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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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