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5/5/25, 11:15 AM Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation launches three new literary publications
author Walaa Abazeid, presents a poignant and poetic tale of the psychological impacts of war, narrating
a story of a young Syrian woman named Ayoul. The narrative explores the way she grapples with loss
and displacement, suffers the bitterness of refuge, and encounters adversity with hope and courage.

The second novel, The Game of Seats, by writer Raghad Zayed, delves into the realm of emotional

literature, highlighting the deep psychological effects of traumatic childhood experiences. It narrates the
story of Fouad, his childhood wounds, and his journey towards healing and finding inner peace amidst
love, pain, and psychological therapy.

In his novel, The Men of the Chess Club, author Saifuddin Mohammed showcases his creativity in the

realm of psychological crime. Set on a fictional island ruled by a despotic regime, the protagonist is
confined in a mysterious asylum run by a suspicious doctor. The narrative raises philosophical questions
about power and freedom, as the distinction between sanity and madness blurs in a world characterised
by strict surveillance and political deceit. The story becomes more intense as the protagonist finds
himself entangled in a much larger game managed by the secret ‘Chess Club’ organisation.

These publications clearly represent the creative journeys of participants in DIPW's Novel Writing
workshop. The workshop was designed to help shape the skills of young writers across various aspects
of narrative composition, including practical training on narrative techniques, character building, plot
development, and refined literary style. In addition to fostering creativity, the forum relied on direct

interactions and specialised guidance from renowned authors, instructors, and literary experts to better
guide participants.

These new literary works are a remarkable addition to the Arab literary landscape, embodying the
MBRF’s vision to support knowledge-based works and empower young authors to express their
thoughts through creative writing. More importantly, they represent a significant step in nurturing a

creative generation equipped with the resources to positively impact the Arab literary culture with original
and modern content.

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