28 March – 2 April 2012
22 January 2012
The 22nd Abu Dhabi International Book Fair will open its door to international and local visitors from 28 March 2012. Packed with cultural debates and business panels the six day event promises to offer the attendees the best in literature, professional seminars, illustration as well as activities for the young readers. ADIBF is pleased to have United Kingdom as the Country of Focus for 2012 showcasing the finest in British literature, culture and the publishing sector.
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, the ADIBF will be a platform for the publishing sector to convene in the capital for six days and exhibit the greatest in book titles, digital content for e-books, apps as well as cultural debates. The ADIBF will host a diverse range of professional and …read more >
12 October 2011 | United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom have relished a long standing historical relationship by virtue of culture, bi-lateral exchanges and trade. The United Kingdom with its rich history has played a critical role in influencing international cultural tastes – from a century’s worth of wealth in literature, great educational institutions to art and museums. Hence it comes as no surprise that the spotlight will be on the United Kingdom as the Country of Focus at the 22nd Abu Dhabi International Book Fair in 2012. The six-day leading literary and professional event will run from 28 March – 2 April at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, the most modern exhibition centre in the world.
Abu Dhabi Authority for Culture and Heritage (ADACH) made this official announcement at the 63rd Frankfurt Book Fair in which ADACH and Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF) participated. ADIBF attended the book fair …read more >
The Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF) announced that for the 2012 ADIBF all Arab publishers and exhibitors will be able to benefit from the generous 50% discount on their registration fee. This message from Abu Dhabi Authority for Culture and Heritage and Abu Dhabi International Book Fair is aimed at supporting the attendance of the Arab exhibitors and publishers.
Arab exhibitors and publishers continue to be passionate and committed to the publishing industry and have an increasing aspiration to be present at literary events and interact with publishing sector professionals. Also in 2012, ADIBF will continue to boost rights deals with the “Spotlight on Rights” initiative, offering funding for rights deals with Arab publishers at ADIBF. International as well as Arab publishers will benefit from KALIMA‘s activities, the project funding translations into the Arab language. One such project is the initiative called “Jusoor” (Bridges) an initiative which is …read more >
More than 150 children’s books from South Korea will be displayed at the aisle of the Abu Dhabi Authority for Culture and Heritage (ADACH) as part of the activities of ‘Al Ain Reads’ Book Show, which will be held in October 2-8 in the oasis city of Al Ain.
The presence of South Korean books in the fair is a new step towards consolidating cultural and knowledge cooperation between South Korea and the UAE in line with the strategic diplomatic, economic and educational ties between them.
This cooperation is also the fruit of Abu Dhabi’s cultural opening on the world’s different cultures and languages, in which Kalima, the translation project of ADACH, plays a big part. Kalima aims to provide all the latest of the world’s cultures, sciences and literature, and does not rely only on English or French as quasi-unique sources.
The South Korean section at ADACH aisle highlights the size of this cultural cooperation, which was established during …read more >
25 September 2011 | It is back to school and back to Al Ain Reads (AAR) Book Show at the oasis city of Al Ain. Abu Dhabi Authority for Culture and Heritage and KITAB will once again bring books, authors, poets, artists and Emirati cultural activities back for all book lovers from 2 – 8 October 2011 at the new extension of the Al Ain Mall.
The week long activities will be a platform where visitors of all ages can explore more about the Emirati culture and heritage, meet local authors, poets and find all the books they desire in Arabic as well as English. Additional to a vast number of books the show will also feature storytelling highlighting the Emirati culture and heritage, authors reading from their own work as well a unique opportunity to know more about ‘how books develop into screenplays’ a session led by popular Emirati actor and film director Nawaf Al-Janahi and last but by no means the least a display of …read more >
Programme Highlights
15 – 20 March 2011
The Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF), which celebrates its 21st anniversary this year, originally started life in a modest marquee with just 70 exhibitors. Today, it is held in the state-of-the-art Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre and attracts exhibitors from all over the world – including Brazil and Peru, who will join this year’s list of participating countries for the first time.
India’s cutely named Wink e-reader will be on display and available to buy in the Middle East for the first time, courtesy of E C Media (International). The nifty little gadget is supported by 15 different languages and electronically offers 200,000+ book titles, making it a very attractive …read more >
Leading French authors, artists, business figures and scholars
to participate in Middle East’s most trusted book fair
15 – 20 March
France has nurtured for a long time a passion for culture in all its dimensions – from literature and art to food, fashion and film. France’s authors and artists will be taking centre stage again as the Cultural Focus of this year’s Abu Dhabi International Book Fair. The six-day event will run from 15 – 20 March at the city’s National Exhibition Centre.
The Fair’s organisers have attracted some of France’s leading cultural figures, who through intellectual debate, educational activities and public events will showcase what French culture represents today across the publishing industry, art and life.
“Over the past few years France has been steadily increasing its cultural presence in the UAE, not least with the building of Le Louvre Abu Dhabi,” says …read more >
21ST ANNIVERSARY IN SPRING 2011
15 – 20 March 2011
Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre
The Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF) – the most prestigious and trusted publishing event in the Middle East will celebrate its 21st anniversary next year.
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, the ADIBF is known for showcasing quality and diverse publications and titles in numerous languages, antiquarian exhibits and e-publishing content. The event brings together a range of professional panels, interactive literary debates and upholds international copyright standards.
It is for these reasons that this major cultural event not only continues to enjoy popularity with the local community, but also, increasingly, it is becoming a “must-attend” event for …read more >
7 – 11 November 2011
Abu Dhabi | 3 November 2010
The new round of the Publishers Training in Abu Dhabi commences this week reinforcing the
Abu Dhabi Authority of Culture and Heritage and KITAB’s commitment to professionalising the publishing sector and creating more opportunities for the publishers. These platforms offer the opportunities for publishers to network and be introduced to international best practices increasing their potential to of doing business with their international counterparts. A group of 30 enthusiastic publishing professionals will join the second round of the much acclaimed Publishers Training commencing from 7 – 11 November in Abu Dhabi at the NYU campus. Delegates will be joining us from Tunisia, Iran, Iraq, Syria, Jordan, Lebanon, Nigeria, Malaysia, Cyprus as well as UAE.
KITAB in collaboration with the NYU‐School of Continuing and Professional Studies ‐ Center for Publishing, …read more >
14 October 2010 | The beautiful city of Al Ain will once again buzz with books and activities for all book lovers, when KITAB supported by the Abu Dhabi Authority for Culture and Heritage return with the second edition of the Al Ain Reads (AAR) Book Show on 17 October at Bawadi Mall in Al Ain.
This year Al Ain Reads Book Show will have a new addition to its range of events featuring the Emirati culture and heritage. Events will focus on Emirati authors, weaving demonstration and previewing of the heritage documentary which promises to offer the entire family an interesting week.
From reading promotion initiatives, cultural programmes, piano recitals, book exchanges and the KITAB Bus – the 7 day event will be packed with an array of activities for all! Come join us!
H.E. Jumaa Al Qubaisi, Deputy Director General National Library and Director of the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair, said: “We are pleased to be returning to Al Ain and …read more >
