He studied Turkic literature. He translated many Russian, Armenian, Ukraine and Uzbek writers. However, his main work is a book "Don't want to lose hope" and an essay "Letters to my son." In these works he described his vision of history and our days and simple principles of life - be honest to yourself, respect elderly people, avoid jealousy, don't believe hypocrites, believe in your dream and strive to it.
Nemat Kelimbetov was bed-ridden for many years, however, he could realize himself as a talented writer and brought up his children. Kelimbetov used his rich life experience in his works.