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building knowledge-driven Arab societies that are ready to meet future demands. We remain
committed to developing innovative programmes that empower youth and make a meaningful
contribution to both the local and global literary and knowledge landscape.”
The workshop consisted of four in-person training sessions, each lasting over three days and
combining practical and theoretical exercises. Aimed at writers across all skill levels, from aspiring
authors to experienced professionals, the sessions covered a wide range of key topics. These
included the history of children’s literature, with a special emphasis on Arabic literature, as well as
literary genres, age-specific content, and the importance of pre-writing planning.

Participants also explored character development, setting, plot structure, narrative styles, and
perspectives. They received valuable guidance on titling, editing, book cover design, building an
author brand, and marketing.

This workshop is the second edition held in Tunisia and the third across the broader North Africa. It
also featured remote monitoring, which included reviewing participants' manuscripts and providing
guidance on the self-editing process. This hybrid approach allowed trainers to deliver high-quality
mentorship, helping participants produce polished content that meets the standards of both Arab
and international libraries.

https://www.wam.ae/en/article/bl1kakj-mbrf%E2%80%99s-dubai-international-programme-for-
writing