Sharjah International Book Fair Awards 2023 Extends Entry Deadline to August 31, Introduces New Category for Emirati Participants.
Get Ready for the Literary Extravaganza: Sharjah International Book Fair Awards 2023!
The Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) is all set to roll out the red carpet for the prestigious Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) Awards 2023. With a whopping prize value exceeding Dh2 million, this literary extravaganza is divided into five exciting categories: Sharjah Translation ‘Turjuman’ Award, The Sharjah Award for an Emirati Book, Sharjah Award for the Best Arabic Novel, Sharjah Award for the Best International Book, and The Sharjah Publisher Recognition Award.
But that’s not all! In a delightful twist, SBA has introduced a brand-new category to celebrate and support first-time Emirati novelists. It’s time to showcase their incredible work, unique perspectives, and captivating voices. Alongside these, there are nine additional accolades to honor outstanding achievements in writing, translation, and publishing, giving a fresh boost to the Arab intellectual, cultural, literary, and social scene.
If you’re buzzing with excitement, here’s how to be a part of this literary bonanza. Whether you’re from the UAE, the Arab region, or anywhere in the world, hurry and submit your entries on the official website of the book fair before August 31. Mark your calendars because the winners will be announced in a grand ceremony during the 42nd SIBF this November at the Expo Centre Sharjah.
Hold on, we’ve got more literary goodness! The 7th annual Sharjah Translation ‘Turjuman’ Award will recognize the brilliant translators and publishers who are bridging the gap between Arabic works and non-Arab readers worldwide. And for Emirati talents, there’s the Sharjah Award for an Emirati Book, with a fantastic new addition – the “Best Emirati Book for First-Time Authors” category. This is the chance for emerging local writers to shine, with a substantial cash prize of Dh300,000 for the most outstanding debut novel that showcases their literary genius.
Not to be outdone, the other sub-categories of this award, namely Best Emirati Novel, Best Emirati Creative Literature Book, and Best Emirati Academic Book, are there to encourage and applaud local literary talents, authors, researchers, and publishers who keep enriching the UAE’s library with their exceptional and valuable contributions.
Wait, there’s more to explore! The Dh150,000 Sharjah Award for Best Arabic Novel is all about recognizing original works that bring fresh themes, styles, and creative perspectives to the sociocultural realities of the Arab world. And for the international literary gems, the Dh50,000 Sharjah Award for the Best International Book, divided into fiction and non-fiction subcategories, will celebrate the most exceptional literary works of the year in English.
Last but certainly not least, the Dh75,000 Sharjah Publisher Recognition Award will be equally shared among the winners of the Best Local Publisher, Best Arab Publisher, and Best International Publisher sub-categories, honoring their incredible contributions to the advancement of the global publishing industry.
For all the nitty-gritty details and to check if you qualify for the SIBF’s Awards 2023, head over to the official website of SIBF. Let’s get ready to celebrate literature, creativity, and the magic of words in this grand literary fiesta!