Kalimat brings the magic of children and young adult’s books to life at SIBF 2023

Kalimat brings the magic of children and young adult’s books to life at SIBF 2023

At its pavilion, which runs under the theme ‘Child’s Imagination Unveiled’

Sharjah, November 8, 2023,

Kalimat, a division of the Kalimat Group, has been captivating young attendees to the 42nd Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2023), which is currently taking place until November 12, through its dedicated pavilion, enchantingly themed ‘Child’s Imagination Unveiled.’

Within this immersive literary showcase, Kalimat presents an array of engaging activities designed to stimulate young imaginations through creative discovery. As a special nod to South Korea, the Guest of Honour at SIBF 2023, there’s a whimsical Korean-inspired photobooth where children can capture memories with captivating Kalimat book-themed props and accessories, adding an extra layer of enchantment to their fair experience.

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“Abs are made in the kitchen”, says celebrity fitnessexpert Yasmin Karachiwala at SIBF 2023

“Abs are made in the kitchen”, says celebrity fitness
expert Yasmin Karachiwala at SIBF 2023

Her latest book The Perfect 10 is right for those who shun exercise because of time constraints

Sharjah, November 8, 2023

“Results are about how you feel –  are you waking up brighter, sleeping better, feeling less stressed or doing day-to-day tasks without groaning,” pointed out celebrity fitness coach Yasmin Karachiwala as she listed the benefits of keeping fit at the 42nd Sharjah International Book Fair.

Karachiwala, who has a fitness studio, was discussing her new book The Perfect 10: 10 minute workouts you can do anywhere with film journalist Manju Ramanan.

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Max Seeck tells students at SIBF 2023

Just write if you want to be a writer, bestselling crime fiction author Max Seeck tells students at SIBF 2023

King of Nordic Noir known for books like The Witch Hunter, The Ice Coven and The Last Grudge tells young attendees not to wait for the right time or the right story


Sharjah, November 08, 2023

It was an enriching morning for hundreds of students at the 42nd Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) as they got up close and personal with bestselling Finnish author celebrated for his gripping and intricately woven crime novels Max Seeck.

During a freewheeling chat, Seeck brought the pages of his books to life, giving the young attendees a rare opportunity to explore the mind behind the many superhit mysteries.

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10th Sharjah International Library Conference

On the sidelines of SIBF 2023

Role of AI in enhancing visitor experience & library services discussed at 10th Sharjah International Library Conference

Library experts and stakeholders from around the world and the
convene for a dynamic two-day immersion into learning and networking

  • Ahmed Al Ameri: We have achieved significant accomplishments in emphasising the role of the library in building communities, welcoming over 700,000 visitors between 2019 and 2023 to our public libraries in Sharjah.
  • Emily Drabinski: It is a privilege to be in a place [Sharjah] that truly understands the transformative potential of libraries, [and] its role in cultivating environments conducive to reading.
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1 Billion Followers Summit brings together 3,000 Content Creators, Influencers and Creatives

New Media Academy hosts the largest event of its kind globally

1 Billion Followers Summit brings together 3,000 Content Creators, Influencers and Creatives

from around the World in Dubai on January 10th

UAE, Dubai – 08 November 2023: The world’s biggest gathering for content creation and creators, the 1 Billion Followers Summit, is returning to Dubai for its second edition in January next year. Organised by the first digital media institution of its kind in the Middle East, New Media Academy, the UAE’s premier hub for content creation will take place on January 10-11, 2024, at the Emirates Towers and the Museum of the Future in Dubai.

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