Booker-winning Bulgarian author explores time, memory and the
human spirit during a Sharjah International Book Fair discussion

Sharjah, November 10, 2024

Esteemed Bulgarian novelist, poet and playwright Georgi Gospodinov left his Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) audience enriched with reflections on themes that characterise his globally acclaimed works – memory, time and human resilience.

Folk tales don’t die; they adapt to changing times & narrative styles, say authors at SIBF 2024

During a literary discussion at the Sharjah International Book Fair, authors talk about the enduring impact of traditional stories, calling them sources of inspiration that enrich societies and shape collective identities

Sharjah, November 10, 2024

In a thought-provoking panel titled “Echoes of the Past: The Universal Language of Folk Tales and Historical Fiction,” celebrated authors Tahir Shah and Dr. AbdulAziz Al Musallam delved into the timeless power of folk tales and their continued relevance at the ongoing 43rd Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF). Moderated by Huda Al Shamsi, the discussion highlighted how these narratives bridge cultures, transmit values, and build identities across generations.