The Association of Publications of Emirates (EPA) has successfully completed its participation in the 2025 edition of the Board Book Fair of Bologna, held in Bologna, Italy, from March 31 to April 3.
The event brought together leading literary and artistic figures, as well as creators of content from around the world, reinforcing the continuous efforts of the association to support the Emirati editorial industry and improve its presence on the international scenario.
This strategic participation is aligned with the vision of the association to open new roads for its members, showing the quality and diversity of the Emiratis content in children’s literature and young adults, and fostering international cooperation in copyright, and creative and creative.
The association’s pavilion presented a distinguished selection of Emirati publishers specialized in young children’s literature and adult. Among them was Ajyal Publishing and Distribution, recognized for their interactive stories that promote critical thinking and creativity, represented by Dr. Abdulla Asharan, vice president of EPA and co -founder and creative director of Ajyal.
The publication and distribution of Kiwi stories, known for elaborating emotionally attractive stories that stimulate the imagination of children and enrich their minds, represented by Sahar Naja, general manager of the editorial, was also present.
FURTERMORE, The Event Witnessed the Participation of Two Graduates of the Sharjah Publishing Sustainability Fund (Onshur): Dalal Hussain Al Jaberi, Ceo of Hzaya, which offers an innovative model that turns children into star and Fatema Hussain Alhammadi, CEO of Sohub Publishing & Distribution, Which Specialissies in Publishing Inspiring Educational Books Personalized for people of determination and individuals with autism.
Rashid Al Kous, Executive Director of the Emirates Publications Association, highlighted the importance of this participation, noting that the Children’s Book Fair of Bologna provides a key platform to show the pioneer Emiratí Experience in the experience of children’s literature in Hiltes Andabs That Nnature Thature of Publishing and Expanding The Reach of Emirati Stories to a global audience.
He Stated, “This Year, We have reured Strong Representation of Emirati Publishing Houses Specialization in Children’s Literature, particularly Emerging Publishers Offering Innovative Projects With Humanitarian and Educational Dimensions. Thralgh, We Forge Highthepation, We Forge this partipation, we forge This partipation, We forge-Valipation, We Forgehist, Participation, We Forge Highing, Partipation, -Highage, Participation, which allows our members to take advantage of the opportunities provided by the fair to expand distribution networks and strengthen the overall presence of emirati books.
Dr. Abdulla Ashahan, Vice President of Epa, Remarked, “Our Participation in the Bologna Children’s Book Fair is part of the association’s ongoing efforts to empower Emirati publishers by facilitating access to Global Platforms and Drash The UAE’s Vision of Supporting the Publishing Sector As A Key Pillar of Culture, Knowledge, and Creativity, Reinforcing Our Ability to Competition and influence the market for the global publication.
The participating editors stressed the importance of attending the Board Book Fair of Bologna, praising the firm commitment of the association to support the Emirati editors and allow them to participate in specialized international book fairs. These events provide a valuable opportunity to show Emirati creativity and experience in publication to a broad and specialized global audience.
They emphasize that fair services as a strategic platform to form associations, connect with editors, literary agents, authors and illustrators, and obtain access to new markets. In addition, it provides the opportunity to explore the latest trends in the publication of children and young people for adults.
In addition, they expressed their pride of representing the cultural and creative panorama of the EAU in this distinguished international meeting and their eagle to recover ideas and experiences to advance even more in the publishing industry.
The Children’s Book Fair in Bologna is erected as a main platform to explore global trends in children’s literature. It offers Emirati Editores valuable opportunities to participate in meetings with literary agents, industry professionals and decision makers, discussing discussions about the export of Emirati content to international markets.
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