Urdu Books World

22/08/2026

We are Exhibiting as Pakistan Pavilion. Stand No: 5E24

15/07/2026

Very important

بدأ العدّ التنازلي لعودة معرض الشارقة الدولي للكتاب.
يعود من جديد العالم الذي يجمع الناشرين، والكتّاب، والقرّاء في الشارقة، ليحتفي بالكتب، والأفكار، وصناعة المعرفة.

من 4 إلى 15 نوفمبر 2026.
مركز إكسبو الشارقة

⁣ #الشارقة⁣ #الإمارات

19/06/2026

📚 شارجہ بک سیلرز کانفرنس 2026 میں ہمارے ساتھ شامل ہوں!
ہمیں یہ بتاتے ہوئے بے حد خوشی ہو رہی ہے کہ اردو بکس ورلڈ (Urdu Books World) باوقار شارجہ بک سیلرز کانفرنس 2026 میں شرکت کر رہی ہے!

یہ بین الاقوامی کانفرنس کتابوں کی صنعت سے وابستہ افراد — جیسے کہ بک سیلرز، ڈسٹری بیوٹرز، پبلشرز اور عالمی نمائندوں — کے لیے ایک بہترین پلیٹ فارم ہے، جہاں ہم تجربات کا تبادلہ کر سکیں گے اور نئے کاروباری مواقع تلاش کریں گے۔

🗓 ایونٹ کی تفصیلات:
تاریخ: 19 ستمبر (ہفتہ) اور 20 ستمبر (اتوار) 2026

مقام: ایکسپو سینٹر، شارجہ، متحدہ عرب امارات

📢 کیا آپ بھی شامل ہونا چاہتے ہیں؟
شارجہ بک اتھارٹی کی جانب سے رجسٹریشن کا عمل شروع ہو چکا ہے۔ صنعت کے اس اہم عالمی اجتماع کا حصہ بننے کا سنہری موقع ضائع نہ کریں!

رجسٹریشن کیسے کریں:
🔗 ویب سائٹ وزٹ کریں: https://sharjahbooksellers.ae
⚠️ آخری تاریخ: براہ کرم 30 جون 2026 تک اپنی رجسٹریشن مکمل کریں۔

آئیں، مل کر کتابوں کی صنعت کے مستقبل کو ایک نئی شکل دیں! ہمیں آپ کا انتظار رہے گا۔ 📖✨

#کتابیں #ادب

19/06/2026

📚 Join Urdu Books World at the Sharjah Booksellers Conference 2026!
We are thrilled to announce that Urdu Books World will be participating in the prestigious Sharjah Booksellers Conference 2026!

This global gathering is the perfect platform for industry leaders—including booksellers, distributors, and publishers—to connect, share experiences, and explore new horizons in the world of books. We can’t wait to represent our community and foster new collaborations in the heart of the UAE.

🗓 Event Details:
Dates: Saturday, 19th September – Sunday, 20th September 2026

Location: Expo Centre, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

📢 Are you interested in joining us?

The Sharjah Book Authority has officially opened registration for all industry professionals. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of an international meeting of minds!

How to register:
🔗 Visit: https://sharjahbooksellers.ae

⚠️ Deadline: Please ensure you register no later than 30th June 2026.

Let’s shape the future of the book industry together! We hope to see you there. 📖✨

19/06/2026

Happy Eid to all.

19/05/2026

A great opportunity

19/05/2026

📚✨ Global Literary Update: Highlights from the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC) Newsletter (May 2026, Issue 11)! ✨📚

Adab (literature) knows no boundaries. Today, we are bringing our Urdu Books World community some exciting updates from the global literary stage, courtesy of the latest ALC Newsletter! From prestigious awards to deep dives into contemporary fiction, here is what’s making waves:

🏆 1. Celebrating the 20th Sheikh Zayed Book Award Winners
Eight brilliant creators from diverse cultural backgrounds have officially won this year’s prestigious Sheikh Zayed Book Award—one of the Arab world's most influential literary honors. It’s a beautiful reminder of how storytelling unites us all across different languages and cultures.

✍️ 2. Call for Writers! Nominations Open for the 21st Edition
Are you a writer, translator, or researcher? Nominations are officially OPEN for the next cycle of the Sheikh Zayed Book Award! The ALC has launched an updated, fully digital application platform to make submitting your work smoother than ever.

📖 3. Author Spotlight: Said Khatibi on the Fragility of Memory
The newsletter features a fascinating interview with acclaimed Algerian novelist Said Khatibi about his deeply reflective work, "I Resist the River's Current" (أكتب مجرى النهر). Khatibi shares how his writing acts as a profound meditation on the fragility of memory and history—themes that we, as lovers of Urdu novels and prose, hold incredibly close to our hearts.

Urdu Books World is always thrilled to see literature thriving globally. Let’s celebrate these stories that keep the essence of human experience alive!

👉 Read the full newsletter below

💬 Discussion Time: Have you ever read translated Arabic literature? Which global authors have left a lasting impression on you? Let us know in the comments! 👇

13/05/2026

Big news for women in the UAE creative industry! 🌟📖

PublisHer Pathways is here to open doors. '
This new partnership between and Motivate Media Group offers a unique 4-week internship for women looking to master the world of publishing.
From editorial development to digital strategy, five women per cycle will get an inside look at how a major media house operates. ✨ Why apply?
✅ Masterclasses with industry giants.
✅ Real-world projects (no "observing from a distance"!).
✅ Certified recognition at the Sharjah Booksellers Conference. H.H. Bodour Al Qasimi says this is a direct response to making the transition into professional publishing easier and more accessible. We couldn't agree more! 🕊️ 🔗 Link in Bio to apply! (Applications close June 30, 2026).

13/05/2026

Empowering the Next Generation of Women in Publishing! 🖋️✨

At Urdu Books World, we are inspired by initiatives that strengthen our literary community.

We are thrilled to share that PublisHer, founded by H.H. Bodour Al Qasimi, has partnered with Motivate Media Group to launch "PublisHer Pathways".

This immersive four-week internship is designed specifically for early- and mid-career women in the UAE to bridge the gap between education and a professional career in media.

What does the programme offer?

Hands-on Experience: Rotations through Editorial, Marketing, Advertising, and Digital Strategy. Mentorship: Direct access to senior industry leaders and individual guidance.

Networking: Graduates join the prestigious PublisHer Alumnae Network. We believe that supporting women in publishing enriches the stories we all love to read.

📚📅 Key Dates : Applications Close: 30 June 2026.

First Cohort Starts: 3 August 2026.

📍 Apply now at: www.womeninpublishing.org