Books - What's On https://whatson.ae/section/culture/books/ Things to do in Dubai & the UAE Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:15:37 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2 Inside Treasured Sayings, the new Assouline book honouring Sheikh Zayed’s legacy https://whatson.ae/2026/06/inside-treasured-sayings-the-new-assouline-book-honouring-sheikh-zayeds-legacy/ Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:15:37 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=391107 Sponsored: Featuring selected poems by the Founding Father, the publication reflects the values and vision that shaped the UAE’s cultural identity The Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT), Abu Dhabi, has launched a new book titled Treasured Sayings, honouring the poetic legacy of the country’s Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. […]

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]]> This Dubai book sale has 1,000 books going for just Dhs1 this weekend https://whatson.ae/2026/06/bookends-books-for-dhs1-sale/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:37:22 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=390556 Readers, time to add to your TBR Does your book collection already stack up to your height? Well, it’s about to get even taller – there’s a book sale taking place this weekend in Dubai, with books on sale for just Dhs1.  Taking place at Bookends, the three-day sale takes place from Saturday, June 13 […]

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]]> The smallest library in Dubai opens this week – but only for a limited time https://whatson.ae/2026/04/smallest-library-for-world-book-day-bookends-julith-dubai/ Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:08:47 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=386562 The soundproof space is packed with 500 titles, offering a quiet pause from city life In a city defined by its record-breaking scale, this intimate new experience is a welcome contrast. On World Book Day, two Dubai-born names, Julith Coffee and Bookends, are joining forces to unveil The Smallest Library in Dubai. Tucked inside one […]

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]]> Time to recharge: 8 feel-good non-fiction reads to brighten your day https://whatson.ae/2026/03/feel-good-non-fiction-reads-to-brighten-your-day/ Fri, 13 Mar 2026 03:00:29 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=383093 Add these to your bookshelf if you’re looking for a little boost of inspiration, optimism, or a heartwarming read Book lovers, sometimes all you need is a story or a small insight to brighten your day. From practical guides to personal memoirs, these feel-good non-fiction reads offer encouragement, and gentle reminders to embrace life with […]

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]]> Top tips for shopping the Big Bad Wolf Book Sale in Dubai https://whatson.ae/2026/02/big-bad-wolf-book-sale-in-dubai-tips/ https://whatson.ae/2026/02/big-bad-wolf-book-sale-in-dubai-tips/#respond Fri, 27 Feb 2026 11:15:58 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=228128 Howling tips from the Big Bad Wolf himself… If you didn’t already know, the Big Bad Wolf Book Sale has returned to Dubai. The world’s biggest book sale has returned to Sound Stages in Dubai Studio City, running until Sunday, March 15, 2026. If you can’t wait to attend and don’t want to get overwhelmed […]

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]]> https://whatson.ae/2026/02/big-bad-wolf-book-sale-in-dubai-tips/feed/ 0 Big Bad Wolf Book Sale returns with books from just Dhs2 https://whatson.ae/2026/02/big-bad-wolf-book-sale-returns-to-dubai-february-2026/ Thu, 26 Feb 2026 07:00:45 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=379613 Is your TBR as tall as you? It’s about to get taller Clear your calendars and your bookshelves, readers. The Big Bad Wolf Book Sale is in Dubai once again, bringing thousands of titles from just Dhs2. Deemed the biggest book sale in the world, you can shop the Big Bad Wolf Book Sale at […]

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]]> Here’s how you can meet Bryan Adams in Dubai https://whatson.ae/2026/02/heres-how-you-can-meet-bryan-adams-in-dubai/ Mon, 02 Feb 2026 10:20:40 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=379777 And we don’t mean seeing him perform on stage Rock legend Bryan Adams is set to perform at Saadiyat Nights in Abu Dhabi on February 11, 2026 – but before he takes to the stage, he’s making a special pit stop in Dubai to meet his fans. The music legend will be at an exclusive […]

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]]> Your guide to the Emirates LitFest 2026: Authors, talks and highlights https://whatson.ae/2026/01/your-guide-to-the-emirates-litfest-2026-authors-talks-and-highlights/ Tue, 20 Jan 2026 12:51:52 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=378692 For book lovers, the new year means one thing: the Emirates LitFest is back, packed with authors, talks, and unforgettable events Dubai’s beloved LitFest returns for its 18th edition from January 21 to 27 at the InterContinental Dubai Festival City. This year’s lineup reads like a global literary passport: almost 200 speakers from 40 nationalities […]

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]]> You’ll never guess who’s coming to the Emirates LitFest 2026 https://whatson.ae/2025/11/youll-never-guess-whos-coming-to-the-emirates-litfest-2026/ Tue, 25 Nov 2025 07:01:40 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=374501 One of the world’s top ten literary festivals returns in January 2026 If there’s one event book lovers across Dubai — and the rest of the UAE – eagerly await each year, it’s the Emirates LitFest. And in January 2026, the beloved festival returns for its 18th edition at its home base, the InterContinental Dubai […]

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]]> Catch Hollywood star Will Smith on stage at the Sharjah International Book Fair https://whatson.ae/2025/11/will-smith-sharjah-international-book-fair/ Mon, 03 Nov 2025 09:47:06 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=371759 Will Smith joins the Sharjah International Book Fair 2025 as a guest speaker Book lovers, get ready – The Sharjah International Book Fair 2025 is hitting the cultural heart of the city this week, running from Wednesday, November 5 to 16, at the Expo Centre Sharjah. And there’s an exciting twist for bibliophiles: Hollywood superstar […]

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]]> Sheikha Bodour Al Qasimi appointed UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for Education and Book Culture https://whatson.ae/2025/10/sheikha-bodour-al-qasimi-appointed-unesco-goodwill-ambassador-for-education-and-book-culture/ Wed, 29 Oct 2025 11:00:09 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=371260 The prestigious UNESCO appointment recognises her decades-long work promoting publishing, literacy, and education both in the UAE and globally A proud moment for the UAE and Sharjah’s cultural scene: HH Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi has been named UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for Education and Book Culture. The appointment recognises her decades-long work in promoting […]

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]]> Get ready, readers: Dubai’s favourite book carnival is back this weekend https://whatson.ae/2025/10/get-ready-readers-dubais-favourite-book-carnival-is-back-this-weekend/ Thu, 23 Oct 2025 07:02:18 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=370762 A day out packed with family-friendly fun, books, and prizes If you love reading, chances are you’ve browsed the shelves at Bookends, and this weekend, the popular Bookends Carnival returns – so it might be time to update those weekend plans. Now in its third year running, the carnival is packed with plenty of things […]

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