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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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