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This year, explore the evolution of Arabic travel literature as we delve into thrilling accounts of voyagers' experiences, examining the impact of time and technological...
Sustainability is our theme for the
The Republic of Türkiye holds significant sway in the realms of culture, art, literature and publishing. Special events at the Türkiye pavilion will offer visitors an...
Honouring Ibn Khaldun, a pioneering figure in modern sociology, the Focus Personality programme will delve into his remarkable achievements in various scientific fields and...
This year, explore the evolution of Arabic travel literature as we delve into thrilling accounts of voyagers' experiences, examining the impact of time and technological...
Sustainability is our theme for the
The Republic of Türkiye holds significant sway in the realms of culture, art, literature and publishing. Special events at the Türkiye pavilion will offer visitors an...
Honouring Ibn Khaldun, a pioneering figure in modern sociology, the Focus Personality programme will delve into his remarkable achievements in various scientific fields and...
This year, explore the evolution of Arabic travel literature as we delve into thrilling accounts of voyagers' experiences, examining the impact of time and technological...
Sustainability is our theme for the
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An Algerian publisher who holds the position of CEO of Al-Ikhtilaf Publishing House in Algeria.
An Algerian publisher who holds the position of CEO of Al-Ikhtilaf Publishing House in Algeria.
Shatha Sharar is an Emirati artist who grew up in an environment that fostered talent and creativity. She has a bachelor's degree in e-commerce from the Higher Colleges of Technology and a professional diploma in interior design from the University of Sharjah. She is passionate about art and has attended many artistic workshops through the years. Sharar is the daughter of renowned poet Rashid Sharar.
Scientist and Specialist in Human Behaviour
Scientist and Specialist in Human Behaviour
Khaled Ghattass is an accomplished scholar and intellectual. His academic background is impressive, having completed a BSc in Analytical Chemistry, an MSc in Organic Chemistry and a PhD in Cellular and Molecular Biology, specialising in breast cancer. He later pursued another MBA in Spain.
In addition to his scientific research, Ghattass is passionate about spreading awareness on topics that include human behaviour, positive psychology, decision-making, cultural diversity, poetry, philosophy and art. He uses his Facebook and YouTube accounts to share his knowledge and ideas, delivering his messages in unconventional, humorous and compelling manners.
Ghattass’ first book, Hypocrisy is Beautiful, comprises a collection of short philosophical stories that may seem unrelated at first glance but share a common theme as the stories delve into social and individual dilemmas facing the modern man.
Creative Director of Sandstorm
Creative Director of Sandstorm
Mohammad Alshaibani is an Emirati comic book artist and the creative director of Sandstorm. Born in Dubai, he received his bachelor of science in graphic design from the American University of Sharjah and his master of fine arts in sequential art from the Savannah College of Art and Design.
Alshaibani resides in Dubai where his drawing time is divided between finishing pages, publishing indie comics and chasing his nieces for his materials.
An Algerian publisher who holds the position of CEO of Al-Ikhtilaf Publishing House in Algeria.
An Algerian publisher who holds the position of CEO of Al-Ikhtilaf Publishing House in Algeria.
Shatha Sharar is an Emirati artist who grew up in an environment that fostered talent and creativity. She has a bachelor's degree in e-commerce from the Higher Colleges of Technology and a professional diploma in interior design from the University of Sharjah. She is passionate about art and has attended many artistic workshops through the years. Sharar is the daughter of renowned poet Rashid Sharar.
Scientist and Specialist in Human Behaviour
Scientist and Specialist in Human Behaviour
Khaled Ghattass is an accomplished scholar and intellectual. His academic background is impressive, having completed a BSc in Analytical Chemistry, an MSc in Organic Chemistry and a PhD in Cellular and Molecular Biology, specialising in breast cancer. He later pursued another MBA in Spain.
In addition to his scientific research, Ghattass is passionate about spreading awareness on topics that include human behaviour, positive psychology, decision-making, cultural diversity, poetry, philosophy and art. He uses his Facebook and YouTube accounts to share his knowledge and ideas, delivering his messages in unconventional, humorous and compelling manners.
Ghattass’ first book, Hypocrisy is Beautiful, comprises a collection of short philosophical stories that may seem unrelated at first glance but share a common theme as the stories delve into social and individual dilemmas facing the modern man.
Creative Director of Sandstorm
Creative Director of Sandstorm
Mohammad Alshaibani is an Emirati comic book artist and the creative director of Sandstorm. Born in Dubai, he received his bachelor of science in graphic design from the American University of Sharjah and his master of fine arts in sequential art from the Savannah College of Art and Design.
Alshaibani resides in Dubai where his drawing time is divided between finishing pages, publishing indie comics and chasing his nieces for his materials.
An Algerian publisher who holds the position of CEO of Al-Ikhtilaf Publishing House in Algeria.
An Algerian publisher who holds the position of CEO of Al-Ikhtilaf Publishing House in Algeria.
Shatha Sharar is an Emirati artist who grew up in an environment that fostered talent and creativity. She has a bachelor's degree in e-commerce from the Higher Colleges of Technology and a professional diploma in interior design from the University of Sharjah. She is passionate about art and has attended many artistic workshops through the years. Sharar is the daughter of renowned poet Rashid Sharar.
Khaled Ghattass is an accomplished scholar and intellectual. His academic background is impressive, having completed a BSc in Analytical Chemistry, an MSc in Organic Chemistry and a PhD in Cellular and Molecular Biology, specialising in breast cancer. He later pursued another MBA in Spain.
In addition to his scientific research, Ghattass is passionate about spreading awareness on topics that include human behaviour, positive psychology, decision-making, cultural diversity, poetry, philosophy and art. He uses his Facebook and YouTube accounts to share his knowledge and ideas, delivering his messages in unconventional, humorous and compelling manners.
Ghattass’ first book, Hypocrisy is Beautiful, comprises a collection of short philosophical stories that may seem unrelated at first glance but share a common theme as the stories delve into social and individual dilemmas facing the modern man.
Mohammad Alshaibani is an Emirati comic book artist and the creative director of Sandstorm. Born in Dubai, he received his bachelor of science in graphic design from the American University of Sharjah and his master of fine arts in sequential art from the Savannah College of Art and Design.
Alshaibani resides in Dubai where his drawing time is divided between finishing pages, publishing indie comics and chasing his nieces for his materials.
Shatha Sharar is an Emirati artist who grew up in an environment that fostered talent and creativity. She has a bachelor's degree in e-commerce from the Higher Colleges of Technology and a professional diploma in interior design from the University of Sharjah. She is passionate about art and has attended many artistic workshops through the years. Sharar is the daughter of renowned poet Rashid Sharar.
Forced to work, a young boy must one night face his biggest fear of darkness.
How can people understand the Arab world without reading its literature?
A young woman has a small and seemingly simple dream of swimming in the sea. She...
Calling all curious minds! Come join us for an exciting session with author Nahed Al...
Forced to work, a young boy must one night face his biggest fear of darkness.
How can people understand the Arab world without reading its literature?
A young woman has a small and seemingly simple dream of swimming in the sea. She...
Calling all curious minds! Come join us for an exciting session with author Nahed Al...
Forced to work, a young boy must one night face his biggest fear of darkness.
How can people understand the Arab world without reading its literature?
To advance publishing in the MENA region, we offer a full-fledged professional programme that covers everything from writing to translation, digital publishing, marketing, partnerships and copyright laws. Abu Dhabi International Book Fair also offers virtual training courses for publishers all year long in partnership with the Frankfurt Book Fair.
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