In Egypt, a new publisher for the Naguib Mahfouz estate’s Arabic-language rights means a fresh outreach to younger readers.
Cheering 25 Years: A Celebration of ‘Banipal Magazine’
Set to close after 25 years of translating contemporary Arabic literature into English, the Banipal Magazine team celebrated its legacy.
Arabic Language Centre Issues Rights Grants, Signs UAEU Agreement
Publishing houses in 16 countries are to benefit from the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre’s ‘Spotlight on Rights’ grants.
Sheikh Zayed Book Award Expands Its Frankfurt Cultural Programming
The Sheikh Zayed Book Award at Frankfurter Buchmesse adds a networking reception for publishers, translators, and partners.
Kalimat Foundation Completes a 1,500-Book Donation in Morocco
The Kalimat Foundation’s Moroccan donations include accessible Arabic-language books for youngsters and young-adult readers.
At Frankfurter Buchmesse: Sheikh Zayed Book Award Programming
The Sheikh Zayed Book Award at Frankfurter Buchmesse will present two panel discussions on Arabic literature and publishing.
Frankfurter Buchmesse and the Arabic Language Centre: Expert Training Program
The new program piloted in late August brought together Frankfurt and Abu Dhabi players in book-fair strategy and presentation.
Sheikh Zayed Book Award Opens Its 17th Round of Submissions
After honoring its 2022 winners, the United Arab Emirates’ Sheikh Zayed Book Award issues a call for 2023 submissions.
At France’s Maghreb Orient des Livres: The Algerian War Anniversary
Paris’ Maghreb Orient des Livres, which celebrates literature from the Middle East and North Africa, focused this year on the six-year Algerian War and independence from France.
Abu Dhabi International Book Fair’s Final Exhibitor Tally: 1,130 Publishers
Exhibiting publishers from more than 80 nations participated in an Abu Dhabi International Book Fair that staged more than 650 events.