With a fusion of lively songs, interactive riddles, and captivating light displays, the Kuwaiti theatre troupe ALJ Sisters dazzled young audiences and families at the 43rd Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2024) with their engaging play, Traino. This unique theatrical experience follows three spirited girls on a magical train journey through multiple countries, promoting cultural […]

The 43rd Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) turned into an exciting playground for curious young inventors on Friday as they learnt all about combining art and science to build their own prototypes of LED-lit mini robots. Guided through the basics of electrical circuits and LEDs, young participants explored creative engineering in a fun, interactive environment […]

If Aladdin rode a flying carpet in the Middle Eastern fable from the Arabian Nights or famed Moroccan traveller Ibn Battuta crossed half the globe and wrote about his adventures, an intrepid girl was transported across the kingdom of Morocco and its marvellous cities in a modern-day Moroccan tale read out to young children at […]

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House of Wisdom (HoW) is gearing up to host the exhibition “Rumi: 750 Years of Absence…Eight Centuries of Presence,” in Sharjah, as part of the emirate’s preparations for the inaugural Tanweer Festival. Under the patronage of Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) and Founder and Visionary […]

The 14th Sharjah Publishers Conference, organised by the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) ahead of the 43rd Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF), has come to a successful conclusion, marking another impactful year for global publishing. This year’s event officially sponsored by Du, included 2,993 matchmaking sessions and 31 roundtable discussions and workshops, hosting 1,146 publishers and […]

His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, marked a significant moment for UAE heritage with the unveiling of Mleiha: Ancient Treasures of the UAE, a landmark publication produced by the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) in collaboration with Assouline Publishing. Attending the launch […]

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, the 43rd Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2024) will open its doors on Wednesday, welcoming over 2,520 publishers from 112 countries, and celebrating Morocco as the Guest of Honour, with its rich heritage […]

Over the past five years, the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) has redefined the role of book fairs, awarding over AED 16 million in prizes and grants to establish itself as a leading force on the global cultural map. Under the visionary guidance of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of […]

The Sharjah Literary Agency (SLA) is solidifying its standing as a powerhouse in the global literary market by adding nearly 250 titles to its ever-expanding portfolio. This curated collection spans multiple genres and features a distinguished roster of acclaimed Arab and international authors, including recipients of some of the most prestigious literary honours worldwide. SLA’s […]