SHARJAH, 24th March, 2025 (WAM) — Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), has announced that the fourth International Booksellers Conference will be held on 7–8 April at Expo Centre Sharjah.
The first event of its kind globally will unite 575 leading booksellers, publishers, and distributors from 92 countries to discuss key industry issues, strengthen partnerships, explore business opportunities, and exchange insights.
The conference aims to foster collaboration and knowledge exchange while exploring new opportunities in book distribution and developing innovative strategies for global market growth. It will feature a diverse programme of panel discussions, workshops, and keynote addresses led by industry experts.
Ahmed bin Rakkad Al Ameri, CEO of SBA, emphasised the significance of the conference, “While modern technology has brought markets closer together, the book distribution sector continues to face significant challenges. Since its inception, the International Booksellers Conference has aimed to address these challenges by fostering dialogue among distributors, publishers, and industry leaders while offering practical solutions. Guided by the vision of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme…