab will be here—anytime, anywhere, on any device.
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