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His Highness Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah today inaugurated the 36th edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF).
Dr. Sheikh Sultan inaugurates the 36th edition of the #SharjahInternationalBookFair #sibf2017 https://t.co/M9FlkSi7dGWith more than 1.5 million books on display, it's time to get your reading glasses on.
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ACTIVITIES TO KEEP YOU BUSY Get with the times What: The 'Future Zone' Where: Hall 1 When: Throughout SIBF This is a dedicated zone for publishers and distributors of e-books and audio books. This zone was initiated in response to the huge number of online book sales with an aim to meeting the demands of the digital era A rare glimpse What: Everlasting Readings (Birmingham Quran Manuscript: Study of the Origin) Where: Cultural Cafes When: November 2, 8pm The University of Birmingham holds one of the oldest manuscripts of the Qur'an, belonging to the early seventh century. Learn about this significance of this ancient artefact Wanna get your book signed? What: Book signing corner Where: Hall 3 When: Throughout SIBF A highlight of the fair will be the book signing opportunities for fans, bookworms and culture enthusiasts who will deepen their love of reading even further through the 'Book Signing Corner', which will host over 200 events by renowned local, regional and international authors. A super encounter What: Meet and greet a super hero Where: Hall 7 When: November 1, 7pm Come to this meet and greet with a comic book superhero! Split your sides with a good laugh at a special comedy act, just for you! Dress to impress What: The Virtual Dresser (photo booth) Where: Hall 7 When November 3, 3.30pm Want to become your favourite comic character? Step up to our ultra-cool mirror, scroll through twenty different comic costumes, take your pick, and see yourself as your favourite character |
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