One of the best ways to learn a language is by reading it! Below are works of fiction, poetry, and even films that are in Punjabi.
"This is the first novel by a young Punjabi writer of British Columbia (Canada)" - India Bookworld
Find this book at the Abbotsford Library (2nd floor) under PK 2659 S66 N35 2020
"This is a recent Punjabi novel by a very popular writer based in British Columbia, and deals with the parents of a different kind., Canada. Nadeem Sahib has written many books and has received awards for his outstanding contributions to the Punjabi literature." - India Bookworld
Find this book at the Abbotsford Library (2nd floor) under PK 2659 P3237 M36 2021
"This is a most recent Punjabi novel by a very popular writer based in BC, Canada." - India Bookworld
Find this book at the Abbotsford Library (2nd floor) under PK 2659 P3237 P37 2020
"Novel depicts revolutionary party's achievements & sacrifices for Indian Independence." - WorldCat
Find this book at the Abbotsford Library (2nd floor) under PK 2659 S514 I4 2020
Social novel inspiring women to uplift their search for independence.
Find this book at the Abbotsford Library (2nd floor) under PK 2659 S514 S86 1998
"This is a collection of beautiful poems by a popular South Asian writer, Harsharan Kaur from Vancouver." - India Bookworld
Find this book at the Abbotsford Library (2nd floor) under PK 2659 H327 S56 2019
"This is recent collection of Ghazals by a Canadian writer based in Surrey who is actively involved in the Ghazal Manch Surrey." - India Bookworld
Find this book at the Abbotsford Library (2nd floor) under PK 2659 G38 S86 2020
"Tuttey Sitaaray Chugdyan- is a collection of beautiful Ghazals by a famous Canadian Punjabi writer- Rajwant Raj, and is published by the Ghazal Manch Surrey, BC. " - India Bookworld
Find this book at the Abbotsford Library (2nd floor) under PK 2659 R335 2021
"This title narrates story of the parrots who live peacefully on a Margosa tree but feel threatened as some bees start to build their hive there. The Queen Bee convinces them that she means no harm, and the parrots allow the bees in their tree. In time, everyone learns that harmonious coexistence is a beautiful thing." - India Bookworld
Find this book at the Abbotsford Library (2nd floor) under PZ 90 P3 G8737 2016
"This title narrates story of a mouse digs a hole and finds a stump. He trades his treasure for a better one, exploiting the situation until he loses everything. Children and grownups alike will cherish this delightful tale that teaches us that we don’t end up better off by taking advantage of others." - India Bookworld
Find this book at the Abbotsford Library (2nd floor) under PZ 90 P3 G873 2016
Join Ajeet and Raakha as they explore their favorite holiday, Lohri, in this introduction to the winter harvest festival of Punjab, India. Poems throughout are in English and Punjabi. A Romanized Punjabi transliteration of all pages is at the end of the book to aid in pronunciation.
Find this book at the Abbotsford Library (2nd floor) under PZ 90 P3 D496 2015
The UFV Library has a vast collection of print and electronic books and videos for students to use for their studies. Remember: when accessing resources off-campus, users will be prompted to enter their UFV credentials to gain access.
Example subject and keyword searches (click on the links to see the lists of related books and videos):
The Library uses a call number system to organize all the books on the shelves. Books are arranged within categories that are sorted alphabetically and numerically. When looking for the 'call numbers' on the spines of the books - read them from top to bottom, and left to right.
Punjabi fiction and poetry will be under the PK 2659 section. Children level reading materials can be found under PZ 90 P3. At the Abbotsford Campus Library, these books will be up on the second floor towards the back near the windows (the second row of shelves); see the red start on the map below. Dictionaries will be on the first floor to the left of the lounge seating area in the middle of the Library; see the red start on the map below.
Abbotsford Library 2nd Floor - Punjabi Literature Abbotsford Library 1st Floor - Punjabi Dictionaries
Make sure to bring your student ID in order to borrow print books. Please ask the Library staff at the desk if you have any questions about finding items!
Public libraries will have more resources for youth and fiction works as their mission is to serve their communities. If you cannot find a title you are looking for at UFV Library, try a public library!