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Emirates Publishers Association Board Members About us

Founder and President of EPA Bodour Al Qasimi Established in February 25, 2009, the Emirates Publishers Founder and CEO of Kalimat Group Association (EPA) is a non-profit organisation dedicated to serving and developing the publishing industry in the United Arab Emirates Vice President of EPA (UAE) and to advancing the role of Emirati publishers through Ali Al Shaali training and mentorship programmes and by improving publishing- Director of Al Hudhud Publishing & Distribution House related conditions and laws. EPA also aims to represent Emirati publishers at regional and international events, exhibitions and Treasurer & Member of Board seminars on publishing. Muhammad Bin Dakhin Director of Al Takhayul Publishing House EPA works to disseminate the UAE’s intellectual output throughout the Arab world and worldwide. It focuses particularly on translations Secretary & Member of Board from and into Arabic, and the protection of intellectual property Ali Bin Hatim and related rights. Chairman of Thaqafa for Publishing & Distribution EPA is a member of the Arab Publishers Association and a member of the International Publishers Association (IPA). Member of the Board Nooh Al Hammadi Founder and Owner of Zajil Publishing & Distribution Why Become a Member? Membership Criteria

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* Registration fees AED 300. EPA Members & Their Publications Kids and Teachers Publishing & Distribution Since its inception in late 2005, Kids and Teacher has maintained unique reputation for developing and in- troducing highly distinguished and exciting subjects to the early learning world. Kids and Teachers was first to introduce specialized tools and teachers aids that focus on the concepts and philosophy of education through playing within an attractive, exciting and comfortable T: +971 6 543 5526 environment for the child. [email protected] Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 13

Activities and Exercises 2 Reading and Writing 2 Author: Hala Hals Author: Hala Hals ISBN: 978-9948-16-227-8 ISBN: 978-9948-16-223-0 Category: Children’s educational Category: Children’s educational book

Brief: Brief: Activities and Exercises 2 is supplemen- Reading and Writing 2 presents the re- tary to Reading and Writing. It presents maining fourteen alphabets. The student a variety of drills and exercises that is given a week to master each, as in the Activities and Exercises 1 students can do at home. Mothers can first part. At this stage, there is a focus Author: Hala Hals follow up their children and write their on the use of cards, models and wood ISBN: 978-9948-16-226-1 observations to the teacher. and cloth toys with some other interest- Category: Children’s educational ing methods. Brief: Activities and Exercises 1 is supplemen- tary to Reading and Writing. The author has made a great effort to provide useful Reading and Writing 1 Islamic Education 1 Islamic Education 2 assignments for what the students learn Author: Hala Hals Author: Hala Hals Author: Hala Hals in school and to facilitate teachers’ work. ISBN: 978-9948-16-222-3 ISBN: 978-9948-419-43-4 ISBN: 978-9948-419-44-0 Category: Children’s educational Category: Children’s educational Category: Children’s educational books

Brief: Brief: Brief: The first part of the book deals with An integrated curriculum introduced to Islamic Education 2 is for the second fourteen alphabets. The child should kindergarten students. The first level in- level of kindergarten; it aims at instill- recognize each letter form and pronun- troduces the principles of Islam and pro- ing the correct information about Islam, ciation, orally know the various words vides years 3 & 4 with basic and simple its prophet and the holy book, “Quran”, associated with the letters and use them information. through meaningful stories. The child in conversation. This helps the student learns about Islam and what does it name the things around him correctly mean to be Muslim. He learns what to and thus increase his wealth of vocabu- say and do in certain situations; in addi- lary. The book helps the students know tion to the principles of good morals and the letter, recognize it within words and how to well behave. write it. Dar Al Ausrah Media Dar Al Ausrah Publishing and Distribution was founded in the Emirate of Sharjah in 2013.It specializes in pub- lishing and distributing books and stories for children and young adults. Dar Al Ausrah has also published T: +971 6 568 2383 novels of international literature, most of which are F: +971 6 556 3008 internationally acclaimed. These quality novels are void of any fault may offend our our children’s modesty or [email protected] promotes bad behavior and morals. www.alamthqafa.com Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 17

Learning alphabets and Arabic Orthographic (within the frame- Prosody and Rhymes Tales of my grandmother for children - My first Knowledge Arabic numbers work of Alttanal Al Arabi Project) Author: Dr. Abdulraouf Zuhdi- Dr. Sami coloured ISBN: 978-9948-15-890-5 ISBN: 978-9948-02-423-1 Author: Dr. Dr. Abdullraouf Zuhdi - Dr. Abu Zeid ISBN: 978-9957-36-230-0 Category: Children- young adults Category: Children’s educational Sami Abu Zeid ISBN: 978-9948-02-421-7 Category (s): Children’s stories ISBN: 978-9948-02-424-8 Category: Academic - educational Brief: Brief: Brief: Category ): Academic -Educational This book targets ages 3 - 6. It deals This book deals with Arabic letters, num- Brief: In this book, the grandmother tells her with the first concepts and forms in chil- bers, geometric shapes, weekdays and Brief: This book has been prepared to intro- grandchildren bedtime’s stories. Among dren’s education. seasons. The child can write and erase The main objective of this book is to in- duce students to Prosody and Rhymes these stories are The Fox’s Wife, The in the same book. The book targets chil- troduce 80 “meaning particles” in Arabic, Skills in a simplified and attractive way, Circus Monkey, The Evil Dog, The Sto- dren in kindergarten (age from 3 to 7). and highlight the role of each in Arabic avoiding difficult terminology. ry of Animals’ Union, The Soft Tortoise, sentences. Examples provided are taken It combines theoretical and practical The Beautiful Monkeys, The Story of the from the Holy Quran. The book is about aspects and provides self-assessment Woodcutter and the Faithful Dog, The 212 medium size pages. questions and various exercises that Flying Bulbul, The Beautiful Peacock, enrich the experience of students. The The Princess of the Orchard, and The book provides citations from modern Story of The faithful Fox. and ancient poetry. Stories of Muslim Scholars and Their Discoveries - Coloured ISBN: 978-9957-36-368-0 Category (s): Children’s stories

Brief: This book sheds light on a group of prominent Muslim scholars who have left behind scientific ideas and theo- I draw with my own hand; ries that are still admired by scientists I am an artist! around the world. Among these scien- ISBN: 978-9948-02-421-7 tists are the mathematician, astrono- Category ): Children’s Educational mer, and geographer, Al-Khwarizmi, pharmacist and physician , Jaber Ibn Brief: Hayyan, the philosopher, Al Farabi , the This book deals with the drawings that 36 Stories of Birds and Animals in the optician, Ibn Al-Haytham, and the fa- occupy the child’s mind. It begins with Holy Quran mous physician Ibn Sina. easy drawings and turns gradually to the Author: Majdi Al Attar hardest. This book teaches the child to ISBN: 978-9948-02-607-5 learn drawing step by step. Category: Children’s stories

Brief: A collection of stories about birds and animals mentioned in the Holy Quran. Al Aseel Printing & Publishing The main concern of Al Aseel Printing and Pub- lishing House is to publish and distribute inter- active, innovative and unique children books and educational resources. It is committed to providing quality textbooks and educational T: +971 4 269 3320 materials for all stages of education. [email protected] Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 21

Water Drop Abdulrahman Ibn Khaldun Muhammad Ibn Musa al-Khwarizmi The White Gold Plant Your Garden Environment Friend Author: Fatima Al-Homsi Author: Muhammad Abdulalim Author: Muhammad Abdulalim Author: Muhammad Abdulalim Author: Muhammad Abdulalim Author: Muhammad Abdulalim ISBN: 978-9948-48-121-8 ISBN: 978-9948-48-115-7 ISBN: 978-9948-48-120-1 ISBN: 978-9948-23-371-8 ISBN: 978-9948-23-38-2 ISBN: 978-9948-23-511-8 Category : Children’s Books Category : Children’s Books Category : Children’s Books Category : Children’s stories Category: Children’s stories Category : Children’s stories

Brief: Brief: Brief: Brief: Brief: Brief: The story deals with interesting events The history of science in the Arab-Islam- The history of science in the Arab-Islam- What is white gold? Where is it found? A book that encourages children to plant Environmental conservation means the that show the importance of water for ic civilization proves the pioneering role ic civilization proves the pioneering role You will find the answers in this story. and take care of plants various ways by which we maintain our life. of our nation in the march of human civi- of our nation in the march of human civi- environment to make it fit and suitable lization. We introduce this series of Mus- lization. We introduce this series of Mus- for living. This series deals with issues lim geniuses that highlights the bright lim geniuses that highlights the bright surrounding the environment, ecology, aspects of our Islamic scientific heritage. aspects of our Islamic scientific heritage. conservation, or pollution.

A Tent In The Desert Author: Muhammad Abdulalim A Different Life ISBN: 978-9948-23-365-7 Author: Muhammad Abdulalim Sunbeam Category: Children’ stories ISBN: 978-9948-23-354-1 Author: Muhammad Abdulalim Category : Children’s stories 36: Pupils’ Trip ISBN: 978-9948-23-346-6 Brief: Author: Muhammad Abdulalim Category : Children’s Books The Wonderful Things of Nature, a series Brief: ISBN: 978-9948-23-325-1 deals with things in our nature that illus- Environmental conservation means the Brief: Category : Children’s stories trate great creation of God Almighty. various ways by which we maintain our The sun, the witness to a new day, rises environment to make it fit and suitable Brief: every day bringing good tidings. It gives for living. This series deals with issues The story demonstrates how practical us warmth and spreads hope, but what surrounding the environment, ecology, experience is the most effective means is the benefit of the sunrays? Our story conservation, or pollution. of learning. “Sunbeam” will tell us more. Alborj Media Publishing & Distribution Founded in early 2004 in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, UAE, Alborj Media Publishing and Distribution was the first Emirati house to distribute books for children and young people to Arabic and Gulf publishing houses. The house expanded its activities to the publish children’s books.

Alborj Media Publishing and Distribution: has published 495 titles so far. The house has branches in the Dubai, T: +971 2 626 2091 UAE and in Egypt. [email protected] Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 25

A drop of Life I don’t like sports How can we preserve the environment? Salad’s fight My hair writes Author: Samah Abu Bakr Ezzat Author: Rula Saad Author: Rula Saad Author: Fatima Al-Himsi Author: Nur Hussein Qawaqzih ISBN: 978-9948-43-892-2 ISBN: 978-9948-23-516-3 ISBN: 978-9948-23-515-6 ISBN: 978-9948-23-386-2 ISBN: 978-9948-02-580-1 Category : Children’s stories Category: Children’s stories Category: Children’s Books Category : Children’s stories Category : Academic - educational Brief: Brief: Brief: Brief: Brief: A drop which is the origin of life; by it life The hero of our story hates sports; he Zeina cares about the environment; This story deals with interesting events We all write with a pen, but our friend continues, and without it life would not gets tired quickly and dreams all the about trees, air, water, etc, while Nuha that help the children to know the types Zain chose her hair to write with, Her have existed. time of rest. An incident changes his life. does not care about our environment. of vegetables. Each component in salad hair writes beautiful phrases for the Let’s experience exciting adventures and What is this incident? What may change Nuha’s behaviour?! fights to demonstrate its importance in. people and spread joy on their faces; let events and explore the drops of life! Let us go for it. us explore together all Zain’s story.

Shall I bring you a small elephant? Author: Dr. Rim Salih Al Qurq ISBN: 978-9948-49-783-7 Category : Children’s Books

Brief: An Indian trader named Fadhil Zad de- cided to give the merchant Salih an el- ephant as a present ... Before leaving home, he asked him: Do you want me to bring you a small young elephant? Saleh Pink Palace on the Moon began imagining the situation. What will A letter to my friend Umar Author: Rim Salih Al Qurq Protection of Natural habitats happen if the elephant stays in his house Hamada, Maker of Happiness Author: Samah Abu Bakr Ezzat ISBN: 978-9948-02-229-9 Author: Jane Green and eats from his food? Author: Samah abu Bakr Ezzat ISBN: 978-9948-43-893-9 Category: Children’s stories ISBN: 978-9948-18-978-9 Let us see what Salih decided to do with ISBN: 978-9948-43-891-5 Category: Children’s Stories Category: Educational children’s book the elephant. Brief: Category: Children’s stories Brief: Wud and Haya do not know what is Brief: Brief: Our friend Umar received an exciting let- awaiting them on this day. Their adven- Environmental studies truly help us All the children of the city await his ar- ter... but who is the sender of this letter ture begins with a message from their answer many questions about the nat- rival every morning to draw joy on their and why did he send it? You can find the mother that leads them to a pink rocket ural habitats. Learn more about the faces; they follow him wherever he goes, answers for these questions, when you and a trip to the moon where they have a various types of natural habitats, what and sing: “Hamada, the maker of happi- read this story. difficult task that needs co-operation, so harms pollution brings them and why do ness, came….” that they can return their toys and books these habitats need our protection. to their room. Dar Al Aalam Al Arabi Publishing & Distribution Dar Al Alam Al Arabi for Publishing and Distribution was founded in 2003 in Dubai, but its scope extends to the Arab world and the wider world, building on the belief that the cultural movement is a noble human act. The T: +971 2 626 2091 objective of Dar Alaalam Alarabi is to make the Arab cul- F: +971 4 427 0576 ture a permanent end, and to every Arab citizen seeking knowledge and everyone responsible for the develop- [email protected] ment of this culture. www.alaalm-alarabie.ae Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 29

When Nur Became A Princess Tawaq In The Wind A Loaf Of Bread On The Road My grandmother Grin city Flowing sweetness Author: Hissa Al Mazru’i Author: Amira Al Marzuqi Author: Hadil Nashif Author: Dr. Fatima Khuja Author: Nusaibah Husain Al ‘Izabi Author: Nuf Al Usaimi ISBN: 978-9948-22-598-0 ISBN: 978-9948-18-986-2 ISBN: 978-9948-22-600-0 ISBN: 978-9948-02-447-7 ISBN: 978-9948-438-502 ISBN: 978-9948-02-653-2 Category: Children’s stories Category: Children’s stories Category: Children’s stories Category: Children’s stories Category: Children’s stories Category: Educational children’s book Brief: Brief: Brief: Brief: Brief: Brief: Nur is a girl who loves everything about A tale of hope, courage and ambition, a It is a story of a child who conquers pov- A little child with a big white heart tells In the Grin City, the inhabitants are always The village of the white domes does not princesses, so she will sneak into her tale of a wonderful success after long erty and hunger with innocent dreams. us about his grandmother who has be- unhappy, everywhere and on all occa- resemble any village. It is surrounded by mother’s room and take the princesses patience ... an unforgettable story... The story deals with the dreams of a come old, weak, and does not remem- sions, they do not like to smile or laugh! a wall with no gates that separates it story without her mother’s knowledge. young child, living in misery of poverty ber anyone. It is a story inspired by the from the whole world. The inhabitants When she tries to open the story, she and hunger, but never gives up his val- sweetness of the rain, and the green- of the city knew no other place as they finds that the pages are stuck together. ues, dignity and generosity. ness of the trees. thought that the wall is the end of the Nur will try to open the story once again world. after knowing the condition that the sto- Tamar, a smart boy from the village, ry requires. What is that condition? What wanted to discover what is behind the will Nur do to achieve this condition? Will wall, but he could not find an answer Nur be able to open the story? until that day when the tiny yellow birds that nobody cared about appeared...

My grandfather’s beads Author: Basima Al Wazzan Hala Makes Her Life Sweeter Hamza’s sneeze Author: Hanan Al Sa’di ISBN: 978-9948-09-761-7 Author: Umama Al-Lawati ISBN: 978-9948-438-59-5 Category: Children’s stories ISBN: 978-9948-02-446-0 Category (s): Children’s stories Brief: Category: Children’s stories Brief: My Grandfather’s Beads is a recollection Brief : A funny story about a pretty girl named of beautiful memories of a loving grand- A funny and interesting story about our Hala, vWho managed to make her life bet- father who is engraved in his dear grand- friendly friend Hamza and his unique ter; the change in her life led her to discov- son’s memory. In his memories feelings sneeze of love and kindness are enhanced and er a great secret of human happiness. sounds, smells and melodies are mixed. Dar Al Kounouz Publishing & Distribution Dar Al Kounouz is one of the leading publishing houses in the Arab world committed to innovation through a creative and stimulating environment attracting the best talents in the industry with the aim of launching an innovative and pioneering approach that associates learning with fun and meets the requirements of future development. The house also has the specialized unit, “Riwayat”, which is specialized in publishing short stories T: +971 6 550 7847 and novels targeting adults and young adults. [email protected] Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 33

I am the river Will tomorrow be better? Author: Dr. Muhammad Al Ghazzi Author: Rawdha Al Shamikhi ISBN: 978-9948-02-727-0 ISBN: 978-9948-02-243-5 Category: Children’ stories Category: Children’ stories

Brief: Brief: “The water of the river was descending Today, the weather is very hot; nothing from the mountains so clean and pure, can alleviate heat better than sea water. spreading goodness to all, including the But, was the sea today enjoyable for lit- The dream of childhood plains and farms, cities and villages. tle Isra? Something happened made her Author: Rawdha Al Shamikhi One day, the river started coughing! look forward to having a better tomorrow ISBN: 978-9948-02-256-5 What happened to it? And what will hap- Category: Children’ stories pen to farmers and fishermen? Brief: “Nur is a young girl who dreams of be- coming a famous musician. The dream arouses grandmother’s old memories of Gangs of the Internet Field of happiness My grandmother’s Key a girl who loved music and succeeded in Author: Mahmoud Qasim Author: Rawdha Al Samikhi Author: Fadhil Al Kaabi medicine Will Nur become a musician?!” ISBN: 978-9948-02-567-2 ISBN: 978-9948-02-245-9 ISBN: 978-9948-09-646-7 Category: Children’ stories Category: Children’s Books- stories Category: Children’ stories

Brief: Brief: Brief: “The doll, Lulua helps her outlaw brother What made the production of honey in Today, the weather is very hot; nothing escape from prison in defying the officer the village decrease? And what will aunt can alleviate heat better than sea water. Bu’bu’. The other characters of this fan- Hayat do? Will she sell the bee hives or But, was the sea today enjoyable for little tastic adventure are the painter, Bahja punish the bees? Will the Queen of the Isra? Something happened made her look and her amazing feather, and the young bees save the situation? forward to having a better tomorrow? author Farah and his electronic pen. Will the twins be able to get out of the game? Will they be able to help the offi- cer and arrest the outlaws? “ Al Enwan Books Trading Onwan Publishing & Distribution aspires to be a leader in the book industry by attracting serious and renowned intellectual names. It endeavors to diversify its publications to include poetry, story, T: +971 50 653 1511 novel, literature, thought and translations. [email protected] Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 37

Another Day Of Our Days Author: Abu Baker Al Ayyadi ISBN: 978-9948-22-598-0 Category: Novel

Brief: Stories from Latin America characterized by magical realism that combines reality and fantasy Samahawi Things Have Their Due Time A Time That Is Not Mine Author: Hussein Al Mahroos Author: Hasan Madan Author: Amal Abdul Wahab ISBN: 978-9948-18-986-2 ISBN: 978-9948-438-59-5 ISBN: 978-1988-48-308-5 Category: Novel Category: Novel Category: Novel

Brief: Brief: Brief: This novel is about Bahraini Samaheej This is a collection of essays on whims A collection of short stories of a Bah- area. The small sized novel is so rich in and senses with amazing details that sink raini writer who is characterized by po- events. It is characterized by eloquence into what seems normal to come out with etic language and amazing narration... On The Back Of My Father A Tuft Of Mahatma Gandhi’s Quotes and attractive characters’ description. great life secrets and amazing thoughts. Author: Qasim Saudi Author: Ghaida’ Muhammad ISBN: 978-9948-22-600-0 ISBN: 978-9948-438-502 Category: Novel Category: Biography

Brief: Brief: The writer describes the mournful reality The book summarizes Gandhi’s ideas in Iraq in his own beautiful style. He is so in education, economy, morality, up- skillful in describing events, and reflect- bringing, and industry. It presents his ing the feelings of every Iraqi father and principle of nonviolent resistance. The mother, the mother who loses one of her book also discuses Gandhi’s ideas about sons everyday; the father who dreams the importance of the countryside that his son will take after him when he and rural areas in developing states. grows up.

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“Let us make reading a daily to establish a habit for the firm culture upcoming for them” generation -His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan Bin Muhammad Al Qasimi Al Fulk Translation & Publishing Established the Emirate of Abu Dhabi in in October 2015, Al Fulk Translation and Publishing specializes in translat- ing children’s and young adults’ literature, from a variety T: +971 52 135 3447 of languages into Arabic. It has published 15 titles 13 of which were translated into Italian, Icelandic, English, [email protected] Spanish and Korean. www.alfulktp.com Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 43

The Treasure of Barracuda Kite boy Ottoline And The Yellow Cat Flowers on the roof The Mango tree Author: Llanos Campos, Author: Joe Ahra Author: Chris Riddell Author: Ingibjörg Sigurðardóttir Author: Al Yaziyyah Khalifa ISBN: 978-9948-02-541-2 ISBN: 978-9948-48-138-6 ISBN: 978-9948-02-300-5 ISBN: 978-9948-42-735-3 ISBN: 978-9948-23-589-7 Category: Children’ stories Category: Children’ stories Category: Children’ stories Category: Children’ stories Category: Children’ stories Brief: Brief: Brief: Brief: Brief: Won Children’s Literature Award and the A picture story, without words; participant Nestle Children’s Book Prize. Sheffield An Icelandic funny story illustrated by It is an Emirati story about the rela- writer was honoured by the Queen of Spain in IBBY Silent Books, “Lampedusa project” Children’s Book Award. Red House Chil- Brian Pilkington, the Icelandic writer and tionship between a girl and her grand- in 2014; it was also listed among 200 Ti- dren’s Book Award. Lincolnshire Young illustrator who has won many awards mother. The story reflects lifestyle that tles of the World White Crow List 2015. People’s Book Awards. Island Children’s for presenting the Icelandic culture and encourages agriculture. The story is Book Award. The CILIP Carnegie Medal. folklore in simplified child-friendly books written in the Emirati dialect. Kate Greenaway Children’s Book Awards. and encyclopedias. The drawings on the cover and inside the book are inspired by real photos from the 1980’s. The 6 chapter story is from “Books Made in the UAE” project that was initiated in 2014 by the UAE Board on Books for Young People (UAEBBY) The child who discovered the zero and the Goethe Institute Gulf Region. Author: Amedeo Feniello ISBN: 978-9948-24-738-4 Category: Children’ stories

Brief: Amedeo Feniello: An Italian academic historian and Professor who is special- ized in the Medieval Ages. Gianluca Foli: An internationally re- When air thinks nowned Italian painter, whose books Author: Al Yaziyya Khalifa were selected among the top 100 chil- A bird named Fido ISBN: 978-9948-22-800 I and the bee dren’s books at CJ Festival for Children’s Author: Brian Blengtoin The fly which ended the war Category: Children’ stories Author: Alison Jay Books in Seoul. He also won the White ISBN: 978-9948-42-736-0 Author: Bryndís Björgvinsdóttir ISBN: 978-9948-02-179-7 Crows Award from the International Brief: Category: Children’ stories ISBN: 978-9948-02-180-3 Category: Educational children’s books Youth Library in Munich. Category: Children’ stories This is an illustrated scientific story, Brief: through which the child learns about the Brief: A Puffin Called Fido is written and Brief: reasons for the emergence and disappear- A pictured story, with no words, full of illustrated by artist Brian Pilkington, the An Icelandic story for young adults won ance of some organisms. There is a “Do details that nourish child’s imagination Icelandic writer and illustrator who has Icelandic Children’s Book Prize 2011. you know” page at the end of the story. Each drawing represents a thousand won many awards for presenting the and one words. At the end there is an Icelandic culture and folklore in simplified interactive page that enables the small child-friendly books and encyclopedias. reader to contemplate what he has seen in the story. Thaqafa Publishing & Distribution Founded in Abu Dhabi in 2008, Dar Al Thaqafah is a Gulf Publishing house devoted to serve the book, especially the Arabic books. It targets all age groups and addresses various cultural and scientific levels and interests. Its publications include a wide range of titles that address children, students, the professional and the educated. Dar Al Thaqafah is a sister company to Arab Scientific T: +971 2 676 6700 Publishers Inc. [email protected] Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 47

P.O : 1003 Let me narrate myself to you The Gap in Women’s Science Bani Othman History Series - Part 3 Drones and Targeted Killing Everything will be fine Author: Sultan Al Amimi Author: Nadia Al Sayyid Author: Sharifa Al Sabgh The Servant of the two great Mosques Author: Marjorie Cohn Author: Kirsten Bowie ISBN: 978-9948-44-648-4 ISBN: 978-9948-09-795-2 ISBN: 978-9948-23-384-8 Author: Ahmet Şimşirgil ISBN: 978-9948-13-490-9 ISBN: 978-9948-02-587-0 Category: Novel Category: Literature Category: Texts - Meditations ISBN: 978-9948-42-678-1 Category: Politics Category: Children’ stories Category: History Brief: Brief: Brief: Brief: Brief: Sultan Al-Amimi takes us to the world of “Let me narrate myself to you.” The writ- This book is not intended to fill the gap Brief: The Archbishop Desmond Tutu wrote The story sheds light on the tragic real- letters written on papers in the eighties er wants to accomplish what other girls in women’s science but to bridge it be- After the death of the Sultan ‘Muhammad the foreword to the book; he explained ity of children in Syria, who are the first of the last century before the introduc- could not achieve. She attempts to intro- tween women, the man and the society the Conqueror’, the throne of the Sultan- that with the continuation of the war on victims of the Syrian war. It is a mes- tion of the e-mail that almost ended an duce a new narrative free from stereo- with all its habits, traditions and values. ate was transferred to his son, Bayezid terror, “Barack Obama has failed to close sage to the whole world to save child- era that had long been engraved in the types and establish her own language. The author, Sharifa Al Sabgh perhaps II whose history was characterized by Guantánamo, and his government is hood from regimes and governments memory of past generations. wanted to present a realistic picture two great conflicts, the conflict over prosecuting people in military commis- raise voice loudly and say: Enough. of women without practicing criticism. the throne with his brother Sultan Cem, sions with a reduced level of legal action.” and the conflict that broke out among his sons to take power after his death.

Khadijah Adieu my beautiful homeland Author: Sibel Eraslan The Eiffel Tower Incident Author: Ahmet Ümit ISBN: 978-9948-02-509-2 I came to you as a cloud Author: Sir Steve Stevenson ISBN: 978-9948-23-479-1 Category: Religious – Life of Prophet Author: Amal Abdullah Al-Qudaibi ISBN: 978-9948-02-471-0 Category: Translated novels Muhammad ISBN: 978-9948-09-712-9 Category: Literature Category: Educational children’s books Brief: Brief: Brief: Hidden hands plot and conspire, they It is the story of Mecca and Khadijah, Brief: The second book of “Agatha: Girl of Mys- may succeed in spreading darkness in May Allah be pleased with her. The sto- I came to you as a cloud is first poetic prose tery” stories. The mission this time is to the deep structure of any state once they ry of Mecca since the very beginning of by Amal Abdullah Al-Qudaibi. Her writings track the assassin of a Russian diplomat, are supported and strengthened, then its history, to the establishment of the reflect critical realism that showcases the who was poisoned in one of the most corruption follows and chaos prevails. Makkan community. shortcomings of reality in our modern age without giving up the artistic values of writing. famous tourist attractions in the world: the Eiffel Tower! Dar Rabie Publishing Rabie Publishing House was established in 2011 in Dubai. The house is interested in Arab originality and human values, Rabie Publishing House endeavored to instill values in children adopting the motto “Our chil- dren’s education comes first”. The house specializes T: +971 4 3994 411 in children’s books and educational supplies, including illustrated books, cardboard educational books, ency- F: +971 4 3994 410 clopedias, teaching aids and educational games. [email protected] Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 51

Satisfying adults! Who cut down my tree? I wish to wake up transformed I got 100/100, I lost my mind A bed of stories Yes to determination Author: Shibnam Guler Kara Jean Author: Jikar Khurshid to an apple Author: Shibnam Guler Kara Jean Author: Ubada Taqla Author: Jason Benn ISBN: 978-9933-16-082-6 ISBN: 978-9948-48-109-7 Author: Sahar Naja Mahfouz ISBN: 978-9948-23-264 ISBN: 978-9948-16-517-8 ISBN: 978-9948-02-536-9 Category: Children’ stories Category: Children’ stories ISBN: 978-9948-23-601-7 Category: Children’ stories Category: Children’ stories Category: Educational children’s books Category: Children’ stories Brief: Brief: Brief: Brief: Brief: My father wants me to learn swimming, Ramia loves nature and sitting under a Brief: Reem gets a perfect result of 100 in the Raghad enters her brother’s room and Dana has a strong competitive spirit, and and to be a lawyer when I grow up, while pine tree to read the tales from her col- Sara wakes up from every morning and oral exam and experiences, as a result, finds a story he has read. Once Raghad nothing may please her more than beat- my mother wants to be a doctor, and not orful book while listening to the birds’ looks in the mirror, saying, “This is how several things. She writes a letter to the said, “soon your whole bed would be a ing Salim in running races. Her parents to be messy and unsociable ...My grand- twittering. One morning, Ramia did not I want to be, a red apple.” The problem school principal in which she asks him to bed of stories Ammar.” Ammar smiled always encouraged her to eat healthy mother has another opinion! Will he fulfill find her pine tree. She felt very sad and is that she loves food, eats quickly, and cancel the exams. and loved the idea, so he and his sister food, so when Dana saw her school all their wishes? decided to look for the one who cut her gets upset when her friends look at her. hurried to make a real bed of stories. mates eat junk food every day; she de- She will challenge herself and prove that tree to reproach him... cided to change their behaviour; she was she can change her eating habits. facing the biggest challenge in her life...

Yes to creativity The day Hiba wrote her story Author: Jason Benn Author: Ubada Taqla ISBN: 978-9948-02-551-2 My new neighbor Yes to will ISBN: 978-9948-23-600-9 Category: Children’ stories Author: Sahar Naja Mahfouz Author: Jason Benn Category (s): Children’s Book ISBN: 978-9948-48-110-0 ISBN: 978-9948-02-537-7 Brief: Category: Children’ stories Category: Children’ stories Brief: When the computer club competition Hiba woke up early and hurried to her was announced, Majid and his friends Brief: Brief: story, but she noticed that nothing was used all their programming skills to win. A story that talks about harmony, love Lulu’a loves dogs very much. She enjoys written in it! She felt very sad. With the After months of hard work, Majid and and help among neighbors, and Umm taking her big shaggy-haired dog Shimo help of her mother she wrote the story other members of the computer club Ayman’s joy when her son and his for- in outings. When Miss Farah asked for her again but in a new style and different had to display their work before a com- eign wife with his kids returned to their help, Lulu’a realized that she could turn her drawings. mittee of teachers! homeland to meet the new friend, Solina. hobby into a great way to make money and help others. Smart Idea Bookshop Founded in Abdu Dhabi in 2015, Smart Idea focuses on selling teaching aids, books and stationery. In 2017 it was modified to a limited liability company named Smart Idea Library LLC, which publishes and distributes books and sells T: +971 2 666 7166 teaching aids. [email protected] Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 55

Evil may be good Joy of victory Had It Not Been For My Cane When They Said “We” Author: Nura Ali Nasib Al Balushi Author: Nura Ali Nasib Al Balushi Author: Nura Ali Nasib Al Balushi Author: Nura Ali Nasib Al Balushi ISBN: 978-9933-23-141-7 ISBN: 978-9933-23-559-0 ISBN: 978-9948-427-99-5 ISBN: 978-9933-23-140-0 Category: Children’ stories Category: Children’ stories Category: Children’ stories Category: Children’ stories Brief: Brief: Brief: Brief: A carpenter relied on his carpentry work- Salim has scientific wit; he loves the in- Shirina crashed into Suhail at the toys A father distributed his wealth among shop to earn living. When fire destroyed ventors and watches what they do. He shop, which broke some of her toys. his children because they did not agree his shop, he felt he had lost everything. dreamt of becoming an inventor who She shouted at him and cried. When her on handing over money to one of them, So, his wife encouraged him to find hope Why Do They Say No? can serve humanity, so he thought of an mother reproached her, she approached then he traveled to earn living. and overcome the ordeal of the fire. As Author: Nura Ali Nasib Al Balushi invention that can help parents find and him to apologize, but she was shocked Each of the sons spent his entire share a result, he became a rich man owning ISBN: 978-9933-23-138-7 locate their children when they are lost. when she found out that he was blind. and remained starving, eventually they Category: Children’ stories a factory. learn that they have to work together. Brief: “Muhammad is a boy who respects his parents’ opinions and does not reject Vendor Of Hope their orders. When he saw his cousin’s Author: Nura Ali Nasib Al Balushi bicycle, he asked his father to buy him ISBN: 978-9948-23-142-4 one. His father refused, because he con- Category: Children’ stories sidered it dangerous. As he liked it very much, Muhammad rode his cousin’s bike Brief: disobeying his parents, and then a trag- A wise man brings hope to people edy happened... against a reward. Matar thought that the man took people’s money with no right, but people insisted on referring to the wise man. As a result, Matar became confused and went to the wise man who directed him to hope. Hind the smart The Strong, The Honest Author: Nura Ali Nasib Al Balushi Author: Nura Ali Nasib Al Balushi A Book Worm ISBN: 978-9933-23-137-0 ISBN: 978-9933-23-139-4 Author: Nura Ali Nasib Al Balushi Category (s): Children’s books Category: Educational children’s books ISBN: 978-9933-16-136-3 Category: Children’ stories Brief: Brief: “A mother trying to train her daughters Ahmad is a strong, honest young man Brief: to do the housework, after her failure looking for work with his brothers. A This is a story of a student who loves with the eldest and the middle daughter, wise man guided them to a difficult way reading and is known by everybody as the youngest, Hind, did the housework full of tests. Ahmad was the only one the book worm. She reads a lot, devel- perfectly, and attracted her sisters to among the brothers who won the ruling oped her writing skills, and won the first participate by a clever trick. of the town, wealth and wife. place in story writing. Al Hudhud Publishing & Distribution Founded in Dubai 2011, Al Hudhud Publishing and Dis- tribution has quickly become one of the most promising publishing houses in the UAE. Al Hudhud is committed to building an innovative and intelligent literary platform that serves the Nation through knowledge building and keeping abreast of the country’s growth. It has estab- lished a good reputation in the publishing industry both locally and at the level of the Arab World. Al Hudhud pays attention to children’s and young people’s books and areas which witness a constant growth in the Arabic Language and have positive lasting impact on Arab T: +971 4 295 2929 generations. [email protected] Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 59

The Peng - Ouins The big -footed beast The Dinoraf Two Whales Author: Asma Al Kitbi Author: Shimaa Al Husni Author: Hisa Al Muhairi Author: Maitha Al khayyat ISBN: 978-9933-23-141-7 ISBN: 978-9948-23-559-0 ISBN: 978-9948-23-142-4 ISBN: 978-9933-16-136-3 Category: Children’s books Category: Children’ stories Category: Children’ stories Category: Children’s stories Brief: Brief: Brief: Brief: A raft of penguins living in Ski Dubai Allush is annoyed by his schoolmates, An egg hatched, what came out of it, Sailed in an adventure with the daring decided to go on a big adventure from who call him with unpleasant names, let’s see? A chick?... No! A turtle?... No! A whale, Antar, who has no time for lazi- Dubai to the ‘Liwa Festival’ in search of but their behaviour will reveal the secret crocodile?... No! But a dinoraf…! ness; he cruises the seas and oceans in tasty dates. Penguins on this trip see the that Alloush hides. What is that secret? Sun Bottles So why is dinoraf called as such? search of the giant squid. His life changed desert sands for the first time. And how will he face his colleagues? Author: Sahar Naja Mahfouz when he met the whvale Abla, how will ISBN: 978-9948-427-99-5 his life change when he meets her? Category: Children’s stories

Brief: “Children in cold tents ... They play with clouds Maymun and the hundred balloons And sing to the sun so it may rise Author: Sura Ghazwan I decided to start a new task ISBN: 978-9948-23-139-4 And in my own way Category: Educational children’s books Bring back to them the smile. How will I do that?” Brief: A tale of a boy with his colorful balloons and an adventure that simulates imagi- nation. The tale holds a lesson that the most precious prize is that which brings happiness to people’s hearts and draws Huraiz smile on their faces. Author: Rashid Al Mansuri Sea Sindbad Fields Butterfly ISBN: 978-9948-23-140-0 Author: Dr. Ali Abdulqadir Author: Umniah Al Umrani Category: Children’ stories ISBN: 978-9948-23-138-7 ISBN: 978-9948-23-137-0 Shelf of Pitchers Category: Children’ stories Author: Aisha Al Hashimi Brief: Category: Children’s Book ISBN: 978-9948-23-558-3 Brief: Huraiz’ story takes place in a world full Brief: Category: Children’ stories of secret organizations and communities “I was taken over by horror at first, and I While a beautiful butterfly was flying that have been fighting each other since was desperate seeing the ship disappear- gracefully to the water stream, her Brief: ancient times under the cover of darkness ing, but I did not give up to horror, so I de- friends warned her against a possible I love to accompany my father to the to control and destroy humanity. Faithful cided to search for help, until I arrived at a danger. However, the butterfly ignored market; there is always something that defenders met challenges to fight dark- large dome. I did not find any door or outlet the advice of her friends and went on attracts me, but what can a shelf full of ness. So far, they fought successfully, for the dome, nor could I climb it because it her way... What happened to her there? pitchers hold for me? was and so smooth.“ and darkness could not destroy the light. Sadiqat Publishing & Distribution Sadiqat publishes children’s, young adults’ and adults’ books. It was founded to publish the books of the owner who addressed the female young adults due to the shortage of books concerned with this segment of readers. Sadiqat cooperated with some Arab writers to publish all that is related to the prestigious thought and behavioral culture needed by the contemporary young T: +971 52 973 0017 males and females. [email protected] Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 63

Very useful Pink And Blue Hamda and the Collage team The two friends Author: Usama Kamil Allala Author: Saliha Ghabish Author: Saliha Ghabish Author: Saliha Ghabish ISBN: 978-9948-20-944-7 ISBN: 978-9948-427-99-5 ISBN: 978-9948-02-712-6 ISBN: 978-9948-02-188-9 Category: Health Category: Young adults books - Self De- Category: Young adults books - Self De- Category: Educational children’s books velopment velopment Brief: Brief: This is a health book that guides young Brief: Brief: The story of two friends, Nada and Huda, girls and boys to ways to stay healthy and Letters and stories addressed to young A little girl who found herself coloured who lived a wonderful friendship, but have ideal weight by having healthy food. girls and boys expressing their reality fabrics of different kinds to live with this friendship almost collapsed due to and dreams, encouraging them to ques- My Little Sister’s Purpose these fabrics tales and adventures in reckless behaviour. space before returning to her painting. “ tion and search for satisfying answers. Author: Saliha Ghabish ISBN: 978-9948-22-699-4 Category: Educational children’s books

Brief: This is a story of a naughty girl, who troubles her sister, but relations be- Mom, Dad: Why Not Live In One House tween the two sisters were enhanced Author: Fadhil Al Naqbi with love and the older sister’s care. ISBN: 978-9948-02-232-9 Category: Educational children’s books

Brief: A child lives a bitter reality after the sepa- ration of her parents and faces some chal- lenges in trying to coexist with society.

Cowboy Author: Ibrahim Ahmad Maghfuri The Lost Point ISBN: 978-9948-23-224-7 Author: Saliha Ghabish Category: Educational children’s books The Paper That Finally Rejoiced ISBN: 978-9948-02-190-2 The hidden sound in my room Brief: Author: Saliha Ghabish Category: Educational children’s books Author: ZaKiyah Al Sarraf A story that talks about the importance of ISBN: 978-9948-20-943-0 ISBN: 978-9948-02-256-5 Brief: giving, tolerance, good intention and the Category: Educational children’s books Category: Educational children’s books From Masarrah adventures in the world impact of all of these on society Brief: of Arabic Language, a series of education- Brief: A story that talks about the importance al interesting stories. The heroes are Ma- He woke up and listened to a sound of paper recycling through putting each sarrah and Ma’luma (information) who in his untidy room. What was it? Is it a type of waste in the place assigned to it. go on many adventures to discover com- meow of a cat under his bed or a sound mon linguistic errors and correct them. of a sad bird, or what? Kuttab Publishing Kuttab is an Emirati publishing house established in August 2010 in the Emirate of Dubai. It is responsible for printing and distributing the works of Emirati writers in, inside and outside the UAE. Kuttab published for a selection of UAE young and talented writers in the field of literary, historical, heritage and sarcastic writings. Kuttab has a leading cultural café, the first of its kind in the UAE, where writers and readers meet. It has pub- T: +971 2 6584 403 lished more than 150 books, most notably “Flashes F: +971 2 6584 404 of Thought” by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister [email protected] of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. www.kuttab.ae Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 67

I and Uncle Sam Around The World In 22 Days Social Leader Diaries Of Little Naughty Author: Jamal Al Shihi Author: Muhammad Al Murr Author: Dr. Ibrahim Al Dubil, Dr. Abdul Author: Jamal Al Shihi, Muhammad ISBN: 978-0997-56-550-8 ISBN: 978-9948-20-943-0 Rahman Sharaf Khamis Category: Travel writing Category: Travel writing ISBN: 978-9948-13-395-7 ISBN: 978-9948-22-093-0 Brief: Brief: Category: Self-Management and Category: Children’s Literature Development This book is a good combination of liter- The author talks about his journey Brief: ature of travels and memoirs with light around the world in 22 days. Many mo- Brief: The story talks about Faisal, a naughty boy and sometimes sarcastic tone, The au- tives and circumstances were behind This book reflects the collective voluntary who loves adventures, but he becomes thor also focused on the historical and this journey. Flashes of Thought work of the social leaders that contrib- a victim to many troubles because he geographical aspects of each state men- Author: Mohammed bin Rashid Al Mak- uted to achieving their aspirations taking does not calculate the results very well. tioned in the book. toum them to the highest levels of excellence. ISBN: 978-9948-20-111-3 Category: Self-Management and Devel- opment

Brief: Zayed, From Al Ain City This book summarizes the dialogue ses- To Leadership Of The Union sion by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Author: Rashid Abdullah Al Nuaimi bin Rashid Al Maktoum, at the Govern- ISBN: 978-9953-76-566-3 ment Summit held in February 2013. Category: Biography The book addresses the various aspects of management, leadership, personal life Brief: and His Highness’s vision for success. The book presents the historical march of the leader, Sheikh Zayed, from his youth in the eastern region to the start of the challenges that he had to face in Zayed And The Uae, the stage of state’s establishment. The Zayed, The Exceptional Personality Building The Union State book also presents the philosophy of His Author: Ali Abu Al Rish Author: Dr. Yousif Muhammad Al-Madfaa UAE pioneers In The Company Of A Cup Of Tea Highness in social development. ISBN: 978-9948-18-876-6 ISBN: 978-9948-40-283-1 Author: Author: Sajid Al Abdali Category: History of the United Arab Category: History of the United Arab ISBN: 978-9948-18-874-2 ISBN: 978-9948-20-976-8 Emirates Emirates Category: History of the UAE Category: Self -Management and Devel- opment Brief: Brief: Brief: The book summarizes the most prom- The book talks about the role of Sheikh The book contains inspiring success Brief: inent personal qualities of the late Zayed in building the UAE. The book was stories of forty-three honoured per- This book contains a collection of ob- Sheikh Zayed. It reviews his great deeds based on a study conducted by the author, sonalities. You learn about the chal- servations, contemplations and reflec- and attitudes towards various Arab and follow-up of many ancient sourc- lenging lives of the honourees and the tions written by the author in successive and regional issues, and his wisdom es, and documents that wrote about sacrifices they made, to transform stages of his life. The book targets those and determination in crucial situations. the history of the UAE and the region. their stories to historical achievements. looking for hope, optimism and positivity. Kalimat Publishing & Distributions The journey of Kalimat, the first publishing house in the UAE dedicated to publishing Arabic children’s books, began in 2007 in Emirate of Sharjah, then expanded to include publishing houses in other publishing sectors to include ‘Huruf’ which aims to support Arabic children education in early stages. “Riwayat” specializes in publishing translated Arabic literary works. “Comics” specializes in publishing various types of comics: stories, novels, and others in Arabic, in addition to “Kalimat -Quarto”, a strategic partnership between Kalimat and Quarto Group that focusses on publishing and distributing the publications of various companies affiliated with in Arabic. Since its establishment, Kalimat has been able to distribute its books in 16 countries. The group is proud to present over 400 publications, many of which have won Arab and international awards. Since its T: +971 6 556 6696 launch, the group has worked with more than 120 Arab and world F: +971 6 556 6691 renowned writers. The group has so far translated more than 50 books from Arabic into other languages. [email protected] www.kalimat.ae Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 71

Do Not Open This Book Father Sultan Doll Books Series Ibn Khaldun Put Out The Lights Author: Fatima Sharaf Al Din Author: Saliha Ghabish Author: Author: Fatima Sharaf Al -Din Author: Maitha Al Khayyat ISBN: 978-9953-20-210-3 ISBN: 978-9948-22-350-4 ISBN: 978-9948-15-207-3 ISBN: 978-9948-18-136-1 ISBN: 978-9948-22-349-8 Category: Children’ stories Category: Children’ stories Category: Educational children’s books Category: Children’ stories Category: Children’ stories Brief: Brief: Brief: Brief: Brief: This book includes two stories. It pro- A brief biography of His Highness Sheikh A book about a cock accompanied by This book is part of the series, Do You Umar lives in a farm where he has many duced in the form of accordion. One Dr. Sultan bin Mohamed Al Qasimi, Rul- doll; from a series that provides young Know Who I Am? Which celebrates great domestic animals. When night falls, he story aims to enhance the child’s imagi- er of Sharjah. The biography deals with children with information about animals Arab historical figures. The book sheds cannot sleep, so he tries to play with the nation, while the other provides the child his outstanding personality in various in a very simple manner. with a safe and familiar environment as- light on the life of Ibn Khaldun, the Arab stages of his life and highlights his ex- small animals. As he passes by the an- sociated with a feeling of safety and joy. philosopher, politician and scholar and cellence throughout the years of study imals he teaches the reader the names the founder of sociology. in scientific subjects and student ac- of the young animals and their sounds. tivities such as sports and drawing. The book also focuses on his humanist attitudes and great morals, as well as, his passion for science and knowledge, which is reflected today in his support for science and arts and cultural events.

Hold Your Tongue Lovely Ahmad The Way You Hold Your Horse Author: Marwa Al Aqrubi Green Braids Author: Fatima Sharaf Al Din Union Is Strength ISBN: 978-9948-15-811-0 Father Zayed Author: Mohannad Al Aqus ISBN: 978-9948-13-645-3 Author: Abir Ballan Category: Children’s stories Author: Saliha Ghabish ISBN: 978-9948-02-493-4 Category: Children’s stories ISBN: 978-0997-15-812-7 ISBN: 978-9948-16-069-4 Category: Children’ stories Category: Children’ stories Brief: Category: Children’s stories Brief: Ahmad dreams that he and his sister Brief: This text is a set of phrases and sentenc- Brief: met their grandmother in her child- Brief: Amal is a simple girl who lost all her hair; es that act like tongue twisters. Most of This book celebrates the UAE nation- hood and that she showed them plac- A brief biography of His Highness Sheikh “her silver” head became bizarre. She these phrases are colloquia, common al day, focusing on the idea of “union is es that existed in her time while sing- Zayed, the father of the nation. Sheikh lives nice adventures, thanks to her dis- among people and often used in chal- strength”. A boy spends the day with his ing songs of the UAE heritage. It is Zayed was a Bedouin poet who lived a tinctive hair. Then her hair starts grad- lenging and entertaining word games. family and grandparents in the heritage advisable that each family adds this simple life, loved knowledge and work, and ually to grow; with love she could fight These words are also used in training on village where they enjoy a number of ac- book to their children’s story collection. managed to lead and unite the emirates. her illness. proper pronunciation. tivities that reflect the Emirati heritage. Medad Publishing & Distribution Medad Publishing & Distribution was established in the Emirate of Dubai and is the recipient of the Best Local Publishing Award in 2016 at the Sharjah International Book Fair. Medad is a young Emirati publishing house seeking excellence and aims to make a quantum leap in the knowledge production system in the UAE by sup- T: +971 4 331 6531 porting the promising generation of literary people, writ- ers and authors, and train and refine them in different [email protected] fields of literature. www.medadpublishing.com Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 75

I Have Not Failed 2 A Brief Biography Of Darkness Arabish ( Ankarizah) The Writing Stands Al Fareej Author: Maryam Al Balushi Author: Amir Taj Assir Author: Nawal Halawa Author: Dr. Muhsun Al Ramli Author: Ibrahim Mohammed Bu Melha ISBN: 978-9948-23-464-7 ISBN: 978-9948-02-436-1 ISBN: 978-9948-23-261-2 ISBN: 978-9948-02-428-6 ISBN: 978-9948-23-430-2 Category: Self development Category: Novel Category: Novel Category: Literature Category: History

Brief: Brief: Brief: Brief: Brief: A book on self-development and mo- A novel by the Sudanese novelist Amir This book is based on a true story where In this book, the late novelist Hassan A book that talks about the Emirate of tivation that addresses the period of Taj Assir, in which he narrates the story Mais Al Rim Al Adnani reminisces the de- Mutlaq, the author of the novel Daba- Dubai and UAE; it focuses on the life of delegation in the International Civil Avi- of blacksmith who became a Minister of parture of qualified people to Kuwait where da, talks about the philosophy of writing the past in all its forms and the social ation Organization (a United Nations or- Culture, and depicts the great change of black gold was discovered and began to novels. He also reflects his contempla- role of Fareej (the neighborhood). The ganization) in 2010 and talks about the his life from a simple person to a minister. bring modern life into the country making tions on awareness and perception. book also discusses the customs and challenges the author had to face with it civilized and ahead of its Gulf neighbours. traditions of the Emirate society (trac- different nationalities during that period ing changes in schools dress - hobbies of intellectual transition to globalization. - UAE dialect, social and economic life). This book is a living testimony of the heritage of the Fareej in Dubai.

Think, Say And Act Author: Dr. Iman Mirdas ISBN: 978-9948-23-177-6 A Journey To Japan With Mansour Category: Biography My Homeland Is My Identity The Memory of Water Author: Jawaher Al Muhairi Author: Talal Al Falti Author: Wassini El A’arj ISBN: 978-9948-02-490-3 Brief: Souk Naif ISBN: 978-9948-42-740-7 ISBN: 978-9948-02-730-0 Category: Book of Travels This book sheds light on the achieve- Author: Ubaid Ibrahim Bu Melha Category: Emiratis Category: Novel ments made by His Highness Sheikh ISBN: 978-9948-02-271-8 Brief: Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum in Category: Novel Brief: Brief: A book in which UAE writer Jawaher Al A personal biography of the Algerian nov- various fields, it also draws attention Brief: The book discusses the concepts of Muhairi discusses with the renowned elist (Wassini El A’arj), in which he talks to Sheikh Mohammed’s vision, indicat- This is a novel about the Naif Area in the homeland and national identity and their Emirati personality, Mansour Al Yabani about the dominance of the armed ter- ing that what has been achieved at the past and the present. The author docu- components and values. It also discuss- (Mansour the Japanese), the differences rorist groups at that time over all aspects different levels of welfare, progress and ments some events, personalities and es the role of institutions in the promo- between the Japanese and Emirati peo- of life in his country and the bitterness stability is indeed a sincere translation of places and describes the transition of tion of identity, belonging and loyalty in ples, common customs and traditions, he endured being away from his family. a brilliant insight and determination. place and people through time. the United Arab Emirates. as well as aspects of life in Japan. Maraya Printing, Publishing & Distribution Maraya Printing, Publishing & Distribution was estab- lished in 2012. The house provides publishing and distri- bution services in various fields, furnishes private libraries with various publications. Maraya Printing, Publishing & Distribution focuses on history and genealogy publica- tions and other subjects related to the UAE. It has some publications devoted for children. Maraya is agent for the USA Library of Congress in the United Arab Emirates and T: +971 6 740 7388 the Sultanate of Oman. [email protected] Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 79

Colouring Book Rim And Magic Pens Family Of Little Mice The Lamb, Farhan Author: Muhammad Majdi Author: Maryam Refai Author: Maryam Al Refai Author: Maryam Al Rifai ISBN: 978-9948-48-131-7 ISBN: 978-9948-23-305-3 ISBN: 978-9948-23-300-8 ISBN: 978-9948-23-299-5 Category: Colouring Book Category: Children’s stories Category: Children’s stories Category: Children’s stories

Brief: Brief: Brief: Brief: The Merciful King Coloring book for adults helps to over- A story about work and perseverance; in This story talks about the importance of A story of the lamb is an evidence of Author: Eid Salah come stress and develop the ability to this story a girl named Rim who discovers parents’ respect as they know what is cooperation, perseverance and mistrust ISBN: 978-9948-23-302-2 endure and persevere. that the magic pens are the actual work good for their children more than anyone of strangers; a story of not leaving the Category: Children’s stories and efforts of students because they else. This is what little mice Habun and house without parents’ permission. Brief: enable them to fulfill their purposes. Labun will find out. A king, who was wise and kind to his people, got lost in the bush and discov- ered that people love and defend him because of his justice and courage.

From Haq Al Laila Author: Inas Abdul Hamid ISBN: 978-9948-13-981-2 Category: Children’s stories Co-operation I Am Not Disabled Author: Eid Salah Award Brief: Author: Eid Salah Author: Eid Salah A story about the folk tradition of the ISBN: 978-9948-09-556-9 ISBN: 978-9948-09-555-2 Category: Children’s stories ISBN: 978-9948-23-303-9 Little Bunny, Arnub And The Fox Arabian Gulf region, Haqq Al Leila, a cel- Category: Children’s stories Category: Children’s stories Author: Eid Salah ebration on the night of the middle of Brief: Brief: ISBN: 978-9948-09-545-3 Sha’baan ( of the Hijri calendar) during Fawaz learned from that bird how it Brief: The little cock discovered that co-opera- Category: Children’s stories which children wear their best clothes The difference between energy and la- tion and joint work are better than work- managed to build its nest following and tour the houses in the neighborhood many attempts and great effort. Fawaz ziness is the subject of our story. Faris Brief: ing alone; all this drove him away from collecting candy and nuts’ bags. found out that work and perseverance discovers it quickly! He knows the big If lies save, truth saves more - this is risks, because when the fox chased him are the basis for success and excellence. difference between them and keeps his what the friends discovered after they he was frightened and trembled - and success secret! found a ring that a passerby lost. returned to his mother with fear. Landmarks For Printing & Publishing and Distribution Maalim aims at promoting the industry of printing, pub- lishing and distribution through publishing Arabic books with valuable cultural and social themes to cope to the requirements of the UAE market in particular and the Arab market in general, in addition to the distribution of books in the UAE market to libraries, book houses, educa- tional and cultural centers participating in local and Arab T: +971 4 262 6301 exhibitions. [email protected] Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 83

Kindergarten 1 My Animal Pictured Atlas Let’s Take A Shower Author: Nasab Bu Fakhr Al Din Author: Hanadi Mazbudi Author: Sahar Aasi ISBN: 978-9953-76-892-2 ISBN: 978-9948-438-77-9 ISBN: 978-9948-02-672-3 Category: Children’s educational books Category: Children’s books-Atlas Category: Children’s educational books World writers’ Dictionary Brief: Brief: Brief: Author: Dr. Shawqi Muhammad Abbud This is a set that has been designed to This book is fascinating introduction Fun is one of the best ways to teach ISBN: 978-9953-76-780-0 teach letters and numbers for children. to the Kingdom of Animals and a tool children in pre-school stage and kin- Category: Literature - Dictionaries It includes a writing book and an exer- for understanding their diversity and dergarten. This book like every book in The World of Animals in Children’s Brief: cise book for Math and reading. The set the importance of preserving them. “Let’s have fun together” series seeks to Songs follows clear and approved curricula; it is A Dictionary of international writers The book presents more than 300 encourage children to play, imagine and Author: Hana Farah Halahil full of illustrated exercises and activities which includes information about more species of pictured stunning animals. learn at the same. ISBN: 978-9953-76-988-2 with interesting stickers than 550 writers, from all around the Category: Children’s books world... Brief: Lyrics for children on the world of animals

Latifah Al Khafifa Author: Hissa Al Awadhi ISBN: 978-9948-02-670-9 Category: Children’s stories Why? Brief: Abbudi, The Distinguished Kid Water Is The Source Of Life The Gulf Heritage... from the old houses Author: Salwa Musabbah Al Suwaidi Author: Safiya Haydar Ahmad Greatest Wise And Famous Sayings Author: Mirna Al-Barraj ISBN: 978-9948-09-587-3 ISBN: 978-9948-02-667-9 Author: Nasser Assi ISBN: 978-9948-76-77-7 Category: Children’s educational Books Category: Children’s stories ISBN: 978-9953-76-870-0 Category: Children’s educational books Category: Literature Brief: Brief: Brief: We are all aware of the importance of A girl asking questions about what her Brief: A useful educational story about chil- water in our lives; it is the origin of life. family does after she goes to sleep... A book that includes many of the wise dren’s signs of birth Water is the source of life is an interest- sayings common among the people; it ing illustrated book. provides wonderful statements and ex- pressions about life. Jerboa Publishing & Distribution Jerboa Books is a publisher dedicated to producing top quality children’s books which focus on the culture, her- itage and wildlife of Arabia. As importantly, these books will be fun and will encourage children to want to read whether in Arabic or English. Our publishing schedule in- cludes original fiction, folk tales, information and history T: +971 4 2974 321 books all available in both languages. [email protected] Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 87

Peace The Happy Eid Author: Yusif Khan Author: Salwa Kapital ISBN: 978-9948-44-717-7 ISBN: 978-9948-43-557-0 Category: Children’s books - Lyrics Jamal’s Journey Category: Children’s books Author: Michael Foreman Brief: Brief: ISBN: 978-9948-42-793-3 A music book made for children that in- Eid is an occasion of joy and fun. This Galagolia Category: Children’s books-novel cludes songs and hymns in English in the story depicts Eid Al-Fitr’s atmosphere Author: Dubai Abulhoul love for the UAE. and its celebrations. ISBN: 978-9948-44-721-4 Brief: The Camel With Small Hump A translation of a story by Michael Author: Rawdhah Al-Halami Category: Young adults’ books Foreman who won twice the Greenway ISBN: 978-9948-43-553-2 Brief: Award...... The story is about a Jamal, the Category: Children’s books The first fictional novel for young adults little camel who had to walk, walk, and written by the Emirati girl, Dubai Abul- walk across the desert to Dubai, where Brief: houl, takes place in Dubai. friendship and adventure await him! Sometimes we feel that we are in the wrong place; that we are unlike others. The small-humped camel wants to look like other camels! Cherry Loving Leila Author: Aniko Brauner ISBN: 978-9948-85-993-2 Category: Children’s books

Brief: Leila, a naughty giraffe, loves cherries. So does Rashid, the game warden. But there is only one cherry tree on the is- Camel’s Beauty Contest land where the two are living. And that Omar’s goats Author: Marilyn Sheffield causes problems. BIG PROBLEMS. But, Author: Kathy Hoopmann ISBN: 978-9948-85-623-3 suddenly, something unexpected hap- ISBN: 978-9948-85-992-5 Category: Children’s books pens and Leila and Rashid become the Category: Children’s books best of friends . Brief: Brief: Kamilla the camel is entered into a beau- When Omar goes out for his goats’ graz- ty contest by her owner. At the contest The Camel That Got Away Jamila, The White Falcon ing every day, he feels disgusted to see she finds many beautiful camels. She Author: Julia Johnson Author: Mirjam Ricarda Hampel the garbage here and there, so he tries thinks they are more beautiful than she ISBN: 978-9948-42-619-6 ISBN: 978-9948-85-982-6 to make a big difference and take care of is but the judge is not only looking for a Category: Children’s books Category: Children’s books his environment. beautiful face, but also a beautiful per- Brief: Brief: sonality. Has Kamilla got what it takes A story about a camel lost in Dubai and When Jamila participates in the air speed to win? mingled with the camel statues in the race, there will be more excitement and squares. thrill. An interesting story about falconry. University Bookshop The University Bookshop was established in Abu Dhabi in 1970 and is one of the leading booksshops in the United Arab Emirates and the Arab world. The univer- sity Bookshop aims to spread science, knowledge, and advancement of the Arab people to the challenges of the age while preserving Arab values and ethics; and aspire to be a leading place in this market, qualified to T: +971 2 642 2510 sell thousands of books and educational tools. [email protected] Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 91

Air Pollution Abjad-Level 2 Author: Muhammad Abdulaziz Al Halawi Author: Arabic Language ISBN: 622-2008-91-528-3 Protection Association Category: Young adults-science Innovation Imprint ISBN: 978-9948-22-756-4 Author: Hamdan Al Amiri Category: Educational books Brief: ISBN: 978-9948-20-768-9 A science book for Young adults provides Brief: Abjad-Level 4 Category: Stories and Thoughts information for all family members and The programme aims at developing the Author: Arabic Language valuable life- related topics students’ knowledge of Arabic phonetics. Protection Association Brief: Ecological Balance Stories and thoughts of a promising Author: Muhammad Abdulaziz Al Halawi ISBN: 978-9948-22-758-8 Emirati author ISBN: 978-9948-52-137-5 Category: Educational Category: Young adults-science Brief: The programme aims at developing the Brief: A science book for Young adults provides students’ knowledge of Arabic phonetics. information for all family members and valuable life- related topics Abjad-Level 1 Author: Arabic Language Protection Association ISBN: 978-9948-22-755-7 Category: Educational books

Brief: The programme aims at developing the students’ knowledge of Arabic phonetics. My Own Way Abjad-Level 3 Author: Nabila Abbas Author: Arabic Language ISBN: 978-9953-76-545-7 Protection Association Category: Cooking Book 12,500 Questions And Answers Author: Seham Ibrahim Mahmoud ISBN: 978-9948-22-757-1 Brief: ISBN: 978-9953-76-620-1 Category: Educational This book offers a comprehensive va- Category: Information Brief: riety of recipes combining the Eastern Abjad-Level 5 Brief: The programme aims at developing the dishes with dishes different civilizations. Author: Arabic Language Protection As- The book has a variety of information students’ knowledge of Arabic phonetics. sociation from all branches of knowledge, litera- ISBN: 978-9948-22-759-5 ture, Islamic knowledge, figures, politics Category: Educational and economy, Arts and others. Brief: The programme aims at developing the students’ knowledge of Arabic phonetics. Alsafa T: +971 2 644 5053 Bookshop [email protected] Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 95

We Are All Useful 1001 Wisdoms The Abridge Dictionary For Students Author: Suheir Al-Samman Author: Hisham Awadh ISBN: 978-9953-53-458-5 ISBN: 978-9948-02-394-4 ISBN: 978-9933-42-556-2 Category: Dictionary Category: Children’s stories Category: Wise sayings Sultan And The Seven Stars Brief: Author: Ansam Jamil Brief: Brief: Helps to understand vague terms and ISBN: 978-9948-02-557-3 There was a knife which found that the Great Arab & Islamic wisdoms, sayings increase the student’s wealth Category: Children’s stories work it was doing in the kitchen was not of scholars and ancient wise men and of vocabulary Brief: useful. Eating no longer needed cutting much more. 13-Year-Old Boy Sultan was imaged that a giant en- or peeling... then it realized that it is very Author: Asma Muhammad tered the village, so he rushed to seek important in preparing food. ISBN: 978-9933-53-405-9 help from others to drive out this giant. Category: Novel

Brief: A 13-year-old boy feels lost between his love and avenging his family. He lives this confusion and overlooks the mean- The Wise Teacher And The Student ings of childhood and innocence. Author: Ansam Jamil ISBN: 978-9948-02-392-0 Category: Children’s Stories

Brief: A rich student wanted to joke around with a poor man, so he replaced joking with making the man happy, instead.

Comfortable Words Author: Walid Abdul majid Ibrahim ISBN: 978-9953-53-450-9 Try Till You Succeed Farhan Achieves His Dream Author: Suheir Al-Samman Author: Ansam Jamil Category: wise sayings and aphorisms Khalid And The Bird Author: Ansam Jamil ISBN: 978-9948-02-380-7 ISBN: 978-9948-02-603-7 Brief: ISBN: 978-9948-02-556-6 Category: Children’s stories Category: Children’s stories We find wisdom in everything; it makes Category: Children’s stories Brief: Brief: us see things better. A small car was trying to climb the Farhan wanted to be a footballer; with Brief: mountain, but was always afraid and determination and training he became an Khalid’s father bought him a bird in a did not reach. After determination, the excellent player and won with his team. cage. Khalid loved the bird. One day, car reached the top of the mountain and Khalid set the bird free and since then was happy with this success. it never returned. Khalid was sad, but when he saw that the bird was happy out of the cage, he became happy, too. Dar Al Hafez Bookshop Dar Al Hafiz Publishing House is an Emirati publishing company. It was established in the United Arab Emirates in 2012 and became a leader publishing house in UAE

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Expiry Of Professional Football Researches in Islamic Economics Players Contracts Author: Salem Said Al-Na’ur Author: Abdul Razzaq Faruq Saflu ISBN: 978-9948-02-223-7 ISBN: 978-9948-23-307-7 Category: Law Category: Law Brief: Brief: Academic book containing 9 researches This book is by the legal adviser of the in various aspects of the Islamic econo- UAE Football Federation, he explains in my, indicating the validity of the Islamic Retroactive Effect In Legal Action Criminal Protection In The Areas Of it the laws governing the recruitment of economy in all times and places, and how Author: Prof. Nury Muhammad Khatir peaceful uses of nuclear energy players in UAE. the Islamic economy achieves the true ISBN: 978-9948-497-93-6 Author: Said Ali Said meaning of sustainability in various areas. Category: Law ISBN: 978-9948-18-546-8 Category: Law Brief: The book is a thesis on a very important Brief: legal subject. The author presented it This academic book discusses a new is- in a wonderful academic way to form a sue in the United Arab Emirates that will Labour Law Gradual Invalidity In The reference for postgraduates in law. The be the talk of the academic institutes. Author: Muhammad Basil Al-Hafiz Administrative Decision author is one of the first professors in The book presents the peaceful uses ISBN: 978-9948-438-83-0 Author: Dr. Faisal Abdul Hafiz Al Sha- the Faculty of Law at the UAE University. of nuclear energy and the subsequent Category: Law wabkih criminal protection according to UAE ISBN: 978-9948-13-646-0 Brief: laws. Category: Law This professional academic book details the UAE labour law. It also provides all Brief: decisions and decrees with the latest This is an academic book which is almost amendments until February 2017. The the first of its kind in UAE. The book dis- book explains the rights and obligations cusses one of the most important issues of workers and employers and issues in recent times, which is the invalidity of Unlawful Competition related to the relationship between the the administrative decision. The book Author: Khalid Ali Abdullah Al Mansuri The Public Prosecution Authority In laborer and the employer starting from includes the latest jurisprudence laws in initiating criminal proceedings ISBN: 978-9948-09-624-5 signing the contract until the end of the Author: Said Hassan Muhammad Balhaj the UAE which were issued by the Fed- Category: Law worker’s service. ISBN: 978-9948-23-260-5 eral Supreme Court and Dubai Court of Brief: Category: Law Cassation. A legal academic book in which the au- thor discusses the issue of competition Brief: among traders, especially illegal com- The book is an academic thesis that dis- petition because competition. The book cusses an important issue in the UAE presents a comparison between UAE Penal Procedures Law, which is the commercial laws and some laws in the extent of the power of public prosecu- Arab countries. tion in initiating criminal proceedings. Zajel Publishing & Distribution Founded in 2016 in Abu Dhabi, Zagel Publishing and Distribution aims to enrich the Arabic library with books of high quality content, as well as encourage reading among the Arab nation, especially young people by T: +971 50 271 1717 publishing innovative books that adopts “entertaining education” concepts, Zajel Publications provide an ex- [email protected] ceptional opportunity for benefit and entertainment. www.zajelbooks.com Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 103

The Journey Of The World And Universe A Sailor, Not A Pirate Author: Ammar Al Mu’ili Author: Dr. Ali Abdul Qadir Category: History Category: Young adults-stories

Brief: Brief: An exciting historical and scientific jour- This is a story for young adult; it is about ney to strange places and great events the consequences of recklessness. The that took place in past since billions of story narrates the story of young man years. dreams of going into the sea and become The Twists And Turns Of Fate Save The Prosopis Tree Kingdom Of Peacocks a sailor, but his reckless behavior leads him Author: Khalid Al Muhairi Author: Dr. Ali Abdul Qader Author: Fadhil Al Muhairi to fall a prisoner onboard pirates’ ship. Category: Young adults -stories Category: Young adults -stories Category: Novel

Brief: Brief: Brief: This is a story for young adults. It takes A young adults’ story talks about the This novel combines magnificence of us through the memories of a child about prosopis tree and its importance to imagination with authenticity of history. the school bus, and the consequences of stress the importance of preserving the The story’s adventure takes us on a his behavior. It is presented in an excit- environment and heritage. journey in the past through the pirates’ Majid’s Grand Opportunity ing and interesting manner focusing on ship in the risky route with smugglers Author: Dr. Ali Abdul Qadir the importance of behaving well in the and pirates who stood up against the Category: Young adults-stories school bus. Portuguese oppression and injustice in Brief: the early 16th century. The story tells about seizing the op- The protagonist, Zahran finds himself portunity and endeavouring to achieve on the deck of the pirate ship, Dayjur as goals. Majid finds the opportunity of his a crew member after he had decided to lifetime when he plays with his team an retaliate for his family, whose members important match. died by Portuguese bombardment.

Long Live Our Homeland Author: Dr. Ali Abdul Qadir The Adventure Of The Arabian Leopard Category: Young adults-stories on Mars Author: Dr. Ali Abdul Qadir Brief: Category: Young adults-stories This story is for young adults, it is about the love of homeland and sacrifice for it. Brief: The story shows how one has to put na- A science fiction story for young adult; it tion’s interest first. is about a journey to the future that is told between galaxies and planets.... it talks about the conflict between good and evil, loyalty and sacrifice for the homeland... Dar Al Fadhela T: +971 4 265 7211 Bookshop [email protected] Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 107

1000 Facts About Ibn Khaldun The Stories Behind Proverbs Encyclopedia of the world’s writers of Author: Ashraf Mohammed Al-Wahsh Author: Dr. Ahmed Sayyid Hamid Al Barjal the 21st century ISBN: 978-977-297-520-6 ISBN: 978-977-297-509-9 Author: Mahmud Qassim Category: General Information 1000 facts about the Arabic Language Category: Proverbs and sayings ISBN: 978-977-297-524-2 Author: Dr. Ahmad Sayyid Hamid Al-Barjal Category: Encyclopedias Brief: Brief: ISBN: 978-977-297-507-5 The book talks about one of the prom- The book contains a beautiful bunch of Brief: Category: General Information inent personalities of the universal civ- Arabic proverbs. It presents the origin of This encyclopedia includes the world’s ilization. Six centuries after his death, each story. The book aims at highlighting most important writers in the 21st cen- Brief: 1000 facts about Orientalism he has great influence in different parts the beauty of the Arabic Language, its tury. Many of those writers won major 1000 facts about the Arabic language, and Orientalists of the world. He still occupies people’s timeless stories and its proverbs. literary awards like Nobel Prize. its origin and development, and its dis- Author: Hani Muhammad Hamid minds, especially with his Muqaddimah, ciplines, such as grammar, morphology, ISBN: 978-977-297-524-2 the Introduction of Ibn Khaldun. rhetoric, and eloquence, as well as pho- Category: General Information netics, literature and poetry. Brief: 1000 facts about Orientalism and Ori- entalists including definition of Oriental- ism, its origin and development, Orien- Literary Salons In The Arab World talism and colonization, Orientalism and Author: Dr. Ahmed Sayed Hamed the Jews, and the motives and objectives Al-Barjal of Orientalism ISBN: 978-977-5155-14-6 Category: Literature

Brief: The book deals with the literary salons in the Arab region and their role in the literary renaissance. The author defined the salons, and presented their origins. Then, he talked about the role of wom- History Of Sea Piracy Love of Books and Obsession with Reading en in these salons and mentioned some Author: Yatsik Makovsky Author: Walid Taha Ashur very famous women’s salons, like Nazili ISBN: 978-977-5155-06-1 ISBN: 978-977-297-527-3 Fadil’s and May Ziade’s salons. Category: Children’s stories Category: Books & Reading 1000 facts about the history of education 1000 Facts About Andalus Author: Nabil Abu Al-Qassim Brief: Brief: Author: Dr. Ahmad Sayyid Hamid Al-Barjal ISBN: 978-977-297-524-2 In this book, the famous Polish journalist An exciting journey with world’s celeb- ISBN: 978-977-297-522-8 Category: General Information and writer Yatsiyek Makhovski, tries to rities, innovators and leaders, through Category: General Information present a vision of all the major stages of which we learn about their customs, Brief: piracy. The time of events extends from personal life, and their rituals of reading Brief: This book provides a comprehensive his- ancient world until our modern era. and writing, and approach the their ge- 1000 facts about Andalus, from the es- tory education and its development in nius, as they tell us about their passion tablishment of the Islamic state to the the region and the views of key person- for books, their obsession with writing. fall of its civilization alities in the field. The book is an import- ant reference for educators. Maktabati Publishing & Distribution & Books Established in Sharjah in 2012, the Emirati publishing house has always enriched the cultural themes in the UAE and the Arab world through a series of useful and diverse publications that are of interest to all sectors of T: +971 50 373 3948 UAE and Arab societies. [email protected] Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 111

Rama Loves Her School Your child’s development (birth to 6 How Can I Help People? Author: Manal Fahmi Mahjub years) Author: Ranim Haytham Hafiz ISBN: 978-9948-23-337-4 Author: Asmaa Muhammad Subhi ISBN: 978-9948-02-768-3 Category: Children’s stories Category: Children’s stories On The Day Of Cleanliness Nashawi Author: Qahtan Ibrahim Al Talla’ ISBN: 978-948-02-636-5 Brief: Brief: ISBN: 978-9948-49-597-0 Category: Educational A collection for children in their ear- An educational series teaches children Category: Children’s stories ly years which teaches them ethics Brief: personal skills and how to behave well with the members of the community. through the stories of Rama and her Brief: An educational book for the family gives Mental math brother, Majd advice on caring for the child and cor- A collection of children’s stories about the Author: Rasha Al-Sha’aar recting his behavior from his birth until adventures of Hamad and his sister Mira ISBN: 978-9948-43-884-7 he joins school. through which they learn good ethics Category: Educational

Brief: Mental math is a new way of developing learning skills and capabilities. It aims at solving mathematical problems in a How To Take Care Of My Body quick and an interesting way. It develops Author: Alaa Juda memory, increases the ability to concen- ISBN: 978-9948-02-772-0 trate, understand and pay attention. It Category: Children’s stories helps in increasing accuracy, intuition, comprehension, creativity and self-con- Brief: fidence. An educational book for children (8+) teaches them how to take care of their bodies, maintain cleanliness, health and beauty and take care of their food. The book also gives advices to protect them against harassment.

Self-Reliance Science For Young People Stories from the life of the Companions Majd Defies His Fear Author: Tariq Ahmad Al Bakri Author: Hiba Mohammed Nazir Al Halabi Author: Haytham Muwaffaq Hafiz Author: Manal Fahmi Mahjub ISBN: 978-9948-23-207-0 ISBN: 978-9948-02-773-7 ISBN: 978-9948-43-886-1 ISBN: 978-9948-23-334-3 Category: Children’s stories Category: Children’s books - Science Category: Children’s books- stories Category: Children’s stories Brief: Brief: Brief: Brief: Children’s Stories collection that teaches Simple scientific experiments through which A book talks about the biography of A collection for children in their ear- the children personal skills in life through the child can learn about the world and the some of the Companions, their morals ly years which teaches them ethics stories of animals creatures around him and their attitudes. through the stories of Rama and her brother, Majd

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– Muriel Rukeyser Al Qasimi Publication Al-Qasimi publication house publishes the books of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohamed Al Qasimi, Su- preme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah. His High- ness authored more than 50 tithes that include history books, biographies, novels, plays and others. Al Qasimi T: +971 6 554 1145 Publication has published about 150 different titles, in- F: +971 6 554 1664 cluding His Highness’s books as well as their translations into world languages, in addition to the studies on H.H.’s [email protected] books and other books. www.sheikhdrsultan.ae Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 117

Hadeeth Al Thakira Sard Al That Al-Sheikh Al-Abyad (The White Sheikh) Hadeeth Al Thakira Theatrical Works Al Qwasim and the British Author: Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi Author: Dr. Sultan bin Mohamed Al Author: Dr. Sultan bin Mohamed Al Qa- Author: Dr. Sultan bin Mohamed Al Qa- Author: Dr. Sultan bin Mohamed Al Qasimi Aggression (1797-1820) ISBN: 8-914-15-9948-978 Qasimi simi simi ISBN: 978-99533-444-62-572 Author: Dr. Sultan bin Mohamed Al Qasimi Category: History ISBN: 978-9948-16-851-5 ISBN: 978-9948-444-19-0 ISBN: 978-9948-16-571-2 Category: Play ISBN: 978-9948-16-877-5 Category: Biography Category: History Category: History Category: History Brief: Brief: This book was published after the book Brief: Brief: Brief: Al-Qasimi Publications collected the six Brief: “Sard Al That”. The author, His Highness In this book, the author spontaneously The White Shaikh is based on a true sto- After the UAE emerged more resilient plays of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sul- This book describes “Myth of Arab Pira- Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohamed Al Qasimi narrates his story chronologically un- ry that took place in the early 19th cen- from the years of crisis (1971-1977), I tan: The Return of Holako, The Case cy in the Gulf”, its danger and attributing narrates in this book the events and situ- veiling chapters of his life since child- tury. To write this novel, His Highness felt it was my duty to continue efforts not (Al-Qadiya), The Reality, Identical Copy it to India Eastern Company’’ for a meer ations at one of the most important stages hood and up to his election as ruler of the Ruler of Sharjah didn’t depend only only to consolidate the Union, but also to of the Original, Alexander the Great, trading reasons. during the establishment of the United Arab sharjah on the 26th of January 1972. on the documents he had, but he made a continue to draw attention to the Arab Nimrod, Samson (Shamshoun Al Jab- Emirates. The two books narrate the life of visit to the city of Salem in the USA, the world’s ideology and civilization, to stand bar). His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin His Highness in different stages. town of Johannes Hermann Paul, Pea- against the conspiracies woven against it. Mohamed Al Qasimi, Member of the Su- body Museum and the Documentation preme Council and Ruler of Sharjah has Center (Essex) in Salem. enriched the theatrical creativity with six The “White Sheikh”, originally published masterpieces that were performed on in Arabic in 1996, tells the story of local. Arab and Western theatres... events that took place in early 19th cen- tury. It narrates the tale of an American boy, Johannes Hermann Paul, who found himself on board a ship coming from Salem city in the US that landed on the coast of Oman. It captures the story of how the boy was adopted and brought up by Sheikh Mohammed bin Aqeel, who was a reputed merchant in the Red Sea. Named Abdullah by Sheikh Aqeel, he Under the Flag of Occupation succeeded his adoptive father and be- Author: Dr. Sultan bin Mohamed Al Qa- Tale of a City came a Sheikh in the Dhofar Province. simi ISBN: 978-9948-22-553-10 The Conflict Between Power Author: Dr. Sultan bin Mohamed Hadeeth Al Thakira 3 and Trade in the Gulf Al Qasimi Author: Dr. Sultan bin Mohamed Al Qa- Category: History ISBN: 978-9948-18-878-0 Author: Dr. Sultan bin Mohamed Al Qasimi simi Brief: Category: History ISBN: 978-9948-02-426-2 ISBN: 978-9948-16-970-3 The author touches on the history of Al Category: History Brief: Category: History Qawasims, referring to the social con- Brief: After the death of Sheikh Sultan bin Saqr Brief: ditions, the British policies against Al This book depicts the Persian and other Al Qasimi, the leader of Al Qasimi fami- Part 3 of ‘Hadeeth Al Thakira’ includes Qawasims, the urban and demographic local disputes over trade in the Gulf and ly, his sons Khalid and Ibrahim assumed many issues related to the Gulf, and development of Sharjah, the situations the affairs of the European East India rule over two of his main centers; Shar- UAE, but most of which are about the of the tribes, and transformation of the Companies. jah and Ras Al Khaima. Emirate of Sharjah, and H. H.’S life. city until 1866. Nabati Publishing Nabati Publishing House was established in 2013 in Abu Dhabi and it is managed by a team from the UAE. The house publishes the works of Emirati creative writers, in the fields of Nabati poetry, studies, children’s literature, heritage and T: +971 50 566 9941 other cultural subjects by senior specialists and experts. [email protected] Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 121

Write With Ali The Complete Works Emirati Nabati Poetry Khayyam Quatrains Author: Ali Muhammad Nur Al Din Author: Salim bu Jumhur Author: Dr. Ibrahim Ahmed Melhem (Rubaiyat Al Khayyam) ISBN: 978-9948-02-361-6 ISBN: 978-9948-18-627-4 ISBN: 978-9948-23-439-5 Author: Mohammad Abdullah Nur Al Din Category: Children’s educational Books Category: Poetry Category: Study ISBN: 978-9948-42-759-9 Category: Biography Brief: Brief: Brief: An interactive book that encourages Salim Bu Jumhur became one of the pio- The book includes two chapters, the Brief: children to complete a story, its draw- neers of the realism In UAE. He was one first deals with the meaning of “Nabati A large number of Arabic translations of ings, colour its characters through stim- of the first poets to adopt the free verse poetry” and associated terminology, oral Rubaiyat Al Khayyam in one volume, in Poetic Works Analytical study of Sheikh Zayed’s poetry ulating the child’s imagination and skills. in Nabati poetry. Then he established for poetry, the culture of the Nabati poet, addition to new texts by the author him- Author: Abdul Aziz Al Musalam Author: Mohammad Abdullah Nur Al Din This book is written by a 7-year-old! himself a symbolic school in vernacular and the future of this type of poetry. In self. The author rewrites the famous qua- ISBN: 978-9948-23-614-6 ISBN: 978-9948-22-430-3 poetry. This book is the creme de la creme the second the author deals with the trains for the first time in prose poetry. Category: Poetry Category: A Study and poetry collection of more than thirty years of his poetry. most important artistic phenomena of Brief: Emirati Nabati poetry. Brief: This book presents the essence of the This book deals with all Sheikh Zayed’s experience of His Excellency Dr. Ab- poems published in three main chapters: dulaziz Al-Musallam since he started tributaries, composition and eloquence. publishing his vernacular poetry in the The book holds collection of more than eighties. He has been one of the pio- 140 poems and more than 100 poetic neers and founders of realism. He was dialogues and is considered the most one of the first poets to adopt the free comprehensive reference of Sheikh verse in Nabati poetry. He wrote plays, Zayed’s poetry. mawals and other genres. This book is the creme de la creme of thirty years of poetry of a poet who has been consid- ered of the most important poets in UAE in modern times.

Salma And Her Friend Moza Spirit Of The Union Author: Salimah Khamis Al Ruziaqi Author: Maryam Musa Mohammed ISBN: 978-9948-23-436-4 The Complete Works 2 ISBN: 978-9948-23-235-3 Category: Children’s stories Author: Salim bu Jumhur Engineer Squirrel Category: educational and national ISBN: 978-9948-18-627-4 Author: Abdullah Ali Hasan Brief: Category: Poetry ISBN: 978-9948-23-706-8 Brief: This book deals with the customs, tra- Category: Children’s Stories This book addresses the UAE founding ditions and values of the UAE commu- Brief: rulers; those men who have brought the nity and teaches the reader more about This book is the creme de la creme of Brief: UAE to the ranks of the world developed the Bedouin environment and its orig- more than thirty years of poetry of Salim A story of an engineer squirrel who neglects countries. The book reviews the story of inal components which had not been Bu Jumhur who has been considered his work, and causes a major imbalance in the rulers of the seven emirates by iden- changed or affected by the cultural inva- onw of the most important poets in UAE the forest system highlighting the impor- tifying each one’s role in the union sion that affected many cities. in modern times. tance of delicate things to children. Hamaleel Media Foundation Dar Hamaleel was established in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi in 2010 as part of the Hamaleel Media Founda- tion. It aims at contributing UAE publishing movement, T: +971 2 446 0777 highlighting Emirati literature, promoting literature and F: +971 2 446 9911 reading among generations, supporting writers and the UAE library and protecting and refining creativity [email protected] through appropriate channels. www.hamaleel.ae Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 125

Kitāb Fiqh Ul-Lugha Wa Sir Al Arabiah Women’s Stories Philosophical visions in wisdom Abridged Dictionary Of Lexicographical Work Author: Amal Al Harthy and equestrianism Colloquial Terms Author: Abu Mansur Al-Tha’alibi ISBN: 978-9948-23-456-2 Author: Ali Abu Alreesh Author: Dr. Falih Handhal ISBN: 978-9948-02-383-8 Category: Stories ISBN: 978- 9958-18-90-08 ISBN: 978-9948-18-192-7 Category: Arabic language Category: Literarure Category: Dictionary Brief: Brief: These stories were sent to the writer, an Brief: Brief: A very important book on philology and editor of the Arab Women’s Forum, who The writer discussed the thoughts and The abridged dictionary of colloquial lexicography; one of the most important re-wrote with deliberation while keeping visions of His Highness Sheikh Moham- terms of the United Arab Emirates docu- Japanese Football The Poor And The Sufferers linguistic references of etymology and the idea of every message’s words, sen- med bin Rashid Al Maktoum from dif- ments the UAE dialect according to high Author: Rayyan Al Jadaani Author: Fida Ali-Iqbal Ubaid words’ usage sations and deep feelings and sufferings ferent angles, reflecting the similarities standards of accuracy and classification. ISBN: 978-9948-18-124-8 ISBN: 978-9948-23-458-6 which Arab women from different Arab of 27 philosophers, thinkers and wise Category: Sports Category: Literature countries share. men who illuminated humanity and in- Brief: Brief: fluenced it throughout history and were These difficult conditions in the Arab re- The book presents a careful analysis of associated with them to enrich them gion do not mean that we have to sur- the political, social and spiritual condi- with innovative and creative concepts. render. Arabs should continue to search tion of Russia at a critical time it focus- for a promising future in the field of es on Dostoevsky’s characters of the sports, especially football, which is the needy, the criminals, the poor and the only sport that pleases poor people of sufferers, who while in the depths of the Arab countries. misery and crime, find a spirit that takes them to self elevation.

Renewal Of Religious Discourse In The Great Expectations United Arab Emirates Happiness And Tolerance Author: Charles Dickens Author: Dr. Muhammad Yunis Author: Abdul Majid Al Marzuqi ISBN: 978-9948-23-563-7 ISBN: 978-9948-23-435-7 ISBN: 978-9948-02-264-0 Category: Novel Category: Study and research Category: Human development

Brief: Brief: Brief: A novel by Charles Dickens published The book shows the importance of renew- The publication of this book coincide for the first time in a series in 1860 and ing the Islamic discourse in UAE, which with the announcement of the year of was published in full in 1861. It is one of combines heritage and modernism, and 2016 as the Year of Reading, and the Dickens best works and one of his most represents a model of moderation and tol- announcement of the new cabinet and popular novels, and was played on stage erance felt by 200 nationalities of different the appointment of a Minister of State and screened more than 250 times. religions and races living on UAE’s land. for happiness and Minister of State for tolerance.. Jumaira Publications & T: +971 50 462 1202 Distributions [email protected] Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 129

Thus Shines The Spirit Come! Time Of Grunts A Bottle Of Perfume Abduction Author: Aisha Ahmed Al-Jabri Author: Talal Salim Author: Fatima Al Jallaf Author: Moza Awadh Author: Suhaib Al Rifa’i ISBN: 978-9948-13-859-4 ISBN: 978-9948-18-935-0 ISBN: 978-9948-18-816-2 ISBN: 978-9948-23-356-6 ISBN: 978-9948-49-790-5 Category: Self - development Category: Self - development Category: Novel Category: Articles Category: Novel

Brief: Brief: Brief: Brief: Brief: Your spirit will shine every day when you You ignited It was easy to hold me as a human with A bottle of perfume brings us a lot of Buckle your seatbelt; the trip is full of train your heart to live as if it will meet In my old dreams feelings and emotions and anyone who memories and dreams; we hide it from time bumps. If the trip starts it does God today. With good faith and peace of An appeal for memories did, I would follow like an idiot. Due to my the eyes of strangers; it is empty of ev- not stop for any reason; go on until you mind your soul will shine every day and So feelings were into eyes glowing good intention, I felt that those around erything but nostalgia of the oud and reach time abduction. The writer is not with your determination you make great And ashes of wind blowing ... me misunderstood my intention, and sandal; it is a rare gem in the wardrobe. responsible for any phobia that may dreams come true through strife but not unfortunately they abused me for rea- affect the traveler during or after the trip. escape, through smiling, not gloom, your sons I could not understand. spirit will shine every day thanks to God.

Memoirs Of A Failure (Young Man) Rahabah Your Charm Is In Your Energy Author: Mani’ Al Mai’ni Author Khawla Ali Al Janeibi The Cursed City’s Well Author: Abdullah Shukri Muhammad ISBN: 978-9948-22-621-5 Honoured To Betray You ISBN: 978-9948-02-663-1 Author: Alia Zeid ISBN: 978-9948-23-524-8 Category: Self -development Author: Khalfan Al Naqbi Category: Novel ISBN: 978-9948-02-203-9 Category: Self-development ISBN: 978-9948-49-791-2 Category: Novel Brief: Brief: Category: Novel Brief: I am a young man of the eighties, who My mother passed away, and I have Brief: This book summarizes the work I have was brought up well in a conservative Brief: never imagined that she would depart. I The heroes stand on the ruins of the cursed done as a result of the training courses family but my academic performance Expatriation is one of the most difficult write about her personality and impres- city and learn about the history of the former and series of lectures I have given and was average. I finished my studies with lessons of life because we are lonely sions and my intimate relationship with rulers and what befell the city after it was delivered on human development. I have an average that I was satisfied with but and distant from the beloved ones, but her until the time of her sudden sick- prosperous... that makes the story more focused on the importance of adopting no one else liked. As soon as the uni- the great irony is to be followed by love. ness; about what we encountered while mysterious. Bruno tried to know and analyze the concept of positive energy, a con- versity education started, many things I want you to read my story so you know we were with her until she passed away. things more, so he became uncertain about cept which is derived from the vision of indispensably happened! me and yourselves better. all the people on the earth. the rulers of the United Arab Emirates. Wahat Alhekayat Publishing & Distribution Wahat Al Hikayat was founded in 2007 and has published since it inception more than 181 targeting age 15. The Publishing house provides an integrated curriculum for teaching Arabic language to kindergar- ten children. The house also published an integrated curriculum for teaching reading and writing to the T: +971 4 333 6366 elementary students. [email protected] Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 133

Adventures of the Kingdom of Ants Tariq The Young Inventor Author: Safa Azmi Author: Safa Azmi Author: Safaa Azmi ISBN: 978-9778-51-356-1 ISBN: 978-9948-02-264-0 ISBN: 978-9948-16-272-8 Category: Children’s books-fiction Category: Children’s books Category: Children’s books

Brief: Brief: Brief: The ant kingdom decided to leave the Tariq lost his father and became re- Omar tried to become an inventor and oasis where they lived all their life, after served, only cares about computer with the help of his brothers and his the wind had destroyed everything. With games. From the window of his room, parents he makes an invention of used the ant kingdom, lonely spider, and an he sees mysterious things in the old lady objects. From Omar and his family we old grandmother, we live the adventures neighbour’s house that has toys and learn how to make a robot. walking in the desert and looking for a safe children’s clothes, but has no children, place. How did ants accept the spider? Did then an old broom and a parrot goes the spider go along with the ants and help out with her at night, chanting strange his new friends? words... He has difficulties studying and dealing with his colleagues.

Singing The Alphabets Letters And Words Tones And Sounds Author Safa Azmi Author: Safaa Azmi Author: Safa Azmi ISBN: 978-9948-45-307-7 ISBN: 978-9948-51-358-5 ISBN: 978-9948-45-325-3 Category: Children’s books-Fiction Category: Children’s books-fiction Category: Children’s books-fiction Brief: Brief: Brief: Learning the alphabets is fun for the child, Together we enjoy the tales of letters This book consists of a set of short sen- the mother and the teacher. With each letter (28 letters, each letter has a very short tences, in each sentence there is a pro- there is new song. We turn the pages, live poetic story), and repeat the vocabulary longed vowel (Harf Mad). The children with animals, play and laugh and sing the (each letter has 12 words and pictures) read the sentence, sing it and repeat the alphabets... prolonged vowel, until they learn them with the alphabets from A to Z. Ajyaal Media As part of Khalifa Fund and Twofour54 in Abu Dhabi, Ajyaal Media FZ LLC is a leading and integrated company in the field of entertainment for children in the United Arab Emirates and having started operations in 2009.

Ajaal’s team includes high professional creative artists who work on innovative solutions to promote traditional values and Arabic Culture in a modern way that copes T: +971 2 645 4772 with the needs of all ages. [email protected] Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 137

Huraiz 1 Author: Rashed Al Mansuri ISBN: 978-9948-13-618-7 Category: Illustrated Stories

Brief: Huraiz’ story takes place in a world full of secret organizations and communities that have been fighting each other since Huraiz 2 My Lost Name ancient times under the cover of darkness Author: Rashid Al Mansuri Author: Khulud Al Sharhan to control and destroy humanity. Faithful ISBN: 978-9948-02-744-7 ISBN: 978-9948-23-381-7 defenders met challenges to fight dark- Category: Illustrated Stories Category: Children’s books ness. So far, they fought successfully, and darkness could not destroy the light. Brief: Brief: Huraiz’ story takes place in a world where Huraiz’ story takes place in a world full The book tells the story of a child look- folklore, myths and legends are true, not of secret organizations and communi- ing for letters of his name in the magical just a fantasy. A world of magic, monsters, ties that have been fighting each other and imaginary worlds. In his search, The Saalik 1 The Saalik 2 evil and good; all are presented very well. since ancient times under the cover of he meets new friends and collects all Author: Khaled Abdul Aziz Author: Khaled Abdul Aziz Huraiz’ world is perhaps similar to ours darkness to control and destroy human- letters of his name. ISBN: 978-9948-13-619-4 ISBN: 978-9948-02-745-4 in many aspects, but it is still a world of ity. Faithful defenders met challenges Category: Illustrated Stories Category: Illustrated Stories imagination, where our bedtime scary sto- to fight darkness. So far, they fought ries come to life. successfully, and darkness could not de- Brief: Brief: stroy the light. This is an exciting adventure for two This is an exciting adventure for two thieves Huraiz’ story takes place in a world thieves hired by the police to collect hired by the police to collect three rare keys. where folklore, myths and legends are three rare keys. Will Fayez and Nu’man Will Fayez and Nu’man survive the obstacles true, not just a fantasy. A world of magic, survive the obstacles they will face? they will face? monsters, evil and good; all are present- ed very well. Huraiz’ world is perhaps similar to ours in many aspects, but it is still a world of imagination, where our bedtime scary stories come to life. Dubai Judicial Institute A governmental institution affiliated to the Judicial Council in Dubai. The Institute is specialized in legal and judicial training and qualification, and has many T: +971 4 283 3300 publications in the judicial field. [email protected] Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 141

Explanation Of The Law Of Combating Trends Of The Uae Judiciary In The Doctor’s Commitment To Make The Arbitration Agreement Information Technology Crimes Labor Relations Patient Relaxed Author: Prof. Dr. Al Shihabi Al Sharqawi Author: Abdulrazaq Al Muwafi Author: Prof. Dr. Muhamad Mohamad Author: Judge Dr. Khawla Al Abduli ISBN: 978-9948-16-629-0 ISBN: 978-9948-20-750-4 Abu Zaid ISBN: 978-9948-02-330-2 Category: Law Category: Law ISBN: 978-9948-15-024-4 Category: Law Brief: Category: Law Brief: Brief: The book shows all the provisions of Two volumes deal with cybercrime and Brief: The book discusses a number of problems the arbitration agreement, based on the contain a practical explanation of De- This second edition contains the eight of the medical responsibility, the doc- principles and jurisprudence of the UAE, cree No. 5 of 2012, which deals with most important problems in the field tor-patient relationship, and the patient’s and the federal draft law on the arbitra- each crime in terms of nature, physical of labor relations in the UAE. The book right to know the truth of his illness, his tion of commercial disputes. and moral stature, and the penalty pre- deals with the nature of the problems acceptance and rejection of the proposed scribed for each. and how to deal with them on legal basis. medications prescribed by the doctor. What are the most important obligations of the doctor to make the patient relaxed?

Fundamental Differences In Islamic Financial Transactions Author: Dr. Abdulsattar Al khuwaildi ISBN: 978-9948-20-815-0 Category: Law

Brief: This book explains the differences in contemporary financial and Islamic Conditions Associated With Marriage terms; the author dealt with the 100 And Its Applications most famous terms and provided their Jurisprudent actions and Tawaruq Author: Dr. Muhammad Abdulrahman definitions and meanings. Author: Judge Dr. Jasim Al Husaini Al-Dhuwaini ISBN: 978-9948-22-129-6 Explanation Of The Law Of ISBN: 978-9948-16-666-5 Category: Law Explanation Of The Law Of Evidence Criminal Procedures Category: Law Author: Judge Mustafa Al Sharqawi Author: Hasan Mohammed Arab Brief: Brief: ISBN: 978-9948-22-131-9 ISBN: 978-9948-20-040-6 A PhD dissertation in which the author Marriage contract is one of the most im- Category: Law Category: Law dealt with the different processes used portant contracts in the life of any of us. to sell Tawaruq and its great importance Brief: Brief: Islamic law allowed the husband or wife on both the individual and the institu- This book provides an practical explana- This is n important reference of the criminal to set conditions in the contract, as long tions. The author also tackled the tricks tion of the articles of the law of evidence procedures; it is a useful tool for the simpli- as these conditions are in accordance used to bypass the provisions of the in UAE civil and commercial transactions. fication and interpretation of legal articles with Sharia law. The book discusses all Islamic Sharia. The book also corrects Each article was supplemented by UAE along with the most important judicial princi- those conditions. Read the book and many concepts in financial transactions. Supreme Courts’ verdicts. ples issued by the UAE Supreme Courts. know your rights. University Book House The University Book House is one of the leading publishing houses, the house is located in the heart of Al-Ain, United Arab Emirates.The house has been publishing, distributing and exporting and importing since 40 years.

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Teaching And Training People With Public Relations Management Principles of Economics Author: Dr. Riham Ali Nuwair Mental Disabilities Author: Prof. Dr.Sami Ubaid Al Tamimi Author: Dr. Kamal Salim ISBN: 978-614-452-146-5 ISBN: 978-614-452-112-0 ISBN: 978-614-452-113-7 Category: Management Category: Management Category: Education Brief: Brief: Brief: This book presents the growing activities Many books are written on the principles of Dealing with people of mental disabili- of the public relations’ career in many economics, which demanded the author to ties always reflects changes in society. local and international organizations, have a serious consideration and contem- Basics Of Life Sciences Understanding Reading This segment of the society was official- in the 21st century, as public relations plation before writing a new book... Author: Prof Midhat Hussein Khalil Author: Dr. Samia Muhammad Mahmud ly known as insane. Following applica- management has become an important ISBN: 978-6589-09-639-9 ISBN: 978-614-800-037-9 tion of intelligence tests, a classification entry to organize modern organizations. Category: Biology Category: Education system replaced the term to disability.

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I Want And Want.... You Are Special In This World Have Confidence In Yourself Small But Distinguished Author: Yana Fry, Bettina Götzen Author: Claudia Lorenz Author: Ole Geisler and Gunter Jacobs Author: Ole Geisler ISBN: 978-9948-15-895-0 ISBN: 978-9948-15-889-9 ISBN: 978-9948-15-894-3 ISBN: 978-9948-15-892-9 Category: Young adults-stories Category: Young adults-stories Category: Education Category: Young adults-stories

Brief: Brief: Brief: Brief: Little Fairy Emma has many wishes, but The book includes a collection of short This is an exciting illustrated book A wonderful coloured illustrated book her grand wish is to get the wonder wand stories for children that meet their featuring funny phrases that quickly help that presents funny and interesting to be able to easily achieve her dreams. interests, thoughts and behavior inside improve mood and raise the courage phrases... It shows that everyone has Princess Rosalia And The Secret Recipe and outside home. in one’s self and that sometimes helps their own advantages, whether young or We Have Become Old Author: Alexandra Fischer- Hanold overcome the fear complex. old, fat or thin. Author: Young adults’ book -stories ISBN: 978-9948-15-891-2 ISBN: 978-9948-15-896-7 Category: Young adults-stories Category: Young adults -stories Brief: Brief: An interesting story... we will accompany The book aims to teach children the little Rosalia on her way to the Land of sense of responsibility through training Wonders to realize her dream of becom- and guidance, because psychologists ing a princess, but how…? unanimously agree that the age of three is the age to start taking responsibility for the child.

I Am Always ...... Author: Yana Fry Fairy Ballerinas ISBN: 978-9948-15-893-6 Author: Emily Bean Category: Young adults-stories ISBN: 978-9948-15-890-5 Brief: Category: Young adults-stories A wonderful coloured comic book in Brief: which a magic wand turns wishes into An exciting story of fairy ballerinas who real world dance with stars Dar Molhimon Publishing and Distri- bution Dar Molhimon was established in 2016 and seeks to pro- duce extensive and authentic works dealing with studies, translations, novels, poems, and plays, all with an enlighten- ing approach aiming to contribute to the creation of a great cultural renaissance that complements to what the Arabs had introduced over the past centuries. Since its inception, Dar Molhimon has endeavored to become a bridge between the Western and Arab cultures in order to encourage dia- logue between both cultures. The house seeks to introduce Western culture it to Arab readers and to highlight issues of +971 4 346 0891 interest to the Arab community to the west. [email protected] Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 153

Like a free bird After that suffering Write it down smartly I and Laila Hearts foresight Author: Mahdi Al Moussawi Author: Mohammad Al-Hammadi Author: Amal Aal Ali Author: Ahmed Aal Jouda Author: Hamad Al-Hamadi ISBN: 978-9948-000-79-2 ISBN: 978-9948-103-75-2 ISBN: 978-9948-10-375-2 ISBN: 978-9948-23-904-8 ISBN: 978-9948-23-890-4 Category: Novel Category: Novel Brief: Category: Novel Category: Novel Brief: In a way where social classes vary; the Brief: Brief: Brief: This book presents wisdoms in the form rich and the poor, the strong and the This book takes about the mastery of The story begins with Laila, the nymph No one knows disappointment like of tales and reflections, with little se- weak, They were destined to meet! One writing administrative reports according who became a human being, and Marcus those who suddenly found themselves crets to live a meaningful life, away from of them has been always wishing... to clear scientific principles, and looking August, the old philosopher who spent in a war where they had no fault; their staying on margins. for information that is accurate, easy his life in the sea. Laila begins her journey only guilt is their inability to foresee and modern, and at the same time ap- with Marcos aboard his ship. The journey what emotions t hearts have. lasts twenty-one nights. Each night, Laila plicable, in all fields and at all adminis- learns something new about life. With the trative levels. help of Marcus, she begins to know human feelings, such as happiness and love. But, Laila feels that there is something missing that has not been yet learned; a thing that connects man to the universe. Later, she realizes that she was looking for God. She tries to find God in her heart in order to get His everlasting love. It is a story of divine love; the author narrates it from the Sufi’s point of view.

A novel that has not been spread And You Will Remain My Love Author: Bashar Maveri She was with me Author: Buthaina Ahmed Sharif ISBN: 978-9996-615-86-3 Author: Abdul Rahman Al Mousawi ISBN: 978-9948-103-74-5 Ayal Zayed Category: Novel Meditating on Manfaluti’s works ISBN: 978-9948-10-161-1 Category: Novel Author: Fatima Badr Al-Yousef Brief: Author: Lubna Borhima Category: Novel ISBN: 978-9948-103-73-8 Brief: Because each person has his own story, I ISBN: 978-9948-103-76-9 Category: Novel Brief: Because you represent my years, you wanted to write to you about experienc- Category: Novel Everything changed after the plague are my beautiful imagination; my mem- Brief: es that may be close or similar to yours; Brief: of our separation; even the colours of ories that take me back to a time when Indeed, we have fancy in our reality; a experiences which you are ashamed of In this book, I take you on an interesting the clouds changed, our lovely feeling you were drawing me from far; you are novel of realistic events in a fictitious or even those hurting you and you do not literary journey with Manfaluti’s looks. changed. a question I could not know its answer. form. know how to get rid of them. Let’s contemplate the beauty of style, Even my heart, which was so joyful, has If only time stops when we are together, the magic of diction, and the eloquence become silent like the white page which so you become mine and mine only. of the word. pens deserted and abandoned. Arab Reader Center The Arab Reader Center was founded in 2006 in Dubai and specialized in publishing educational books, building cultural activities and programs, designing educational curricula in Arabic specifically, and in Arabic subjects in general.

The Center organized the National Reading Campaign from +971 2 586 7962 2006 to 2016 and won the Mohammed Bin Rashid Award for Arabic Language - best initiative to promote reading culture. [email protected] Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 157

Arab youth development and Public Speaking Club UAE Reads The power of the word Troom empowerment Author: Bassam Dahi Author: Dr. Ali Abdul Qader Al Hammadi Author: Mohammad Al-Qahtani Author: Dr. Said Almathlum Author: Ihsan Musabeh Al Suwaidi ISBN: 978-9948-02-408-8 ISBN: 5-409-02-9948-978 ISBN: 978-9948-09-583 ISBN: 978-9948-16-953 ISBN: 978-9948-23-896-6 Category: Personal development Category: Articles Category: Personal development - Category: Short Stories - Self Personal Category: Personal development Brief: Biography Brief: development Brief: How to establish the club of rhetoric? Articles inspired by the Year of Reading. Brief: Brief: The youth are the supporting power of Practical and detailed steps starting Do we actually read, considering the The power of the word is the title of the Success stories unknown to anyone, a the nation its wealth and its hope in its from the importance of oratory to the numbers of books that are published speech by Mohammed Al Qahtani that collection of stories about success and future. Each community pins great and establishment of the club. each year and the numbers of book made the world champion in elocution, but struggle to reach the dream. high hopes on its youth, as youth pos- who is Mohammed Al Qahtani? You will be fairs? sess enormous resources and potentials. know about with him more and about his hero’s journey; about the story of success and challenge, the magic of rhetoric, the art of elocution and the power of the word.

A critical study of “The forty rules of love” Author: Dr. Alrashid Bou Shaat The mouse that does not nibble books ISBN: 978-9948-02-338-3 Reading Club Author: Dr. Ali Abdel Qader Category: Critical Studies The Arabian Nights Category: Children’s Books - stories Author: Dr. Ali Abdul Qader Al Hammadi Geschrieben von: Basma Al-Misbahi Brief: ISBN: 978-9948-02-362-3 Criticism of Arab Poker Winning Novels Category: Children’s Books - Stories Brief: In the study of the novel “The Forty Category: Personal development Author: Dr. Al-Rasheed Bou Sheir A story about the mouse that does not Rules Of Love” by Elif Shafak, the author Brief: ISBN: 978-9948-02-339-5 Brief: nibble books. It is said that reading is investigates the Sufi sources from which Selected Stories from The Thousand Category: Critical Studies Everything changed after the plague food, serenity and warmth; it is not a the writer derived her thought, praising And One Nights. Each story takes us mere metaphor, it is a fact overlooked of our separation; even the colours of Brief: its content, which calls for tolerance in to a country of the world on a journey the clouds changed, our lovely feeling This book deals with the Arabic novels by many people. The mouse of our story a civil manner. The author also analyses of fantasy and pleasure, from the Chi- changed. that won the Arab Poker Award, which discovered this fact and wrote his find- the writer’s narration and the aesthetic nese Tazath to Baghdadi to get to Egypt Even my heart, which was so joyful, has was launched in 2007. ings in a book. touches she added to the art of novel through India and Persia. become silent like the white page which writing. pens deserted and abandoned. Batanah

Books and +971 4 26 88386 [email protected] Publications www.battana.org Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 161

Terrains on The Silent Maps Shubra mix Author: Siddiq Mohamed Gawhar Approaches in criticism Heart’s birds Author: Yousry Hassan The forgotten rise Author: Mokhtar Saad Shehata ISBN: 978-9776-233-92-8 Author: Howeida Saleh ISBN: 978-9776-233-62-1 Author: Shaaban Yousef ISBN: 978-977-6233-19-5 Category: Study ISBN: 9-08-6233-977-978 ISBN: 7-57-6233-977-978 Category: Literature Category: Criticism Category: Novel Brief: Category: Literature Brief: Brief: From the sidewalk of history, Al Sayegh Brief: Do not expect me to write about the his- Brief: “If God were present, O Shuq!, as I thought begins his career with daring and gro- Das Nachdenken über die Methoden, ein tory of Shubra; I am not a historian, nor This book is not only presenting un- in the “Small Basuna” many years ago, He tesque method, describing, feeling, tak- Werk zu lesen, erfordert, dass ein Kritiker am I even a geographer; if you ask me: known writers and critics. It is mostly would know more than them about what ing pride, and worrying, in his own way; mit einer unbegrenzten Anzahl von äs- What are you then? I will answer you, “I discussing and posing a series of is- is in my heart. I wish my certainty were as in an adventure that combines the na- thetischen Kenntnissen und Erfahrungen do not know who I am.” sues that have always been postponed strong as yours, O Shuq! I wish I were the tional and historical, the existential and vertraut ist. Sonst wird es zur Schulkritik, or removed from the scene for the same child who cried amid reeds seed- humanistic. die nichts an Kreativität in sich hat. sake of other issues of the least im- lings calling Him to take revenge from the portance. Because each of the 20 writ- Maths teacher. ers has a mission, and a concern that represents a vision in the history of the Egyptian culture. Those missions were divided between the political, so- cial and cultural dimensions in general.

Nights of Nagib Mahfouz in Shubra (V2) Nights of Nagib Mahfouz in Shubra (V1) God in Egypt Anonymous Memoirs Author: Ibrahim Abdel Aziz Author: Ibrahim Abdel Aziz Author: Mohamed El Baz Geschrieben von: Najeeb Al Rihani ISBN: 978-9776-233-58-4 ISBN: 978-9776-233-52-2 ISBN: 978-9776-233-64-5 ISBN: 978-9776-233-94-2 Category: Memoirs Category: Memoirs Category: Study Category: Memoirs

Brief: Brief: Brief: Brief: A piece of the history of Egypt, and an A piece of the history of Egypt, and an I will not tell you about the first time I Najib Al Rihani enjoys an unprecedent- important part of the biography of the important part of the biography of the heard the name of God; because I do not ed attention of the Egyptian and Arab world writer Nagib Mahfouz, his opin- world writer Nagib Mahfouz, his opin- really remember it. I do not know exact- viewers. ions, and the views those who were ions, and the views those who were ly how my relationship began with Him. Despite his few works, his films have around him in his meetings during which around him in his meetings during which Was it through intimidation or through been so attractive for seven decades, discussions did not leave a stone un- discussions did not leave a stone un- incentives? I need not tell you that I have and yet we note that there are those turned nor a comment. turned nor a comment. been a disbeliever of God in my youth, who tried to diminish his role on both and started a special journey in search the artistic and political levels. for God again. Bookmark +971 55 375 5991 Trading [email protected] Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 165

If The Rose Spoke! If The Jug Spoke! The sun and the wind The Talking Tree The Runaway rabbit, Arnub Geschrieben von Simon Btaish Author: Simon Btaish Author: Raymond Dou Author: Raymond Dou Author: Raymond Dou ISBN: 978-614-407-357-5 ISBN: 978-614-407-356-8 ISBN: 978-9948-02-752-2 ISBN: 978-9948-02-751-5 ISBN: 978-9948-02-646-4 Category: Youth category Category: Youth category Category: Children Category: Children Category: Children

Brief: Brief: Brief: Brief: Brief: A writer who is not only sufficed with the The book describes the grievance Which is stronger, the sun or the wind? It is a talkative and complaining tree! Here is the rabbit Arnub walking in the personification of the basil and delves of a glass jug against people’s negli- Join them in this book to see who will be Who will control it and how? garden. But the predators are trying to into the social changes in contemporary gence and abandoning nowadays after the winner at the end! fool him to eat him. Who will save him Arab society. He connects them with a he was the highly respected master of from this danger? wave of modernization that goes with the dining table, in homes and with fam- globalization, leaving the readers them- ily members. selves to interpret their own dimensions without direct counsel.

If The Rain Spoke! Geschrieben von Simon Btaish The lion and the mouse In the farm Underwater circus If The Mirror Spoke! ISBN: 978-614-407-371-1 Author: Raymond Dou Author: Raymond Dou Author: Raymond Dou Geschrieben von Simon Btaish Category: Youth category ISBN: 978-9948-02-647-1 ISBN: 978-9948-02-639-6 ISBN:978-9948-02-753-9 ISBN: 978-614-407-358-2 Category: Children Category: Children Category: Children Category: Youth category Brief: A narrative that tells the story of fine Brief: Brief: Brief: Brief: arts told by “the rain”. The rain is the The lion enraged by the mouse and Go to the farm with Nazih and his What happened to the circus underwa- ,the composer, the wanted to kill him. But he fell into the friends, and be acquainted with the an- ter? Find out how the octopus saved it وWhat is most interesting in this book is dancer, the painter the author’s ability to make the mirror sculptor, the poet ... the rain is the unique trap the next day. Who will save him? imals which live there! and how animals celebrated the event! reveal what people think. creator of never spoken innovations that no eye has seen, no ear has heard, and the mind of no man has conceived. Sama Publishing, Production and Distribution Sama was first founded in Al Ain in September 2014, and then moved to the Emirate of Sharjah in March 2015. Sama’s publications have exceeded 30 titles now. Sama is a pa- per and electronic publishing house focusing on publishing stories for children, young people and young adults. It also publishes educational books that combine entertainment and education. Sama always strives to promote the Arabic culture, and has a belief that Arabic is the cornerstone. It dreams to make the book acompanion for the children of the +971 50 953 9559 Arab world. [email protected] Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 169

Fear comes from within Sounds of noise Mira’s Smile The Owner Of The Lost Money A Letter To My Father Author: Dr. Fatima Al Breiki Author: Sahar Naja Mahfouz Author: Basma Al-Khattari Geschrieben von: Basma Al-Khateri Author: Dr. Fatima Al Breiki ISBN: 978-9948-13-669-9 ISBN: 978-9948-02-290-9 ISBN: 978-9948-02-626-6 ISBN: 978-9948-09-670-2 ISBN: 978-9948-13-670-5 Category: Book for Young adults Category: Children’s Book Category: Children’s Book Category: Children’s Book Category: Children’s Book

Brief: Brief: Brief: Brief: Brief: A book which targets the young adults. The story of a cat whose name is (Mar- A nice story which encourages children A story which is full of interesting and A story that highlights the role of the fa- It helps them get rid of fear and enhance mor). He was disturbed by the noise and to smile and be optimistic. exciting themes from which children ther in the family, and helps the child to self-confidence through a full of fun and left his home and place. He loves his en- learn the importance of honesty and the express his feelings towards his father in interesting story. vironment and calls for keeping it free importance of being honest. short and simple sentences. from loud voices. the story a part of the series (The Environment is Ours)

The Angry leaf Author: Dr. Fatima Al Breiki ISBN: 978-9948-22-791-5 A Whale On The Beach Category: Children’s Book I had a mobile phone Author: Dr. Fatima Al Breiki Tomorrow is more beautiful Author: Dr. Fatima Al Breiki ISBN: 978-9948-13-559-3 Brief: Author: Dr. Fatima Al Breiki ISBN: 978-9948-18-080-7 Category: Biography Fares And The Hidden Power A story that highlights the importance of ISBN: 978-9948-09-670-2 Author: Jamila Yaayaoui Category: Children’s Book Brief: family and belonging to society, in a very Category: Children’s Book ISBN: 978-9948-02-252-7 interesting narrative manner Brief: A book that highlights Jebel Hafeet and Brief: Category: Children’s Book A story that deals with the problem of the Green Mubazzarah and their impor- A story that revives hope and optimism tance to all the people of the UAE. It is children’s obsession with electronic de- Brief: in the children who have been exposed a self-narrative text through which the vices, in a nice and gentle manner. This is a story of a child with special to war atrocities and disasters, ensuring writer expresses her feelings and ex- needs; it tells how he has overcome his to them that tomorrow is more beautiful plains what these two places mean to her. disability making new friends and win- and better than today. ning at the end. Jarir Distribution Bookshop L.L.C. Jarir Distribution Bookshop is an established bookseller and book distributor based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The company is specialized in English Titles for schools and maintain a vast network of clients, composed of private and government schools, institutes, colleges and universities, training centre’s, corporate offices and private individuals. They assist teachers in their curriculum requirements. They also import books and educational materials from UK, USA, +971 2 645 8987 Korea and Europe [email protected] Emirates Publishers Association Members’ Guide 173

Arabic reading - preliminary stage Parts I + II Author: Zaki Badawi ISBN: 978-9933-553-53-1 Category: Children’s Book - Educational

Brief: We have tried our best to choose the book’s material, its presentation style, the way it was produced and its design, to make it closer to the child’s mind and psychology as much as possible. Our pur- pose in doing so is to facilitate the learn- ing of the principles of Arabic reading and writing in an interesting and easy way. We hope that the book will achieve the desired objectives. The junior innovator series / Al Iman I and my teacher series/ My language…how I master it kindergarten / level I + II I and life sciences / Level I + II Part I + II Author: Jarir Author: Nawar Alhariri Author: Mohamed Nasr ISBN: 978-9948-203-99-5 ISBN: 978-9948-203-01-8 ISBN: 978-9948-184-96-6 Category: Children’s Book - Educational Category: Children’s Book - Educational Category: Children’s Book - Educational

Brief: Brief: Brief: The book is the fruit of the efforts of a The book of science is one of the most This is the first part of My language… work team, who seek constant and ap- important textbooks in early childhood, How I master I Master it? propriate personal development, look because of its importance in developing A specialized book designed to help to forward to a bright future for tomor- children’s knowledge, increasing their master the basic skills of the Arabic lan- row’s generation. May God reward all creative thinking, teaching them life guage for people with learning difficul- those who sought and made efforts skills, and meeting children’s needs for ties to make up for the failure of ordinary and spent time to come out with this knowledge and science. and traditional methods. We did not stop work to teach our beloved children “I and my teacher” series was written in at the point of learning the language, but the teachings of Islam, in a simplified accordance with modern learning strat- we rather got through to mastery of the and interesting manner, to achieve egies “problem solving, brainstorming language and to address the difficulties the multiple goals and be bright be- and creative thinking” of attention, remembering, and thinking ginnings and wise steps for them. We The aim is to develop children’s knowl- skills for people with learning difficulties thank God for making this possible. edge and promote their thinking skills through exercises based on the audiovi- sual integration, taking into account the linguistic growth.

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