Publishing Houses Showcase Diverse Publications at Qatari Pavilion of Riyadh Book Fair
Qatar's participation as the "Guest of Honor" at the Riyadh International Book Fair 2024 has showcased a diverse array of publishing houses and titles, highlighting the literary and intellectual contributions of Qatari writers.
Represented by the Ministry of Culture and several publishing houses, Qatar's participation aims to maintain a presence at international book fairs, providing an opportunity to present Qatari intellectual production to a wide audience and to highlight the continuous development of the publishing industry in Qatar.
The Qatari publishing houses are presenting a variety of publications across multiple genres and subjects, including novels, literature, research, sciences, law, children's books, and more.
Among the prominent participating Qatari houses is Qatar University Press, which is showcasing over 80 publications in various subjects, including academic books, business management, law, sociology, Islamic studies, philosophy, and history.
Hamad Bin Khalifa University Press is presenting more than 604 publications at the Qatari pavilion, covering academic works, lifestyle and health topics, as well as science fiction, children's literature, and youth literature.
The Riyadh International Book Fair 2024 features over 200 events, including panel discussions, poetry evenings, storytelling sessions, diverse activities for children's education, theatrical performances, and the "Book Talk" event, which hosts a selection of influential thinkers and authors, reflecting all elements and components of culture.