SIBF Publishers Conference

Publishers Conference

1 – 3 Nov 2026 | Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

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Publishers Conference

1 November 2026 - 3 November 2026

Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

Sharjah Expo center

Welcome to Publishers Conference

The Sharjah Publishers Conference, organized annually by the Sharjah Book Authority, gathers publishers, literary agents, experts, and specialists. This event enhances both the local and international publishing industry by fostering the exchange of professional expertise and market insights. The conference brings participants together to address the evolving nature of the global book industry. Held as part of the Sharjah International Book Fair, the conference demonstrates Sharjah’s commitment to developing the publishing ecosystem and promoting the exchange of cultures and markets. The program features seminars on major global trends and facilitates business-to-business (B2B) matchmaking.

Matchmaking

The 15th Sharjah Publishers Conference will run from Sunday, 1st to Tuesday, 3rd November 2026, ahead of the Sharjah International Book Fair. It targets professionals in publishing, especially those involved in translation and rights trading.

The program features expert-led seminars, afternoon networking, business discussions, social events, and the Publisher Recognition Award.

Welcoming participants from over 70 countries, the conference offers direct access to Arab and international publishing figures, one-on-one meetings, and the $300,000 SIBF Translation Grant for deals made during the event.

NYU Training for Arab and African Publishers

The Sharjah Book Authority, in collaboration with the NYU SPS Center for Publishing, Writing, and Media, presents a one-day Learning & Development Program designed for publishers and publishing professionals from the Arab and African regions.

The program will provide a focused day of professional learning and industry development, bringing together publishing professionals to explore key trends, opportunities, and developments shaping the global publishing sector.

Core content will be delivered remotely via Zoom by NYU SPS faculty and guest experts, complemented by local guest speakers participating in person.

Program Topics

The program will cover key topics in book publishing, including:

  • Advances in Global Audio

  • Marketing and Social Video

  • The International Market for Translation

  • Sharing of Cultural Assets

Program Details

Date: 31 October 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Venue: Expo Centre Sharjah, Sharjah, UAE
Format: In-person attendance, with core NYU SPS sessions delivered remotely via Zoom

To register in the program, please click here.

The detailed agenda and speaker information will be announced separately.

Organized by Sharjah Book Authority in collaboration with NYU SPS Center for Publishing, Writing, and Media.