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Chairman of SBA holds discussions with Colombian delegation visiting Sharjah

SCRF 2022 highlights included its exhaustive offering of new and bestselling titles by 139 publishers; the literary discussions and workshops led by distinguished authors, artists and creatives;

It also organised the first booksellers conference in the world

Bodour Al Qasimi said that the forum shows the Emirate's focus on inculcating a reading culture

Libraries are the cornerstone of inclusive, sustainable and forward-looking societies, and this annual initiative testifies to Sharjah’s unwavering commitment to investing in younger generations by empowering them with knowledge to advance their skills.

"Publishers will support you in this mission," she said adding that the industry will extend its full support to ensure that booksellers can continue achieving greater results.

The books will be stocked at branches of Sharjah Public Library

SHARJAH, 17th May, 2022 (WAM) -- Sheikha Bodour Al Qasimi, President of the International Publishers Association (IPA), reassured booksellers from 56 nations at the world’s first International Booksellers Conference in Sharjah, that they are not alone in promoting the culture of reading in their communities and reinforce people’s awareness about the importance of books. "Publishers will support you in this mission," she said adding that the industry will extend its full support to ...

Themed ‘Create Creativity’, the May 11 – 22 event in Expo Centre Sharjah will see creatives, authors and actors descend on the festival

1,900 activities, 139 publishers to feature at event from May 11 to 22 at Expo Centre