Sharjah International Book Fair to begin on October 31

Sharjah - This edition of the SIBF will have over 1,000 publishers from around the world.

The 37th edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) will be held from October 31 to November 10 at the Sharjah Expo Centre, organisers have announced.

According to the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), the 11-day event will witness participation of leading Arab and international writers, artists, intellectuals, cultural personalities, chefs and performers. Featured programmes will include discussions, debates, literary seminars, poetry readings, workshops for children and adults, cultural shows and edutainment exercises.

This edition of the SIBF will have over 1,000 publishers from around the world.

Ahmed Al Ameri, chairman of SBA, said: "The fair is much more than an annual 11-day fair. It is now an essential component of the world's collective sociocultural memory. The SIBF is a unique experience for everyone who visits or is part of the fair - there are those who buy their first book; some others visit to enhance cultural relations; and some come searching for the author who changed their life.

"The SIBF is a valuable opportunity for parents to ignite in their children a fondness for books and reading, and inspire a curiosity among them to learn about the world they live in."

Al Ameri noted that the event is an annual opportunity for people to be introduced to a "one-of-a-kind cultural extravaganza", where multiple nationalities come together to share their experiences and explore other cultures. "In doing so, the SIBF extends Sharjah's efforts to build strong bridges of communication with the world."

The SIBF is one of the top three book fairs in the world.

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