As the abu dhabi book fair celebrates its silver jubilee we look at how it has grown to become a diverse and rich event attracting publishers from all over the world. The abu dhabi international book fair is an annual book and publishing event held in abu dhabi, the capital of the united arab emirates. Sultan bin mohammed al qasimi, member of the supreme council and ruler of sharjah. Sultan bin muhammad al qasimi, who decried the cultural aggression of globalization. For all of you bookworms and aspiring writers out there, be sure to check out the abu dhabi international book fair from april 30th to may 5th the book fair will hold a variety of comprehensive workshops and seminars on marketing, distribution and digital publishing to give young writers perspective on the inside operations of the writing industry. Inaugurated 29 years ago by the late sheikh zayed bin sultan al nahyan, the fair has gained a global reputation as a leading literary trade and cultural event in the region. Returning for the 37th year, the sharjah international book fair features 11 days of writing workshops, poetry readings, book signings, cookery demonstrations and childrens activities. Touring the fair, which this year is bigger than ever, occupying 31,962sqm of exhibition space, shaikh abdullah stopped at various government pavilions and publisher booths, particularly taking his time at the abu dhabi education council, to join young school students in their free book reading stop over.
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Abu dhabi international book fair organised by department of culture and tourism abu dhabi the international and the most ambitious and fastgrowing book fair, with more than 500,000 titles on display each year returns with worlds leading publishing houses, book sellers and readers from across the world and to a vibrant commercial marketplace. Home to hundreds of brands with their newest collections. The move is a precautionary measure to protect public health. The sharjah international book fair sibf is one of the most important literary events and trade fairs in the arab world along with the abu dhabi international book fair. Ferrari world abu dhabi vlog january 2018 duration. Cultural, professional, education and, for the first time, special events. Abu dhabi international book fair 2015 release info imdb. Marleen at the 2016 turin book fair, at the end of her 5week european tour. The 32nd sharjah international book fair was launched yesterday, november 6, by hh sheikh dr. Bride runs from 30 january 2 nd february 20 at abu dhabi national exhibition centre. Abu dhabi international book fair is the most ambitious and fastest growing book fair in the middle east and north africa. Louvre abu dhabi the louvre abu dhabi is a museum, located in abu dhabi, uae.
Abu dhabi art brings together art connoisseurs and artists everywhere for a unique version of an art fair, with quality artwork from across the globe. Abu dhabi international book fair department of culture. Nov 11, 2015 sharjah international book fair 2015 events in sharjah, uae sharja international book fair sharjah international book fair sibf was launched in 1982 under the guidance and patronage of his highness sheikh dr. Abu dhabi international book fair 2018 happens in abu dhabi, uae united arab emirates apr, 2018 focus on books. Abu dhabi unveils exciting details of abu dhabi international book. The abu dhabi international book fair is an annual book fair held in abu dhabi. Sharjah airport shj to abu dhabi 4 ways to travel via. Abu dhabi is a driving force behind the professional and commercial development of. The fair is held annually in the city of sharjah, united arab emirates. Abu dhabi international book fair is a tradeshow intended to the general public, and. This is an exciting time of the year for the book lovers of sharjah, dubai and other uae emirates.
Abu dhabi international book fair adibf is the most diverse book fair in the region. Abu dhabi book fair will be starting on 24 apr and finishing on 30 apr 2019 the fair will be hosted at the abu dhabi national exhibition centre in abu dhabi, uae abu dhabi book fair is to be a stage where several noteworthy solutions and products tend to be put on show. Nyuad students participate in 20 abu dhabi international book fair. The department of culture and tourism abu dhabi has postponed the 30th edition of abu dhabi international book fair, which was scheduled to take place on 15 until 21 april 2020, at the abu dhabi national exhibition center, until 23 to 29 may 2021. Abu dhabi book fair abu dhabi international book fair 2019. The nyuad arabic department takes students to the abu dhabi international book fair to learn more about the world of arab and international literature. Featuring more than 400 literary events and a stellar lineup of authors, this annual book fair is one of the worlds largest. Oct 21, 2016 sharjah international book fair 2016 dates, timings, location, contact 35th edition of the prestigious sharjah international book festival is at our doorsteps.
The 14 uae events not to miss this season the first four months of 2014 are packed with things to do. The event is held under the patronage of the crown prince of abu dhabi mohammed bin zayed al nahyan and organized by kitab, a joint venture between the abu dhabi authority for culture and heritage and the frankfurt book fair. Abu dhabi international book fair logo the abu dhabi international book fair is an annual book fair held in abu dhabi. Nyuad students participate in 20 abu dhabi international.
The 14 uae events not to miss this season the national. Apr 14, 2014 for all of you bookworms and aspiring writers out there, be sure to check out the abu dhabi international book fair from april 30th to may 5th the book fair will hold a variety of comprehensive workshops and seminars on marketing, distribution and digital publishing to give young writers perspective on the inside operations of the writing industry. Winner of the 20 international prize for arab fiction arab booker, saud al sanousi talks about his ipafwinning book, the bamboo stalk. Since 2007 it has been organised by kitab, a joint venture between the abu dhabi authority for culture and heritage and the frankfurt book fair. Abu dhabi international book fair 2018 abu dhabi, uae. In 2019, abu dhabi international book fair aims to present an expanded and greatly enhanced cultural and entertainment programme, in collaboration with the emirates literature foundation. Abu dhabi book fair has 984 photos and videos on their instagram profile. Held under the patronage of his highness sheikh mohamed bin zayed al nahyan, crown prince of abu dhabi and deputy supreme commander of the uae armed forces, abu dhabi international book fair is a major initiative that seeks to develop regional publishing industry and promote reading in. The abu dhabi international book fair is held every year in a relaxed atmosphere of businessmany editors, translators, librarians, booksellers, illustrators, journalists and other professionals regularly attend the book fair in abu dhabi, and profit from its unique setting for business and professional growth. Abu dhabi international book fair may 23, 2021 may 29, 2021 adnec, abu dhabi international book fair adibf is the most diverse book fair in the region. Here are 14 in both abu dhabi and dubai from concerts to food festivals to book fairs so. Prize for arabic fiction 20 will be announced at an awards ceremony in abu dhabi on 23 april 20. Abu dhabi international book fair 2020 abu dhabi books.
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