ABU DHABI INTERNATIONAL BOOK FAIR – a place to be for all the book lovers

A treat for the book lovers living in or travelling to Abu Dhabi; The annual Abu Dhabi International Book Fair was held from 7th to 13th May 2015 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre. The purpose of the event is to help promote reading and to develop the publishing industry in the Arab nation.

If you missed out the opportunity to attend the book fair this year make sure you put a reminder and attend next year. Those wondering where to stay during your visit could consider staying at one of the renowned resorts in Abu Dhabi such as Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Sahel Villa Resort, Abu Dhabi. Many booksellers, readers from all over the world as well as publishing companies attended the book fair this year.

The 25th edition focused on the founder of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan who contributed towards literature and the book industry. The fair was a platform that brought together international publishing communities with the local professionals.